Abu Dhabi nightlife highlights this week - New Year's Eve Edition

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EVENTS THIS WEEK

Thursday 26th December

Every Thursday night is Ladies Night at Sea Lounge, Monte-Carlo Beach Club. Enjoy the cool sea breeze as you listen to award-winning DJ Natalie Brogan and Chad Phunk spinning the tunes, where from 8pm onwards, girls receive complimentary drinks.

Tonight, Decadent Entertainment presents Flow, overflowing your senses with the smoothest blend of house and RnB set within the dark and intimate setting of Chameleon at the Fairmont. DJs Mitchell and Soulfisher will serve up the best in commercial and soulful house, before mixing in with the rhythm and blues.

On the last Thursday of the month, Luciano performs at O1NE Yas Island. Luciano is known worldwide for his epic and emotional sets which feature a mind-blowing blend of barebones techno, pure house, and hot-blooded Latin rhythms.

Friday 27th December

RetroFlect, Abu Dhabi's original post brunch party continues this Friday at Chameleon, a perfect setting and music style for the post brunch crowd. From Bowie to Duran Duran, Prince to Simple Minds, RetroFlect is all about the classics from 70s, 80s, and 90s. Tunes supplied by DJ Jono Bradford.

Head to Chameleon this Friday for the Urban Truant party, promising to bring you the best shakedown of all tunes urban that Abu Dhabi has ever seen. With the unique and intimate setting in the Fairmont Hotel, and DJs Rone Jaxx and Ka Boo mixing both old and new, Urban Truant is the new place to go to get your urban fix.

This Friday, American electronic music producer Kevin Saunderson brings his technical expertise to the Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE terrace. Considered to be one of the originators of Techno, specifically Detroit Techno, Kevin is respected and known around the world as being one of the few producers who changed the face of dance music.

Saturday 28th December

Every Saturday, let the rhythm take over at Spanish-themed  Puesta del Sol at Sea Lounge, Monte-Carlo Beach Club. Enjoy a traditional Flamenco performance, dancers and a Spanish guitarist, and as the day moves into night, resident DJ  Melohman will take to the decks with a mix of Latin, house, Brazilian, funk, Nu Jazz and soulful beats. Watch the sun set over Saadiyat Island while sampling the traditional Spanish delicacy, paella, complimented by a glass of sangria.

Sunday 29th December

Pair your favourite cheese with your preferred wine beverage at the Cheese and Wine Sundays at Jazz 'n' Fizz in the Sofitel hotel. Music by DJ Fadi Lee.

Tuesday 31st December - New Year's Eve!

Experience the luxurious Monte-Carlo lifestyle at Sea Lounge New Year's Eve Party with a Great Gatsby Twist. Celebrate with fire dancers and stilt walkers, and the finest grape beverages and bubbly to toast the best of the year that was and the year ahead, while you dance all night to the upbeat club mix by DJ Kiko Navarro, along with Sea Lounge's award-winning resident DJs.

This year, celebrate New Year's Eve in style at the Black & Gold party at Cooper's in the Park Rotana hotel. Their resident DJ James Murray will perform live to rock your night and the special guest for the night, a European 3 piece band, B4US, will perform live to make your night even better.

Toast to 2014 while enjoying the funky and upbeat tunes from DJ Fadi Lee, as well as a live band who will count down to the New Year at Jazz 'n' Fizz in the Sofitel Hotel.

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Left Bank featuring a festive menu including three house beverages, welcome bubbly, an exclusive view of the firework show over the river, and a Moet & Chandon champagne bar on the terrace. DJ B-Luv will be playing the finest club and RnB anthems.

Experience a red carpet Gala Dinner this New Year's Eve at Imago in the Le Royal Meridien hotel. Live entertainment provided by Australian singer Simonne Cooper and chill-out beats by DJ NIKOLA. Fire starter MK will be performing throughout the night and producer Heinz Kahler will be filming a NYE movie on the night as a memento for all guests.

This NYE, get yourself down to Heroes in the Crowne Plaza hotel and experience the best Black & White atmosphere in town with a festive buffet and unlimited drinks until midnight. Party all night long with The International Playboys and DJ Luke.

Finish 2013 with a glow at Club SO-HI's Glow Party at Aloft hotel. Make sure you wear your most pristine white because it's going to be glamorous and bright, as the club is getting an extra special glow makeover for one night only. Music provided by DJ Jose RC.

Glo in the Rosewood hotel will be hosting a glamorous Fashion TV Party to the beats of DJ Koast and Drezzil.

Enjoy the chic atmosphere of Ornina and start the celebrations with a Mediterranean elegance at their Masquerade Extravaganza NYE. Resident DJ Tony Tone will entertain you as you dance the night away into 2014.

Enter the new year in style with the Glow with the Stars party on the outdoor terrace of the Hyatt Capital Gate hotel. Enjoy unlimited selected drinks, with DJ Simon B from Radio 1 spinning the hits while guests dance the night away with mesmerising views of the city 80 metres above the ground.

Direct from the UK, Stereo Vibe will be performing this NYE at Stills bar in the Crowne Plaza Yas Island hotel, alongside resident DJ Joey.

Watch the ball drop as they pump up the volume and welcome the new year with a blast at the Ybar New Year's Party. Join in on an electromagnetic 90s-themed celebration with their international DJ.

Finish the year on a high with delicious food, great company and plenty of fun and laughter at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, where you can party till late at Yas Lounge with their DJ playing the best tunes to ring in 2014.

Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE welcomes in the New Year with a magical celebration under the stars, with one of the biggest line-ups they've ever hosted. Art Department, regarded internationally as the most forward thinking, revolutionary underground producers out of North America with jaw-dropping sets across the world, and Infinity Ink - A.K.A Ali Love and Luca C, having taken the summer of 2012 by storm with their hit 'Infinity' sounding out every super-club and beach party from sunrise to sunset, and then this year with 'Aya'. 

Embrace old Hollywood glam by decking out in 1920s-inspired, vintage and retro attire at Iris Yas Island's Old Hollywood Glam New Year's Eve tonight. With a retro-chic themed night, guests can enjoy a selection of signature cocktails and tantalising menu, while enjoying the scenic views of the stunningly lit Yas Marina complex. Live entertainment from their resident DJ.

Head to P.J. O'Reilly's this NYE for an amusing party in the capital, as they transform PJ's and the pool terrace into Paddywood. Strut your funky stuff across the hills of the glittering Paddywoodville with live DJs, live bands, special guests, exquisite BBQ and food stations, chilled beverages and a whole load of fun.

Celebrate NYE in Arabian style at Sax club with Lebanese superstar Hisham El Hajj performing alongside saxophonist Maher Daou and DJ Giorgio.

Abu Dhabi nightlife highlights this week

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EVENTS THIS WEEK

Thursday 19th December

Every Thursday night is Ladies Night at Sea Lounge, Monte-Carlo Beach Club. Enjoy the cool sea breeze as you listen to award-winning DJ Natalie Brogan and Chad Phunk spinning the tunes, where from 8pm onwards, girls receive complimentary drinks.

Start your weekend early at Left Bank with their Beat the Clock offer between 5pm and 9pm, where DJ Asela will be playing the latest chart and feel-good music, and then continue the party with THE WKENDR from 9pm till the morning hours.

Tonight, Decadent Entertainment presents Flow, overflowing your senses with the smoothest blend of house and RnB set within the dark and intimate setting of Chameleon at the Fairmont. DJs Mitchell and Soulfisher will serve up the best in commercial and soulful house, before mixing in with the rhythm and blues.

For the first time in Abu Dhabi, the Explicit MC 2 Chainz will be performing at O1NE Yas Island tonight, who has received in his career numerous BET Hip Hop, Grammy and Soul Train nominations and awards.

Friday 20th December

This Friday, head to SoBe at the Monte-Carlo Beach Club, Saadiyat for a merrylicious Xmas Edition Party, as they bring you one of the region’s best hip hop and RnB artists - DJ Bliss. Support from DJs Koast, Melohman and Soulfisher.

RetroFlect, Abu Dhabi's original post brunch party continues this Friday at Chameleon, a perfect setting and music style for the post brunch crowd. From Bowie to Duran Duran, Prince to Simple Minds, RetroFlect is all about the classics from 70s, 80s, and 90s. Tunes supplied by DJ Jono Bradford.

Every Friday, head to Left Bank for Rewind Fridays where you can enjoy drinks at discounted prices from 4pm till 9pm, while listening to classic retro tunes from the 70s, 80s and 90s from DJ B-Luv. Then from 9pm, Hip Hop Nation takes over, with DJ B-Luv playing all your favourite hip hop tunes.

Head to Chameleon this Friday for the Urban Truant party, promising to bring you the best shake down of all tunes urban that Abu Dhabi has ever seen. With the unique and intimate setting in the Fairmont Hotel, and DJs Rone Jaxx and Ka Boo mixing both old and new, Urban Truant is your new place to go to get your urban fix.

This Friday, it's a Cadenza Showcase feat. Mirko Loko and Cesar Merveille at Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE. Both members of the famous Vagabundos family will be bringing the house down with a flair and traversing style that Cadenza is so widely recognized for.

It's a Bad Santa Party at Heroes in the Crowne Plaza hotel tonight. Wear anything from Bad Santa, Mrs. Claus, elves, snowmen, Rudolph, shepherds, or any other creative Xmas costume. The best ones will be awarded with valuable prizes. Music by International Playboys and DJ Luke.

Saturday 21st December

Every Saturday, let the rhythm take over at Spanish-themed  Puesta del Sol at Sea Lounge, Monte-Carlo Beach Club. Enjoy a traditional Flamenco performance, dancers and a Spanish guitarist, and as the day moves into night, resident DJ  Melohman will take to the decks with a mix of Latin, house, Brazilian, funk, Nu Jazz and soulful beats. Watch the sun set over Saadiyat Island while sampling the traditional Spanish delicacy, paella, complimented by a glass of sangria.

Sunday 22nd December

Head to Soul Sundays at Left Bank, where from 9pm onwards, ladies can enjoy 5 drinks for only 5 dirhams, with DJ Asela playing old skool, RnB and soulful tunes.

Pair your favorite cheese with your preferred wine beverage at the Cheese and Wine Sundays at Jazz 'n' Fizz in the Sofitel hotel. Music by DJ Fadi Lee.

Monday 23rd December

Kick start the Christmas celebrations with Sugar Rush Christmas Special ladies night, where DJs Soulninja and Cliff Townley will be blending together the best in RnB, commercial house and party classics. Ladies will receive complimentary bubbly and signature beverages until 1.30am.

Sax Club invites you to their Christmas Party tonight, featuring guest DJ GEM.N.I, mashing up the biggest hits with a festive twist, alongside dancer Katrin. There will be free gifts for the most festive outfits and free drinks for the girls all night.

Tuesday 24th December

Party the night away with DJ Fadi Lee at Stiletto Night Christmas Special at Jazz 'n' Fizz in the Sofitel Hotel, where ladies receive complimentary drinks from 8pm till 12am. Live entertainment and servers wearing themed uniforms will add to the festive ambiance.

Celebrate Christmas Eve at Left Bank on December 24th with their Retro Party, featuring a Christmas menu including three house beverages and DJ Asela playing the crowd's favorite retro tunes.

Begin the holiday celebrations on Christmas Eve at Iris Yas Island, while their resident DJ creates the perfect holiday vibe with his chill out music playlists.

It's a special Ladies Night this Christmas Eve at Club SO-HI at Aloft, complete with free flow festive blends for ladies from 9pm till 3am and live music from their new resident DJ Jose RC. 

Wednesday 25th December

Every Wednesday at Left Bank is Sway Ladies Night, where from 9pm onwards, ladies can purchase 5 cocktails for 5 AED, with DJ Darryl Rees playing your favourite house anthems and commercial remixes.

Discover the wines of the world at Le Grand Wine Tasting at Jazz 'n' Fizz every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Accompanying the vintages from their featured region will be mouth-watering finger foods.

The Yacht Club is throwing a Christmas Day Ladies Night, with a best dressed lady contest, and prize giveaways and entertainment by resident DJ Angelo.

Rock through Christmas day and night in true PJ's style at P.J. O'Reilly's in Le Royal Meridien hotel, with their live band Sweet Chilli Jam and DJ Scott bringing out the party tracks. Free festive cocktails for ladies from 8pm till 11pm.

Do you feel like having some fun? Then dress to impress in your holiday worst at Tacky Sweater Christmas Party at Club So-HI. Wreck the halls with your tacky sweater and stand in for the chance to win prizes for the ugliest sweater.

Abu Dhabi nightlife highlights this week

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EVENTS THIS WEEK

Thursday 12th December

Whether you rave about red, or go weak for white, Grapefest at Chameleon in the Fairmont Bab Al Bahr has something for everyone! This Thursday and Friday, you can enjoy over 40 different labels from all over the world in a spectacular outdoor venue overlooking Abu Dhabi Creek. Enjoy delicious food stations and shisha while being entertained by DJ Rainier.

Every Thursday night is Ladies Night at Sea Lounge, Monte-Carlo Beach Club. Enjoy the cool sea breeze as you listen to award-winning DJ Natalie Brogan and Chad Phunk spinning the tunes, where from 8pm onwards, girls receive complimentary drinks.

Start your weekend early at Left Bank with their Beat the Clock offer between 5pm and 9pm, where DJ Asela will be playing the latest chart and feel-good music, and then continue the party with THE WKENDR from 9pm till the morning hours.

Decadent Entertainment presents the launch of Flow, overflowing your senses with the smoothest blend of house and RnB set within the dark and intimate setting of Chameleon at the Fairmont. DJs Mitchell and Soulfisher will serve up the best in commercial and soulful house, before mixing in with the rhythm and blues.

O1NE Yas Island promises a night with the best of house, techno and soul music with a back-to-back performance from Adana Twiins and Doctor Dru.

Tonight, B-lounge at the Sheraton Hotel hosts the Crooners at Christmas party, with live music from the past by singer Tony Payne. Relax in the open air and palm-fringed lounge with great cocktails and cover songs from Frank Sinatra, Bing Crosby, Dean Martin and Nat King Cole.

Feel the vibe of Beirut tonight at Sax club, with a very special line-up of Lebanese superstars Pavos, Walid El Massih, Nadine, DJ Elios and the WAM band giving an exclusive live performance.

Friday 13th December

The wait is finally over! Creamfields, Abu Dhabi's biggest dance music festival, hits du Arena tonight. Headline artists this year are international phenomenons Prodigy and Calvin Harris, with support from Above & Beyond and Disclosure. Regional artists include Hollaphonic, maDJam, Omar Basaad, Gunther & Stamina, Ronin & Nesta, Genie & Stacktraxxx, Angelo & Asphyxia, Mr. Mr, Mark Pick Up and Smokingroove to flaunt their skills alongside global superstars.

Another crazy Friday is on at SoBe at the Monte-Carlo Beach Club, Saadiyat. This week, DJ, producer and worldwide club banger Emir from Paris will be playing his unique blend of House, Hip Hop and RnB. Support from DJs Koast, Melohman and Soulfisher.

RetroFlect, Abu Dhabi's original post brunch party launches this Friday at Chameleon, a perfect setting and music style for the post brunch crowd. From Bowie to Duran Duran, Prince to Simple Minds, RetroFlect is all about the classics from 70s, 80s, and 90s. Tunes supplied by DJ Jono Bradford.

Every Friday, head to Left Bank for Rewind Fridays where you can enjoy drinks at discounted prices from 4pm till 9pm, while listening to classic retro tunes from the 70s, 80s and 90s from DJ B-Luv. Then from 9pm, Hip Hop Nation takes over, with DJ B-Luv playing all your favourite hip hop tunes.

Head to Chameleon this Friday for the Urban Truant Launch Party, promising to bring you the best shake down of all tunes urban that Abu Dhabi has ever seen. With the unique and intimate setting in the Fairmont Hotel, and DJs Rone Jaxx and Ka Boo mixing both old and new, Urban Truant is your new place to go to get your urban fix.

This Friday, enjoy a Balearic heaven at Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE , with Technasia and Jean Claude Ades hitting the terrace with their thrilling and full bodied sets to get you grooving right through into the night. 

This Friday the 13th could be your Lucky Night. Dine and dance at Stills bar to the sounds of DJ Joey and famous percussionist, George Safi, and you could win a weekend stay for two at Crowne Plaza Yas Island, and for every 200 AED you spend, you'll get a free drink and 25% discount in one of their restaurants on your next visit.

Saturday 14th December

Every Saturday, let the rhythm take over at Spanish-themed  Puesta del Sol at Sea Lounge, Monte-Carlo Beach Club. Enjoy a traditional Flamenco performance, dancers and a Spanish guitarist, and as the day moves into night, resident DJ  Melohman will take to the decks with a mix of Latin, house, Brazilian, funk, Nu Jazz and soulful beats. Watch the sun set over Saadiyat Island while sampling the traditional Spanish delicacy, paella, complimented by a glass of sangria.

Sunday 15th December

Head to Soul Sundays at Left Bank, where from 9pm onwards, ladies can enjoy 5 drinks for only 5 dirhams, with DJ Asela playing old skool, RnB and soulful tunes.

Indulge in scrumptious chocolates paired with your preferred wine beverage at the Chocolate and Wine Sundays at Jazz 'n' Fizz in the Sofitel hotel. Music by DJ Fadi Lee.

Monday 16th December

Sax Club invites you to their AfterGlow party tonight, featuring Pioneer ME DJ Champion DJ Ka Boo, with free sparkling and vodka based drinks for the girls all night.

Tuesday 17th December

Every Tuesday, it's Stiletto Night at Jazz 'n' Fizz in the Sofitel Hotel, where ladies receive complimentary drinks from 8pm till 12am, all set to the smooth and funky sounds of their resident DJ, Fadi Lee.

Wednesday 18th December

Every Wednesday at Left Bank is Sway Ladies Night, where from 9pm onwards, ladies can purchase 5 cocktails for 5 AED, with DJ Darryl Rees playing your favourite house anthems and commercial remixes.

Abu Dhabi nightlife highlights this week

Visit www.thecapitallist.ae for full event listings.

UPCOMING EVENTS

There's only a little over two weeks to go until Creamfields, Abu Dhabi's biggest dance music festival, hits du Arena on Friday 13th December. Headline artists this year are international phenomenons Prodigy and Calvin Harris, with support from Above & Beyond and Disclosure. Regional artists include Hollaphonic, maDJam, Omar Basaad, Gunther & Stamina, Ronin & Nesta, Genie & Stacktraxxx, Angelo & Asphyxia, Mr. Mr, Mark Pick Up and Smokingroove to flaunt their skills alongside global superstars.

EVENTS THIS WEEK

Thursday 28th November

O1NE Yas Island continues to raise the entertainment bar in the country making it the one place to be every Thursday. After Benny Benassi on the 21st of November, tonight will be the Dutch music producer and DJ Afrojack, who will be wowing the crowd with his remixes plus showcasing tracks from his new album "The Spark."

Every Thursday night is Ladies Night at Sea Lounge, Monte-Carlo Beach Club. Enjoy the cool sea breeze as you listen to award-winning DJ Natalie Brogan and Chad Phunk spinning the tunes, and from 8pm onwards, girls will receive complimentary drinks throughout the evening.

Start your weekend early at Left Bank with their Beat the Clock offer between 5pm and 9pm, where DJ Asela will be playing the latest chart and feel-good music, and then continue the party with THE WKENDR from 9pm till the morning hours.

Crowne Plaza Yas Island welcomes all to its Mexican Fiesta week between 28th November and 6th December, featuring the folkloric performers Yolitzi Widen de la Laguna direct from Mexico and a menu reflecting Mexican traditional cuisine. Every evening, Sundowner's terrace will be transformed into a charming Mexican scene, complete with Fiesta lighting, backdrops, costumes and live music.

Tonight, Resonance at Pearls & Caviar in the Shangri-La hotel welcomes guest DJ Deian (360/ Warped/Nasimi) for his debut in the capital, alongside resident Hassan Alwan. Eccentric visuals supplied by VJ Krajta.

Friday 29th November

Every Friday, head to Left Bank for Rewind Fridays where you can enjoy drinks at discounted prices from 4pm till 9pm, while listening to classic retro tunes from the 70s, 80s and 90s from DJ B-Luv  - the perfect post-brunch party venue. Then from 9pm, Hip Hop Nation takes over, with DJ B-Luv playing all your favourite hip hop tunes.

The glamorous beachfront lifestyle brand SoBe, inspired by the vibrant nightlife scene of South Beach Florida, USA, opens its doors every Friday at Sea Lounge, Monte-Carlo Beach Club with non-stop partying from 4pm until 4am and DJs Koast, Melohman and Soulfisher playing the best of chill, deep, progressive and uplifting house.

Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE will be closing the month on a high note, welcoming yet another legend in the music industry, Subb-An, a regular feature at clubs and festivals all over the world including fabric (London), D'Edge (Sao Paolo) and The Electric Pickle (Miami), making Subb-An's discography read like a 'Who's Who' of underground house and techno's biggest labels.

Abu Dhabi's coolest and wettest Liquid Rain Pool Party at Aloft hotel comes to an end this Friday, with resident DJ Natalie Brogan on decks accompanied by Chad Phunk and Stew Magoo.

Saturday 30th November

Every Saturday, let the rhythm take over at Spanish-themed  Puesta del Sol at Sea Lounge, Monte-Carlo Beach Club. Enjoy a traditional Flamenco performance, dancers and a Spanish guitarist, and as the day moves into night, resident DJ  Melohman will take to the decks with a mix of Latin, house, Brazilian, funk, Nu Jazz and soulful beats. Watch the sun set over Saadiyat Island while sampling the traditional Spanish delicacy, paella, complimented by a glass of sangria.

The Capital's biggest RnB night, BIG RNB returns every Saturday to RUSH club in the Yas Viceroy Hotel. All ladies and Etihad Crew (including the gents) receive free drinks and 50% off bottles promotion is on offer for everyone else till 1am. Pioneer DJ ME Champion DJ Ka Boo  will be playing the best in Old Skool, Hip Hop and RnB alongside DJ Cliff Townley.

Sunday 1st December

Head to Soul Sundays at Left Bank, where from 9pm onwards, ladies can enjoy 5 drinks for only 5 dirhams, with DJ Asela playing old skool, RnB and soulful tunes.

Indulge in scrumptious chocolates paired with your preferred wine beverage at AED 120 during Chocolate and Wine Sundays every 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month at Jazz 'n' Fizz in the Sofitel hotel. Music by DJ Fadi Lee.

Monday 2nd December

Sax Club invites you to their AfterGlow party featuring DJ Ka Boo tonight, with free drinks for the girls all night and 50% off for cabin crew.

Tuesday 3rd December

Every Tuesday, it's Stiletto Night at Jazz 'n' Fizz in the Sofitel Hotel, where ladies receive complimentary drinks from 8pm till 12am, all set to the smooth and funky sounds of their resident DJ, Fadi Lee.

Indulge in some quintessential classic cocktails for a special price every Tuesday at Sea Lounge from sunset till late. Their resident mixologist will be on hand to help you pick a beverage and will present your chosen drink at your table. All set to the backdrop of soulful house and deep house tunes by resident DJ Koast.

Celebrate UAE National Day with Lebanese superstar Carlos at Sax club tonight, performing the biggest hits of Beirut alongside a live band and DJ Giorgio.

Wednesday 4th December

Every Wednesday at Left Bank is Sway Ladies Night, where from 9pm onwards, ladies can purchase 5 cocktails for 5 AED, with DJ Darryl Rees playing your favourite house anthems and commercial remixes.