Who: Faithless (who look like they didn’t spilt up after all as announced earlier this year), Gorillaz Sound System, Armand Van Helden, Inna, September and the mighty Snoop Dogg. The American rapper’s show in Abu Dhabi went down in history as one of the best concerts in the Middle East and he’s kept his promise to return. Expect a kandora-wearing Snoop at any moment and other antics.
Why go: Fireworks will feature at this 12-hour event. Dress code is ‘fashionable’ and there is no age limit.
Tickets: Priced Dh400 (Regular), Dh750 (VIP) and Dh1,500 (Platinum) are available on boxofficeme.com
Contact: Call 056 6752181 for table reservations and visit TheAtelierWorld.com.
The Party; 9.30pm until late; Crowne Plaza’s Jumeirah Ballroom, SZR, Dubai.
Who: DJ Aakrisht jets in from Mumbai to provide this Bollywood-themed party with Indi and Bangra pop as well as Bollywood favourites and Disco. Tickets include a lavish multi-cuisine buffet and two beverages per person.
Why go: Food, entertainment and great company aside, the raffle at this one gives you the chance to scoop Air India tickets, dinner vouchers, electronics and perfume. Baby sitting is also provided free of charge giving mum and dad the night off.
Tickets: Priced Dh950 for a couple and Dh550 per person are available at boxofficeme.com
Contact: Call 050 6549100
NYE 2012 by audio tonic & infusion; 360 at Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Dubai; 9pm-3am.
Who: Half of the production behind Crazy P, Hot Toddy has steadily been building his rep as a solo artist since his debut release in 1999. He is now in-demand as a remixer, with his takes of Joey Negro, Mousse T, Lovebirds, and his gorgeous version of Crazy P’s ‘Never Gonna Reach Me’. Throw in Inland Knights AKA Andy Riley and Laurence Ritchie, DJs, producers and label owners of Drop Music, Borrowed and Raise Recordings, and the party is guaranteed.
Why go: Both audio tonic and Infusion are known for bringing the most innovative and forward thinking acts to the region. So a joining of forces is certain to be something to be reckoned with. Expect music to House, Chill Out, Nu Disco and the dress code to be fancy.
Tickets: Priced Dh750 inclusive of half bottle bubbly and canapés until midnight, or Dh360 after midnight (available on the door only), are available at platinumlist.ae
Contact: Call 056 6826617 (after 3pm) for table reservations or visit audiotonic.net
The Only Way is N’Dulge; N’Dulge, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai; 9pm-4am;
Who: The night sky will be filled with a few more stars than usual when TV celebrity Mark Wright, formerly of The Only Way is Essex shows up with a sprinkling of celebrity friends. Toned, tanned and totally loveable, 25 year-old Essex boy Wright will mingle and pose for photos with guests before counting down to the fireworks at Midnight. A former club promoter and semi-pro footballer, cheeky chappy Mark shot to fame as the lead cast member in the new ITV2 hit reality show before heading to the Australian outback to star in ITV1’s ‘I’m a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here!
Why go: This is two parties for the price of one – inside and outside. The main arena dance floor will be filled with Ibiza beats of Hot Creations, currently the one of the coolest club nights on the Balearic island. DJs Burnski, Robert James and Mark Jenkyns, with a live vocal performance by Alex Mills, the voice behind Miguel Campbell’s deep house hit Something Special, will all perform.
Tickets: Priced Dh250 are available from N’Dulge, Nasimi Beach and platinumlist.ae
Contact: For table reservations call 055 2004322.
Happy New Year 2013!; Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE; 7pm-5am;
Who: Legendary Gipsy Moreno of the Gypsy Kings will serenade over a sunset beach dinner before making way for international superstar guest DJ Sharam (Deep Dish). The Iranian legend will be joined by residents spinning Balearic beats, Frederick Stone, Jixo & Danz, Kaytek and Jean B.
Why go: When the others are winding down this is one party which will be heating up. A magical sunset five-course Mediterranean dinner prepared by world famous chefs, entertainment, all topped off with fireworks at Midnight. Plus you can celebrate til sunrise at this one.
Tickets: Priced Dh750 for men and Dh550 for ladies inclusive of unlimited selected beverages and Dh1,100 inclusive of dinner, are available at platinumlist.ae
Contact: For more information and table packages call 050 1422800.
REHAB; XL Beach Club, Habtoor Grand Hotel, Dubai; 8pm-4am;
Who: It’s no secret Wild Ones, Whistle, Good Feeling and I Cry singer Flo Rida is a fan of Dubai and he’s showing the love for NYE with a performance along with Yves Larock, DJ pro Moe, SJ Serhan and of course the infamous XL Beach Dancers.
Why go: The superstars will be in the house but this party will be chilled, relaxed and fun. Flo Rida killed 2012 with millions of albums sold and a music video shot in Dubai. He doesn’t disappoint when he performs live. Larock is one of the biggest names in the DJ world and a member of the Africanism All Stars with other big names such as Bob Sinclair, David Guetta, DJ Gregory, Malinga Five and Joachim Garraud to name a few.
Tickets: Priced Dh395 are available at platinumlist.ae
Contact: For bookings and inquiries call 056 640 6161 or email xlbc@accentureinvestment.com
Country Club New Year Bash; Dubai World Trade Centre; 9pm-3am
Who: Bollywood actress Tanushree Dutta will perform along with Indian Idol finalist Meiyang Chang.
Why go: It’s got glamour in the form of Dutta, and Chang, thanks to his acting and dancing gigs, will be a joy to watch.
Tickets: Free entry for Country Club members. Non members can collect their free passes from the Country Club.
Contact: 052-9359327 (Dubai) and 055-7113697 (Abu Dhabi)
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