12 Cool Events Happening This Weekend In Lebanon

The first weekend of January 2019 is coming up, which means you’ve got to step up your party game. Check out these cool events!

1. The BCG All-Nighter (Jackson Allers’ Birthday Special)

What: The region’s oldest vinyl collective is throwing their regular all-nighter, but with a birthday special twist. Expect the finest 60s and 70s floor-shaking music, as well as a fair serving of the Arab World’s belly dance and tarab.

When: Friday January 4

Where: Ked

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2. House of Pop: Like a Wrecking Ball

What: The Gods of pop are 2019 ready, swinging in like a wrecking ball. Join Beirut’s favorite pop commercial night for a sonic trip like no other.

When: Friday January 4

Where: The Grand Factory

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3. Discoطق Presents Guy Manoukian

What: Discotek is bringing you none other than the talented Guy Manoukian this weekend. Get Discoطق ready!

When: Saturday January 5

Where: Discotek

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4. James Zabiela at The Grand Factory

What: Renowned DJ James Zabiela makes a stop in Beirut as part of his journey to rediscover his music. Join him at Grand Factory and help him find his sound again. The lineup includes Majd Barakat, Rita & Tala.

When: Saturday January 5

Where: The Grand Factory

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5. Say It: A Poetry Event V.3 Feat: Mazen Zahreddine

What: The poète maudit is back with a vengeance and an impressive line up of more participating poets.

When: Sunday January 6

Where: Concept 2092

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6. سبعة عملو طبعة – Metro’s 7-Year Anniversary

What: Metro Al Madina is celebrating their 7-year anniversary with a rewind of the previous years and MC Roberto Kobrosli entertaining you in between!

When: Saturday January 5

Where: Metro

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7. Djette, Romax & Ziad Ghosn at B018

What: Laila Sarkis (Djette), Romax and Ziad Ghosn are behind the decks. Can you keep up?

When: Saturday January 5

Where: BO18

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8. Georges is a DJ who won’t save your life

What: You read it right, George Khawam is hitting the decks at Demo. While this DJ won’t save your life, he can easily mix up a fun-packed night.

When: Saturday January 5

Where: Demo

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9. B018 Presents Lauren Lo Sung

What: Known for her dub techno sound entwined with grooves, breaks and impeccable bass lines, Lauren Lo Sung mixes both American and French house sounds in Beirut.

When: Friday January 4

Where: B018

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10. The Ballroom Bliz: Lake People (live) / Lukas Endhardt / Big Al

What: Get your ears ready for this one, Lake People, Lake Endhart, Delly Dancer, BiG Al and other are hitting the decks at Ballroom Blitz.

When: Friday January 4

Where: The Ballroom Blitz

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11. Naji El Osta | January 6

What: The new year festivities continue with A-list live performances and ongoing celebrations. Join Naji El Osta this weekend at Antika Bar and make sure to reserve ahead!

When: Sunday January 6

Where: Antika Bar

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12. Ziad Rahbany and the band #AtLeGray

What: The musical prodigy has come out of his hiding and, after several performances over the festive season, will land in Le Gray for two nights of ultimate luxury and paradigm.

When: Saturday January 5

Where: Le Gray

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