It’s time to party, Bengaluru! New Year’s Eve is just around the corner and we’re hoping you have your plans in place. If not, there’s lots to choose from, despite the security clampdown on the city this year. We’re hoping to skip the mishaps this NYE and over 15,000 security personnel have been deployed to maintain law and order. The streets might be somewhat sober and Sunny Leone might not brighten up your start to 2018 either, but there’s lots to do, nevertheless!
The Taj group has a series of parties across all its branches - with themes like Amsterdam and Los Angeles 2018. There are dance troupes, belly dancers, fire jugglers and fashion shows all lined up to ensure your bring in the New Year in style! The ITC hotels and five-star venues like The Paul Bangalore and Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway have weekend packages on offer - head out there on Sunday morning and leave after breakfast. Of course, the premises, unlimited spreads and alcohol are at your disposal!
If you don’t want to dedicate your weekend to the revelry, there are lots of parties unfolding on December 31 too. Try LoveShack for a masquerade ball, the tribute to Moulin Rouge at The Paul and Papparazzi at the Hard Rock Cafe. If you’re musically inclined, you have a gammut of genres, from contemporary rock to EDM and lots and lots of Bollywood tunes!
Campfires, stargazing and treks are all the rage this year, with a number of events at places like Yercaud, Kodaikanal, Agumbe and Gokarna. Head out here for a tryst with nature, live music under the stars, campfires and lots more. There are yoga sessions, safaris through the Bandipur forest and lots of treks to choose from - so what are you waiting for? Strap on your sleeping bag (they will give you the tents), pack a warm jacket and bid goodbye to the city’s NYE’s chaos as you bring in 2018 with aplomb. Happy New Year!
Rio Carnival
Check out the Rio Carnival Season 2 pool party, with DJ performances, Bollywood and Hollywood tracks, a dance troupe, a celebrity emcee, fireworks, belly dancers and a fashion show. There's a dedicated photo booth and a special kids buffet with games, entertainment and staff.
PRICE: Rs 3,599 onwards; Per couple: Rs 6,240 onwards; Per kid (VIP pass only) : Rs1,999
When: Dec 31, 8 pm
Where: The Chancery Pavilion, Residency Road
Tribute to moulin rouge
This year The Paul Bangalore pays tribute to the most watched Cabaret on the planet - Moulin Rouge. Adding wild rhythm to the evening is Swahaa, the all percussion band from Bangalore with music from India, to Asia to Africa, with DJ Dheeraj Bosco taking over later
PRICE: 'Price: Rs 1,499 to Rs 24,999
When: Dec 31, 8 pm
Where: The Paul Resorts & Hotels, 139/28, Domlur Layout, Off Intermediate Ring Road
