It's almost Christmas, which means it is Christmas Party time; staff Christmas parties, Christmas parties with friends, family Christmas parties, you name it. And, thanks to our thebestof Bolton members, there are plenty of options.

It's worth the time whatever month of the year, but Bolton Arena's Christmas Comedy Store special is really, well, special. This year, there are two Christmas shows taking place to cope with the high-demand, so, if you'd like a great night out with friends, family or colleagues (or a mixture of all three), get on down to Bolton Arena on Friday 7th or Saturday 8th of December. Laughter is guaranteed.

G Casino have their Christmas Party Packages available from the 26th November. For just £27 per person (only £20 if you book for a Sunday - Thursday), you get a 3-course meal, gaming tuition, and a free £5 bet. It's something a little different for Christmas, but it's something a little awesome.

As always, the Albert Halls, Bolton, has a great selection of fantastic shows on over the festive period, including acclaimed tribute acts of such luminaries as Michael Buble, Take That and Westlife. Tickets include the not-to-be-missed shows, but also a 3-course meal and a disco. Visit their feature page linked above to find out more.

Christmas parties are a lot of fun. But if you and the people youa re celebrating with aren't the party type, how about a pamper party with Petra at Bolton Therapy Centre. Get 4 friends together, choose from 1/2 hour Reiki, facial, back massage or Thai foot massage, as well as a glass (or several glasses) of wine, and it's only £10 each.

Meals are always a popular option for Christmas parties, and there are plenty of options. We have the perfect answers, with Chinese food at The Chinese Buffet, Indian food at Spice Valley, a friendly welcome from The Beaumont Arms, fish and chips at Olympus Fish & Chip Restaurant, wine from theCourtyard Wine Bar, home-cooked delights from Izabela's At Vanilla Red, Christmas food from Cafe Eden, or quaint stylish food from Zest Fine Foods.

If you're looking for something to do with the children, allowing them to have a Christmas party with their own friends, then Fidgets Soft Play Centre and Whales & Snails are perfect, with plenty going on over the festive period. The children can play and be entertained whilst you catch up with the othe parents.