New Year’s Eve Party Guide 2011

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1234 1234 de le Montagne, 395-1111

The insatiable MC Mario and his taste for house music take over the main room of the supposedly “most glamorous venue in downtown Montreal,” while DJ Hill focuses on hip hop and R&B in a second room and DJ Majess goes old school in the third. It’s open bar from 9–11 p.m., so fuel up before midnight. $60/$70.

ABREUVOIR BAR ET TERRASSE 403 Ontario E., 843-5469

Are you more classic Vince Vega or brutish Bear Jew? Which Uma Thurman do you prefer: drug-addled Mia Wallace or revenge-obsessed The Bride? Mix the perfect amount of sex and violence for this Tarantino-themed party and refrain from cutting anyone’s ear off when they inevitably play “Stuck in the Middle With You.” Open bar all night. 9 p.m., $45.

ALTITUDE 737 1 Place Ville-Marie, PH2 397-0737

If you like your scenesters strutting it up with Armani suits and Louis Vuitton purses, then this is the perfect party for you, 43 floors above downtown Montreal. The attire may be fancy, but don’t worry, the drinks are hella cheap, because in this city, even the upscale crowd drinks frugal. 8 p.m., $55.

BAINS DOUCHES 390 St-Jacques, 845-3066

If the name of the club doesn’t worry you a tinsy little bit, then Escapade 2012 promises to be an “electrifying experience” with 100, 000 watts of sound dedicated to house, R&B and more courtesy of DJ Hill. $25 for the open bar from 8–11p.m., and $60 for open bar from 8 p.m.–3 a.m.

BALATTOU 4372 St-Laurent, 845-5447

Balattou hosts its traditional Réveillon Tropical once again, with an African buffet, tropical music and champagne at midnight. 9 p.m, $25.

BALROOM BAR 3643 St-Laurent, 282-7665

The friendly staff at Balroom quite simply invites you to “en virer une grosse.” If you’re not sure what that means, it means to go on a murderous rampage against your brain cells (approximate translation). 9 p.m., $30 (ladies), $40 (men).

BAR & BOEUF SUPPERCLUB 500 McGill, 866-3555

Start off your party night with a four-course meal at 5:30 p.m. for $49, or if you’re feeling particularly gourmand, show up at 8 p.m. for the five-course VIP dinner ($150). The following party starts at 11 p.m. with open bar, 80s, 90s, R&B and hip hop music and a champagne flute at midnight. $50 (women), $60 (men).

BILY KUN 354 Mont-Royal E., 845-5392

DJ No Commercial Value brings his “atypical dance music” to the Plateau bar, where there’ll be a round of free bubbly at midnight. 10 p.m., free.

BLIZZARTS 3956A St-Laurent, 843-4860

Don’t want to make a big fuss for New Year’s? Crew Year’s Eve promises “no frills, good music and good times” with DJs Jonny Jungle and Hatchmatik, free champagne at midnight and hosts DL Jones and Liam Thursty keeping you entertained. 10 p.m., $10.

BLUE DOG MOTEL 3958 St-Laurent, 848-7006

Freaks and weirdos are asked to report to MMXII, an all-night “all-you-can-drink-all-you-can-dance” fest that will supposedly resemble the final scene in Footloose (the 1984 original, obviously). Open bar all night. 10 p.m. $35.

BLVD44 4467 St-Laurent, 638-2583

The new private club in town presents a “luxurious escape from traditional nightlife.” Find out what that means at this exclusive party with French DJ Willy William. Open bar from 9 to 11 p.m. Contact them for membership. $40.

BOUL NOIR 551 Mont-Royal E., 525-5091

Try your luck at black jack, poker, roulette and more during the Casino Royale-themed party. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be served all night. Who knows, you may start 2012 fully loaded (the meaning of which is for you to decide). 9 p.m., $45 (women), $65 (men).

B-SIDE 3616 St-Laurent, 844-8883

Practise your foxtrot or your Charleston or whatever they were into back then for the Roaring 20s New Year’s Eve Party. Nothing like looking back, in order to look forward, or something. 10 p.m. $20/$30.

BUONANOTTE 3518 St-Laurent, 848-0644

Cotecchino, barbabietole, tortelli, ossobuco and other fine Italian delights are on the special New Year’s Eve menu, which includes a complimentary glass of Prosecco. Stay for the post-dinner party to toast another Capodanno. 8 p.m., $95.

THE BURGUNDY LION 2496 Notre-Dame W., 934-0888

Fill up on pub grub and cheers your mates as a pub crawl involving McLean’s and the downtown Ye Olde Orchard kicks off at this English pub, where the cost of entry also includes a meal and a pint. The crawl includes a pint and a shot at each of the other locations. 7 p.m., $45.

CAFÉ CAMPUS 57 Prince Arthur E., 844-1010

Considering the measly amount they charge for booze, this may be one of the cheapest club options. Celebrate your end-of-year at their masked ball, which will probably conclude with questionable end-of-night decisions. Remember, everybody looks better with a mask on. 8:30 p.m., $10.

CAFÉ CLÉOPÂTRE 1230 St-Laurent, 871-8065

The toughest cookie of the Lower Main happily sticks around for another year, and hopefully countless more to come. Cléopâtre star Reena hosts this special New Year’s cabaret with Penelope, special guest artists and a lot of surprises! 10 p.m., free.

CANDI BAR 1148 Mont-Royal E., 524-4075

The theme at the sweetest bar in town is “Under the Sea.” Just don’t drown in gummy bear-coloured liquor. 10 p.m., $25/$40.

CASA DEL POPOLO 4873 St-Laurent, 284-0122

With or without bias, this could be the best partay in town. Okay, so the DJs include former Mirror film editor Mark Slutsky and current Mirror news columnist Raf K, but that, obviously, has nothing to do it. A free glass of “champagne-style beverage” will be served at midnight. 10 p.m., $10 in 2011, $15 in 2012.

CFC 6388 St-Hubert

JDB Productions and Audika Apparel order you to dress to impress and find a midnight kiss at Dropping the Ball, a New Year’s Masquerade. BYO mask and rock out to performances by DJ collective the Mad Ones and Klye. Try your luck at the bottle, ticket and T-shirt giveaways. You’ll be a winner either way with all-night drink specials and champagne at midnight. 9 p.m., $15/$20.

CHEZ SERGE 5301 St-Laurent, 663-4227

The home of the troublesome mechanical bull invites you to “Il Était une fois dans le Mile End,” a Western-themed night. Don those tight-fitting leather chaps and get ready to hop on that bull and, most likely, embarrass yourself one last time in 2011. 10 p.m., $15/$25 (cowboy hat included).

CLUB LAMBI 4465 St-Laurent, 250-5917

GigaNite presents a Créole Mix show and dance party with performances by singers and musicians Dayanah Santos, Sess Lady Blu, Buddah Ranks, Negelo and more, with funds going to help la Maison des Petits de Diquini, an organization helping Haitian orphans. Enjoy specials on the booze and a traditional buffet. 9 p.m., $40/$60.

COMMISSION DES LIQUEURS 4521 St-Laurent, 758-5160

Occupy the bar that used to be a bank! This Plateau club invites you to celebrate as if you were at home. No, not in pyjamas with your cats, but as if your home was an open bar with a lot of very horny and very drunk party people dancing away to R&B and club hits. For one night, you are the “masters of the place.” Open bar from 9–11 p.m., $25 (ladies), $30 (gentlemen).

AU DIABLE VERT, 4557 St-Denis, 710-5021

Hats, confetti and bubbles are promised at this small St-Denis club, guaranteed to be full of bumpin’ and grindin’ young francos. Top 40 hits and champagne at midnight also included. 9 p.m., $10/$15/$30.

ÉCLIPSE NIGHT CLUB 1082 Rosemont, 838-3850

Release all inhibitions, friends. This will be a New Year, time to get freaky with the swingers at this sensual party taking place on three floors. DJs Elle, Militana and Hugo Boss soothe your sexy encounters with some sweet beats. Nudity not frowned upon. 10 p.m., $85 per couple, includes access to Auberge 1082.

ELECTRIC AVENUE 1469 Crescent, 285-8885

Get funky, retro lovers and/or older people! Coz there ain’t no party like a disco party! There’ll be champagne when you arrive and a live broadcast of New York City’s Times Square countdown. 10 p.m., $25/$50.

ENTOURAGE 1433 Crescent, 287-7625

Get debaucherous on Crescent with seven hours of open bar, a “classy, yet cozy” ambiance, a mix of Top 40 and the live countdown from New York City broadcast on giant screens. 8 p.m., $50.

FOUFOUNES ELECTRIQUES 87 Ste-Catherine E, 844-5539

For cheap drinks and a rockin’ good time, the alternative institution is always a safe bet. DJ Mutante and the awesomely named DJ Colt 45 ensure that you’ll probably hear Rage Against the Machine and Black Eyed Peas in the same hour. Beers are dirt cheap before midnight to give you the bravado to make out with that sexy thang with the lip piercing. 8 p.m., $15.

GOGO LOUNGE 3682 St-Laurent, 286-0882

Welcome to the future and the future is neon! At the Crystal Glow party, the Gogo staff will equip you with so many fluorescent accessories that you will easily be spotted in space. Or almost. 10 p.m., $25/$40.

IL MOTORE 179 Jean-Talon W.

The Train Wreck New Year’s Party promises DJs Jay Watts III, Noah Bick and Compton Chic play “Independent Rock,” electro and hip hop all night. Bonus: specials on beer and a free glow stick! Tickets available at Cheap Thrills and Phonopolis. 8 p.m., $8/$12.

IMPERIAL ROOM 1432 Crescent, 885-7598

Celebrate the New Year with class at the Imperial Gala, at the club that boasts the “best lights and sounds” in Montreal, plus a Las Vegas-style show, champagne toast at midnight and open bar. 10 p.m., $80.

IVY NIGHTCLUB 3556 St-Laurent, 848-6398

This self-proclaimed “awe-inspiring” venue invites you to walk down the red carpet and experience a night of “hypnotically diverse” music with other “instantly energized party people.” DJs playing the best in R&B, hip hop, house, dance, rock, Top 40, trance, Euro and hits from the 80s and 90s, inducing what they call “sheer nightlife indulgence.” Oh boy! Plus there’s open bar all night, balloon drop, live countdown and champagne toast at midnight. 8 p.m., $50–$60.

KATACOMBES 1635 St-Laurent, 861-6151

The aptly named No Punk Music for a Night presents the cheapest New Year’s 80s and 90s dance party. It’s free if you show up with an 80s costume. If you can’t find your neon leotards, start saving up right now, because there’s a $2 cover if you don’t have a costume. 9 p.m.

KOI LOUNGE 3603 St-Laurent, 282-3332

DJ Advocate spins hip hop and club anthems while you guzzle free booze all night long. Expect a live countdown, champagne at midnight and no regrets. 8 p.m. (open bar starts at 10 p.m.), $50.

 

 

KOROVA 3908 St-Laurent, 904-6444

Pills, Thrills and Bellyaches presents its New Year’s Eve edition with free champagne at midnight and DJs George Donoso III and Commando blasting Motown, soul and rock ’n’ roll all night long. 10 p.m., $10.

CLUB LA BOOM 1254 Stanley, 866-5463

Everyone is VIP at the 10th anniversary of la Boom where you’ll find two floors of “insane party” with the alleged largest balloon drop in Montreal. 8 p.m., $85, $125 to skip the line-up/$150 at the door.

LIGHT ULTRACLUB 2020 Crescent, 288-2888

A full VIP open bar from 10 p.m. till closing will guarantee a good night on the piss, Crescent Street-style. The dress code is defined as “casual elegance,” for however long you can keep that up while bumping to club anthems and enjoying the laser shows. Glow sticks and beads will be provided. $75–$99.

MAINLINE THEATRE 3997 St-Laurent, 849-3378

The New Year’s edition of the Slowdance parties invites you to “Come and experience why slow is beautiful, and why love is not ironic,” because everyone should get a chance to hold someone close in 2012. Relive that awkward high school feeling of hoping someone comes up to you at the dance. It’s a New Year, ask first! 9:30 p.m., FREE!

LE MARQUIS 2313 Ste-Catherine W., Atwater entrance, 905-0088

Party favours are promised for everyone, as well as a huge balloon drop and an open bar from 8–11 p.m., so by midnight, you should be giving away your own party favours. Ahem. DJs Payce and Groove set the soundtrack with Top 40, house, electro and hip hop music. $40.

MCLEAN’S 1210 Peel, 392-7770

Get a shot and a pint when you stop over at this Irish joint during your pub crawl involving the downtown Ye Olde Orchard and the Burgundy Lion. The crawl starts at the Lion, where you’ll enjoy a meal and a pint. 7 p.m., $45.

MOOMBA 1780 Pierre Péladeau (Laval), 553-4525

With a name like X-Factor, this may be the edgiest party in Laval! Chef Jacques Coutu serves up a gourmet meal before DJs Abe, Stevie V and Special K get the party started. Novelty factor: a tribute band called the Politiks will be paying homage to Coldplay. 7 p.m. $39, $109 VIP.

LA MOUCHE 1284 St-Denis, 686-1283

The Quartier Latin club where members of the Backstreet Boys and LMFAO recently partied presents the Party de la St-Sylvestre, with L.A.’s DJ Cobra, open bar all night and free champagne at midnight. 10 p.m., $40 (ladies), $60 (dudes).

NEWTOWN 1476 Crescent, 284-6555

Start your night by indulging in a four-course meal at NASCAR driver Jacques Villeneuve’s Newtown restaurant. The lounge area will offer open bar starting from 11 p.m., while Newtown’s club presents “Champagne Wishes,” featuring the Party Rock Crew and music by DJ Technical. $75 for the meal, $125 with wine/$65 for open bar, $20 for the club alone.

L’OLYMPIA 1004 Ste-Catherine E., 845-3524

Get lost in the crowd as 2,500 people are expected to show up for Célébration 2012. There’ll be open bar all night, with tips included in the ticket cost, plus four DJs and one live band playing party classics. 9 p.m., $79.

PANDA BAR 2012 St-Denis, 419-3444

Join a bevy of young rock ’n’ rollers dancing away to new wave, post-punk, electro and rock music courtesy of DJs Speechless, Napoleon and We Are Ortiz in the city’s new punk rock grotto. Cover includes two free drinks and bubbly at midnight. 10 p.m., $10/$15.

PINQ TACO 3612 St-Laurent, 585-6858

Mourn the death of many, many brain cells at The Black Ball: The Last New Year’s Eve Celebration on Earth. And if you’re about to die, you may as well splurge on a five-course meal, with open bar. 10 p.m., $75 (meal), $30 (club).

PLAN B 327 Mont-Royal E., 845-6060

B seen at this cozy Mont-Royal hotspot for a low-key party featuring DJs Marie H “b” and Yvesning, plus free champagne at midnight. 9 p.m., free.

LE POURVOYEUR 184 Jean-Talon E., 277-5858

Eat your face off at the market’s new festive pub, offering a four-course meal for only $35. Stick around for the Réveillon with DJs taking over the two floors. Dinner from 7–10 p.m., party at 10 p.m., $10/$15.

QUINCAILLERIE 980 Rachel E., 524-3000

Dance the night away at the bar that’s conveniently located next to delicious poutine place la Banquise. Expect champagne and canapés at midnight, and all the 80s and 90s music you can stomach. 9 p.m., $10.

RADIO LOUNGE 3553 St-Laurent, 281-6913

It’s the colour of passion, love and fiery romance, but also of Communism and the planet Mars. But mainly, red is the theme of the very first Bal en Rouge. Warning: the skimpy red dress may provoke the horny bull. 9 p.m, $15/$20.

RISTORANTE CAVALLI 2040 Peel, 843-5100

The upscale restaurant invites a mature 25-and-older crowd to celebrate with “style and grace.” Dust off that elegant gown or designer suit and make your grand entrance to the “beautiful and luxurious” restaurant. First class DJs for the first class partyers. 7 p.m., $40.

ROCKETTE 4479 St-Denis, 845-9010

Say hello to 2012 by spending the night dancing like your mom to all your favourite rock ’n’ roll hits provided by DJs X Caféine and Joakim. 9 p.m., $7.

ROSALIE SUPPERCLUB 1232 de la Montagne, 392-1970

Before making silly promises about “eating less” and “exercising,” take advantage of your last night of 2011 with total and complete culinary indulgence. The four-course first dinner service ($97) is at 6 p.m., the second dinner service ($123) at 8:30 p.m. Stick around to wash that down with a lot of booze—open bar starts at 11 p.m. $71.50.

ROUGE 7 Prince-Arthur W., 282-9944

“City of Lights” features the club’s usual 90s, funk, rock, old school and dance playing on the first floor, while the second floor is dedicated to hip hop, house and Top 40. $10 p.m., $40.

ROYAL PHOENIX 5788 St-Laurent, 658-1622

Mile End’s youngest little bar throws its first New Year’s bash, inciting you to party like it’s the end of the world. You know what that means: dance like a moron and French kiss err’body! DJs MHMHMH, B’UGO and Tizi set the mood. The open bar will only last from 9–10 p.m., so focus your priorities. The kitchen will be open until 1 a.m., with free champagne served at midnight. 9 p.m., $25/$35.

LE SAINT-SULPICE 1680 St-Denis, 844-9458

Get trashy at the most immoral bar on St-Denis as three DJs take over its three floors with the usual Top 40 and hip hop hits. And they’re only charging $25 for a bottle of champagne—it must be Dom Pérignon. Free before 10 p.m., $10 after.

LA SALA ROSSA 4848 St-Laurent, 284-0122

It’s the return of the Goods with birthday boy Scott C (turning 4-0!), Andy Williams, Moonstarr, the One Tash and DJ Kobal keepin’ you bumpin’ with their fine selection of hip hop, funk, soul, jazz, afro and boogie. 10 p.m., $25.

SALON DAOMÉ 141 Mont-Royal E., 982-7070

DJs Seb Fauteux, Max Reynold’s, Roux Soundsystem and Nathan Burns set the tone for one last “gangbang” in 2011. There’ll be champagne at midnight, visuals by VJ Zab and plenty of surprises! The DJs will continue the party until the wee hours of the morning at 242 Young. 9 p.m., afterparty at 2:30 a.m., $20 (club), $10 (afterparty), $25 (both).

SALON OFFICIEL 351 Roy E., 510-1733

DJs Mayday and Mathieu Beauséjour spin rock, electro and hip hop, while you take advantage of drink specials and a night full of surprises. 9 p.m., $10.

LE SALOON 1333 Ste-Catherine E., 522-1333

Classy cowboys and cowgirls congregate at this bistro bar in the Village for the annual “Bye Bye Mon Cowboy” party, which includes a five-course meal (6 or 8 p.m.) and specials on champagne. $69.

SAPHIR 3699 St-Laurent, 507-1104

You won’t hear any club anthems here, as the goth-friendly club celebrates the New Year with metal, courtesy of DJs Twisted and Freezze. 9 p.m. $15 before midnight, $10 after midnight.

SINCLAIR SUPPERCLUB 125 St-Paul

If this actually were the end of the world, what would be your last meal? Poached oyster & veal? Roasted lobster? Roasted veal tenderloin with confit of potatoes? Chocolate-hazelnut tart? If your mouth is watering, reserve your spot at the Sinclair dinner table and stay for the open bar party (11 p.m. until closing). $49 for first dinner service at 5:30 p.m., $150 for VIP dinner at 8 p.m., $50 open bar (women), $60 (men).

SKY 1474 Ste-Catherine E., 529-6969

If your main priority in 2012 is to be surrounded by beautiful, shirtless muscular men dancing around to Kylie Minogue, well Sky is definitely a good place to start. Latino beat on the main floor, hip hop, Top 40 and dance remixes on the second. 9 p.m., $8.

STEREO 858 Ste-Catherine E., 658-2646

Fuck the economic crisis, this party’s all about gold. “In Gold We Trust” wants you to wear your finest golden jewellery, clothing or accessories. Or outshine them all and pay for your drinks with gold bars! 10 p.m., $65.

TIME SUPPERCLUB 997 St-Jacques, 392-9292

If F. Scott Fitzgerald was still alive, he’d probably be ringing in the new year at Time Supperclub, sipping on a glass of sherry at the Great Gatbsy-themed party, Black Tie Affair. Find your greatest roaring 20s-inspired garments and celebrate being born well after Prohibition. 7:30 p.m., $50 (dinner not included).

THÉÂTRE PLAZA 6505 St-Hubert, 278-6419

A dozen DJs unite for Frenche ou Meurs, Danse ou Crève’s New Year’s shindig, including CLAASS, Payz Play, Matteo Grondini, Pompes tes Pipes and SLAP. Don’t forget the importance of a last “French” in 2011. 10 p.m., $25.

TOKYO 3709 St-Laurent, 842-6838

Some guy once said, “Life is a journey, not a destination.” You may want to speed up that journey to Destination 2012, which offers an open bar from 9–11 p.m., champagne at midnight and hot jams courtesy of DJ Psychology. 9 p.m., $25/more at the door.

LA TULIPE 4530 Papineau, 529-5000

Get physical and footloose at the New Year’s edition of Pop 80, where classic hits from the cheesiest decade will make you feel like a virgin again. Oh boy! 10 p.m., $25/$35.

TYPHOON 5752 Monkland, 482-4448

NDG’s top martini destination reassures you that you don’t have to go downtown to have a good time on New Year’s. Expect party favours, a mini bottle of sparkling wine and drink specials. 9 p.m., $10.

CLUB U.N. 390 Notre-Dame W., 892-0201

Do not confuse this club with the international organization; the wild party guys of the Security Council won’t be showing up, but the Underground Nightclub will make sure you still have a good time with DJs Nicola Torriero and Jonny Marciano providing live house music. 10 p.m., $15.

UNDERWORLD CABARET 1403 Ste-Elizabeth, 284-0667

If “Cheap and Easy” speaks to you, no one will judge you at the skate shop’s Cheap and Easy New Year’s party at their new venue, located above the store. DJs Proceed and dannydan make it lively, and there’re special prices on booze. 9 p.m., $10/$20.

UNITY 1171 Ste-Catherine E., 523-2777

Experience “Poplife” at the largest gay club in the city. DJ Philip White shakes things up with today’s best pop music. 9 p.m., $15/$20.

UP CLUB 3614 St-Laurent, 229-6365

Practise your best face for this Paparrazzi Red Carpet event, with open bar from 10–11 p.m., surprise giveaways, party favours at midnight and DJs Dan Marin and David Barbaccia selecting the hottest house and Top 40 hits. 10 p.m., $20, +21.

VELVET SPEAKEASY/ AUBERGE ST-GABRIEL 426 St-Gabriel, 245-5570

If the promo video is indicative of what La Seconde Avant Minuit will be like, it promises to be quite the lavish affair. Presented by Moët & Chandon, it features music by Christian Pronovost and DJ YO-C, a burlesque performance by Scarlett James and hosts Karl Meche, Shai Jay, Stevie B, Raffi J and Nic Urli. 10 p.m., $40.

W HOTEL 901 Square Victoria, 395-3100

In keeping with the maxim that the best things in life are free, one of the most luxurious hotels in the city offers you a night of “lavish excess” for the surprising amount of $0. “Keep your fortune” and take pleasure in the last night of 2011 with live performers, DJs and surprises. 9 p.m., fucking free.

WIENSTEIN & GAVINOS 1434 Crescent, 288-2231

Crescent’s large Italian eatery welcomes you to a cozy New Year’s celebration with food, dancing and an open bar (as of 11 p.m.) to help you digest after dinner. Seatings at 6 and 9:30 p.m., à la carte meals $18 and up, $30 for table d’hôte, $40/$50 for open bar.

SIR WINSTON CHURCHILL 1459 Crescent, 288-3814

Have a think about Montreal’s cultural past at one of Mordecai Richler’s former favourite hotspots. Or just get sloshed as the local institution offers a three-levelled bash with open bar at Winnie’s and Karina’s Lounge. 9 p.m., $75 or $25 for access to the pub only.

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