Sha‘Bash’ to the eve!

It’s that one night in the year when the party doesn’t stop at the dreaded Cinderella hour. If you’re still wondering where to soak in the revelry, there’s plenty of midnight madness in the city. Want to spend the night bumping and grinding to some of the craziest sounds around? Here’s our run up to some of the most happening NYE parties in town.

All Stars party

If you love music, then here’s a chance to ring in the New Year with Indigo RJs Michelle, Nathan and Sriram. Head to a star studded celebration with live entertainment and an exotic spread of cuisine. Sway to the thumping tunes of DJ Ivan as he sets the mood, with fire eaters and Vegas dancers.

Where: Bengaluru Marriott Hotel, Whitefield.

Wallet factor: Couples: Rs 12,000, Rs 8,000 for singles.

Party Street Style

Now you can party street style. Gear up for a night where you can walk on the most iconic streets of the world – The Burbon Street, The Lantern Street and the Mahal Street. Surrender to the magic of a new beginning at the New Orleans parade with dolls like the Hydra, Medusa, Unicorn, Sphinx, Metamorphosis, etc.

At Lantern Street, experience exotic colours and textures of South Asia and at the Mahal street get into a carnival world with elements of the rich Indian culture and cuisine.

Where: The Leela Palace.

Wallet factor: Couples: Rs 15,000.

Club Culture

Our pick for the best night clubs include Ice, Shiro and Skyye.

Ice, ice baby

Usher in the New Year at Ice, for a bash like never before. Get into the carnival mood as you groove to the tunes of internationally acclaimed DJ from the UK, Emily Scott. See DJ Vanshi in action, playing the greatest sets from yesteryear.

Where: Ice, Vivanta by Taj.

Wallet factor: Rs 7,000.

Face off 

Bring in 2014 with the Venetian Masquerade Ball at Shiro with unlimited food, alcohol and the latest hits by DJ Naveen. Enjoy the costume parade replete with masks and party hats.

Where: Shiro, UB City.

Wallet factor: Rs 10,500.

Get high 

International DJ Ralvero will man the console as you get into the mood for a laser shows and thumping music.

Where: Skyye, UB City.

Wallet factor: Rs 9,500.