Agenda - Beirut pleasures

Agenda - Beirut pleasures by Lebanon Traveler Magazine Issue 6 March - June 2013

Beirut is buzzing, day and night. It's a city that has embraced several cultures, making sure that its citizens and visitors are fulfilled at all times. Whether you are in the mood for music, arts or outdoor activities, the city will surely satisfy. That's what Beirut Pleasures is all about
Are you in the mood for jazz? How about hitting the dance floor to salsa or singing along to the tunes of your favorite French songs? These regular weekly happenings will set the mood for a Beirut night. Keep this listing safe as you will need it time and time again!

TUESDAYS

Mardi Gras at the souks: Live jazz band, creole food and New Orleans flavor. Stack those beads and enjoy a one of a kind evening! Momo's at the souks - Downtown +961 1 999767

II Tenore Eliya Francis Live: Beautiful songs performed by operatic singer Eliya Francis for a romantic evening and more. Band Charge 9 USD/Person La Piazza – Monot +961 1 339449

90's night: Favorites from the 90's will have you grooving again on the dance floor! Palais by Crystal – Monot +961 3 854455

3as3us: Enjoy a unique comedy duo, Shant Kabakian and Anthony Hamawi, as you laugh out loud to songs and stand up comedy! Cappucino – Ashrafiyeh +961 70 771616

WEDNESDAYS

Latino Night: Dance the night away and embrace the Latino heat with delicious food and drinks that are muy caliente! El Gardel – Gemmayzeh +961 1 448447

French Night: Sing and dance a la Francaise… A wonderful night of song and dance for all you Frenchy lovers! Clé – Hamra +961 71 200712

Live Jazz: The Arthur Satyan acoustic ensemble will enchant you with tunes by Charlie Parker, Wayne Shorter and more. Razz'zz - Clemenceau +961 1 366246

Stand Up Comics: Ziyad Sahab, Junaid Zeinddine, Hicham Haddad, Fouad Yammine – names you've heard before – now listen to their comedic rantings about life, love and whatever else they're in to. Playroom – Nahr El Mot +961 70 757500

THURSDAYS

All that Soul: Original RNB and Soul music from the 60's and 70's Rococo – Monot +961 70 881771

80's and 90's night: Dance to the tunes from your childhood or your parent's childhood… Just have a great time! Clé – Hamra +961 71 200712

80's night: The one that launched the trend in Lebanon, BO18's 80's night is the country's favorite themed night, not to be missed! BO18 – Katrantina +961 3 800018

JLP live: The JLP five-piece band will entertain you with the best music from the past 3 decades with songs ranging from Pink Floyd to Nickel Back. Dany's – Hamra +961 740231

Salsa Latino Party: Let your Latino alter ego out and dance the night away to the greatest salsa rhythms of all time! Inn-Tuition – Gemmayzeh +961 3 109179

Tango Night: Join in and have a go at it or watch others dance the passionate tango – the dance of seduction. Walimat Warde – Hamra +961 1 752320

FRIDAYS

Salsa Picante: Hit the dance floor and move to the live sounds of Tabasco. To make sure you know the steps, come early for a free salsa class with Flako! DRM – Hamra +961 1 752201

RNB Night: Best of the best of RNB to shake your booty and enjoy the start of the weekend! Palais by Crystal – Monot +961 3 854455

Moukhadi3oun: The live band will revive your love for oriental music. Walimat Warde – Hamra +961 1 752320

SATURDAYS

Alecco's Night: A full show will have you grooving to English, French and Arabic songs, a Brazilian percussionists, salsa dancers, great singers and VJs. DRM – Hamra +961 1 752201

Rayan Haber featuring Farah: The oriental band will sing your favorite tunes from past to present. Walimat Warde – Hamra +961 1 752320

Midnight Dance Party: The name says it all! It's all about dancing. Just make sure you're not with Cinderella because the party will heat up after midnight! EM Chill – Mar Mikhael +961 1 565313

SUNDAYS

Amy Smack Daddy Live: A blend of Rock, Alternative and Funk, Amy Smack Daddy is a five-piece band that revives your favorite tunes with a unique twist. Zinc – Sodeco +961 3 873333

Mondays are left blank to plan for the rest of the week!

Beirut outdoors

Sunshine, bright colors and fair weather… Spring is here. After rainy days, it's time to get out and catch up on your vitamin D! Just don't miss out on a few key events before unpacking your bathing suits.

Arab Film Festival: Ayam Beirut Al Cinema'iya - Metropolis Empire Sofil - Ashrafieh +961 1 204080
Arabnet Beirut: Registration is required - Hilton Beirut Habtoor Grand Hotel +961 1 751180/1/2
Beirut Unisport Festival: Pentathlon Student Tournament - Université Saint Joseph +961 1 322744
Bikeathon: Bike 4 Peace - Downtown, next to Beirut By Bike – bikathon.me
Beirut Bloom: Contemporary Art Fair - Artheum – Corniche El Naher +961 71 781783
Beirut International Tango Festival: Registration is required AUB – St Georges Yacht Club +961 3 011782
Beirut Art Book Fair: Artheum – Corniche El Naher +961 71 781783
Beirut Boat: International Boat and Super Yacht Show - Port of Beirut Pier l +961 5 959111
Cabriolet Film Festival: Saint Nicolas Stairs – Gemmayze +961 1 322744
Garden Show and Spring Festival: Beirut Hippodrome +961 1 480081