December. In Colombo the word isn’t synonymous with snow, mistletoe or mulled wine – its bright lights, bold bass and deep drinks. From the prelude of beachside raves and Colombo concerts to the climactic (or not) NYE celebrations, December is one big social binge. It’s that special time of the year where family and friends from across the seas flow back to the island in joyous reverse exodus. The lonely nightclubs stir from their months of hibernation; the beaches embrace the influx of warm bodies and cold cash; the buzz is palpable.
So what’s happening on the island this season? Some pretty good stuff by the looks of it. We’ve put together a selection of the December parties we’re most looking forward to below.
See you there.
Azucar by Good Music Movement
Venue: Fleurts Beach Club (formerly Nico’s), Talpe
Date: 14th Dec, Friday
Music: Ravi B, Emanuel, Ashfaq, Miyuru and Bastion on sax
Damage: Free before 10.30 PM
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Serious Sh!t
Venue: Shelton’s Beach, Mt. Lavinia
Date: 14th Dec, Friday
Music: Asvajit, Geve, Twigs, Sunara
Damage: Rs. 1500
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32 Degrees 2012
Venue: Riddim Bar, Unawatuna Beach
Date: 15th Dec, Saturday
Music: Bro Rdz, Guarav, Yeser, Antonio, Asvajit, Dilshan, Jay Vibes, Muku
Damage: Rs. 2000
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Oh My Goat
Venue: Viharamahadevi Park and Amphitheatre
Date: 21st Dec, Friday
Music: Blot, Asvajit, Shiyam, Twigs, Geve, Sunara, Tareeq, Rudilicious
Damage: Rs. 1500 (pre sold), Rs. 2000 (gate)
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Sunset Music Festival
Venue: Havelock Sports Club
Date: 22nd Dec, Saturday
Music: Dash Berlin, Dirty South, Helena, Shiyam, Van Luup, Yazz, Christian Q
Damage: Rs. 2750 (pre sold), Rs. 3300 (gate)
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