What are you doing for New Year’s? If that’s a question that has you cringing poker-faced, After Hrs gives you a round up of the coolest parties in town. Now, ring in the most anticipated year since Y2K, in rock-star style
What are you doing for New Year’s? If that’s a question that has you cringing poker-faced, After Hrs gives you a round up of the coolest parties in town. Now, ring in the most anticipated year since Y2K, in rock-star style
Woodrose Club, J.P.Nagar
A snow-themed party. The venue resembles a winter fairyland with two tons of ‘real’ snow used to decorate it. Adding to the coolness quotient is a special fire dance performed by a Russian dancer, capped off with DJ Arpie’s music, fireworks, surprise prizes and unlimited food and beverage.
When 8pm onwards
Wallet factor `4,444 per couple and Rs2,525 for singles
Call 9036090000 or 9036011000
Skyye Bar, U B City
A party with spectacular laser show and world renowned DJ Yves La Rock of Rise Up fame spinning the music. On offer are top-range beverages like Johnnie Walker, Black Label, Black Dog, Ciroc Vodka and Vladivar Vodka along with yummy starters and a lavish buffet.
When 8.30pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs12,000 per couple and Rs6,000 for singles
Call 49090000 / 9900343204
UB City, Vittal Mallya Road
Hollywood Limited 2012 it is. This party with al the buzz features Norman Doray as the official DJ of the night along with DJ Chetan and international performances.
When 8pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs9,000 per couple
Call 9845001991
i-Bar, The Park Hotel
Adultery is the theme for the night. In the house is DJ Akbar Sami, the Badshah of Bollywood DJs. Whet your appetite with lip-smacking appetizers anddinner with potent beverages.
When 8.30pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs7,000 per couple and Rs4,000 for singles
Call 9886114880
Grand Mercure Bangalore, Koramangala
Party by the pool, with live cooking counters and a delectable buffet along with unlimited alcohol. For the romantics, there’s a classy dinner buffet at the in-house restaurant, 12th Main.
When 7.30pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs3,000, plus taxes per couple
Call 45121212
Park Plaza, Marathahalli
It’s a boardwalk of gourmet cuisines featuring cuisines from from India, China, Thailand and Europe. There’s music by DJ Tyrone and a fire works display at Mélange Terrace. There are surprise gifts to boot.
When 8pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs6,500 per couple, Rs3,250 for singles
Call 49094909
The Oberoi, M G Road
Feast to your heart’s content. The various restaurants in the hotel have rustled foods to suit your mood. Le Jardin features a grand buffet of indian and western specialities including interactive cooking, grills and an indulgent dessert selection. At Rim Naam its a four-course menu featuring Thai specialities while at Schezwan court, you can savour specialities from the Schezwan region including soft shell crabs in chilli bean sauce and lobster in XO sauce. At Polo club enjoy an array of kebabs and indian classics. The dinners will be complemented by apour of select imported and domestic beverages, soft drinks and juices.
When 7.30pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs8,000 per couple
Call 25585858
Blue Bar, Taj West End, Race Course Road
Bring in the New Year’s with pulsating music and superlative cocktails in the city’s best bar with DJ Yon. Indulge in a buffet dinner with live grills.
When 8.30pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs8,000 per couple and Rs4,500 for singles
Call 66605660
ICE, Vivanta by Taj, M G Road
Swing to the tunes of the internationally acclaimed Dj- Kellie Acreman from UK and DJ Vanshi. Soak up the fun with inventive cuisines, international spirits and cocktails by the poolside venue.
When 8pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs7,000 per couple, Rs 5500 for singles
Call 66605660
The Leela Palace, Airport Road
The Leela’s Red Carpet Affair invites you to dress like your favourite movie character. As lavish as it can get, the buffet spread allows you to choose from seven different cuisines. Keeping you entertained is DJ Lloyd with pulsating music along with staged dance items and comical acts. With the royal ballroom converted into a kids play area, its fun time for them brats too.
When 8pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs5,995 per head
Call 30571315
IBIS Bengaluru Techpark, Sarjapur Outer Ring Road
Dinner party followed by dance party at the in-house lounge bar, The Hub along with unlimited alcohol.
When 7pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs1,799 plus taxes per person( with unlimited alcohol), Rs1,299 plus taxes per person (with unlimited soft beverages), Rs799 plus taxes per child between five and 12 years of age
Call 66700600
Royal Orchid Central, Manipal Centre
It’s theme Flash Dance 2012. Take your pick between dancing to Ukranian DJ Teri’s R&B and mash up sets at the lobby. Or DJ Arvind’s commercial hits at the roof-top party. Also, enjoy gorging on Tex Mex snacks, American street food and Indian food a la chowpatty for dinner.
When 8pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs4,499 per couple for party at the lobby and Rs5,999 per couple for the roof top party
Call 9880435832
Alila Bangalore, HAL — Varthur Main Road, Whitefield
It’s a ’70s themed party. DJ Tanvi spins retro tunes, flare-bartender Amy makes your drinks. Discounts are available for groups with more than four people. It’s a free flow of select beverages and food right till 1am.
When 9pm to 1am
Wallet factor Rs2,999 per head
Call 28544444, 28544446
Ezone Club, Marathahalli
IGNISIA 2012 featuring internationally renowned DJ Matt Darey along iwth DJ Swing and VJ Juhi. Coyote ugly dancers, fireworks, an open-air pool side buffet and unlimited food and beverage are all extra icing on the cake.
When 7pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs3,499 per couple and Rs2,499 for singles. VIP passes available at Rs4,499 per coupld
Call 9742260507, 9632788727
Lalit Ashok, Kumarkrupa Road
Titled Rhythm Rendezvous 2012 — don’t miss the beat, this New Year’s Eve extravaganza features DJs Sash, Cathy and Annie on the DJ console with RJ Rakesh. Dance along with international dancers and relish unlimited food and beverages.
When 7pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs6,000 per couple, Rs3,000 for singles and Rs1,000 per child between six and 12 years
Call 30528888
ITC Windsor, Golf Course Road
A scintillating performance by international duo Kimila Combs and Adam. The talented duo have performed at the Disney Cruise Line Walt Disney Theatre, Golden Mickeys, Disney Dreams and Lyric Theatre of Oklahoma among others. You can also indulge yourself with the various eclectic and elaborate dinner buffets at their restuarants — The Raj Pavilion, Royal Afghan, Dakshin and Dublin.
When 7.30pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs7,500 per couple
Call 22269898
The Biere Club, Vittal Mallya Road
It’s the time to Disco at this popular watering hole. Shake a leg to classic rock of the 70s and the groovy funk music of the 80s and remember to dress the 70s way.
When 8.30pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs3,500 per heard
Call 9880500655
CounterCulture, Whitefield
It’s music and more music at this restaurant with artists Teddy Boy Kill, Rahul Giri (Sulk Station), Nikhil Narendra (The Bicycle Days) and Canadian artist LAL performing live! To make the experience more vivid, there’s animation, multiple-projections, visual noise and layers of colour. On offer are unlimited alcohol from different brands.
When 8pm onwards
Wallet factor Rs4,000 per couple and Rs2,500 per person
Call 9741210900
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