NEW YEARS EVE FEASTS AND FIESTAS
Yeah! NYE in Cartagena! Flights have been booked, accommodation arranged. And now.. to plan the party! But this is where things can get confusing.
As a veteran of 9 New Years Eves in Cartagena, including hosting what was unanimously (** ahem, unverified) considered to be the best NYE party of 2015, I feel like I am in a good position to help you all navigate through the best options.
First of all, for the most part there seems to be 2 separate parties. The first, is a more intimate eating party that leads up to the midnight countdown (often featuring grapes) and can be more family friendly, the second starts after midnight and is more club and crazy. There are a few exceptions of places that are good as a 2-4-1 all night eat, drink and be merry caper.. but generally the real party doesn't start until midnight.
Second, things aren't cheap. At all. New Years happens but once a year and you can bet your bottom dollar Cartagena establishments have learned to make the most of it. So.. that said.. Here's our picks (be sure to use us or reference our booking code to make the bookings .. sometimes they give us commissions, price is the same to you, or even cheaper, promise):
As a veteran of 9 New Years Eves in Cartagena, including hosting what was unanimously (** ahem, unverified) considered to be the best NYE party of 2015, I feel like I am in a good position to help you all navigate through the best options.
First of all, for the most part there seems to be 2 separate parties. The first, is a more intimate eating party that leads up to the midnight countdown (often featuring grapes) and can be more family friendly, the second starts after midnight and is more club and crazy. There are a few exceptions of places that are good as a 2-4-1 all night eat, drink and be merry caper.. but generally the real party doesn't start until midnight.
Second, things aren't cheap. At all. New Years happens but once a year and you can bet your bottom dollar Cartagena establishments have learned to make the most of it. So.. that said.. Here's our picks (be sure to use us or reference our booking code to make the bookings .. sometimes they give us commissions, price is the same to you, or even cheaper, promise):
ALQUIMICO
As officially the best bar in Colombia, their NY party is destined to be one of the best options. This year's party has 2 options:
OPTION A: 400,000 pesos/$120USD
Party on the Roof! Includes exclusive access to the rooftop. 2 Welcome Cocktails + Canapes.
Tables of 4 cost 2,000,000 pesos/$500 which is 100% consumible (ie you get a credit for that value to spend on drinks).
OPTION B: 250,000 pesos/$70
Party in the House! Includes access to the two interior floors. 1 welcome cocktail + canapes.
Tables of 4 cost 1,000,000 pesos/$250 whereby you get a credit for that full amount to spend on drinks.
Tickets always sell out fast. Enter here to get yours. www.tickettailor.com/events/alquimico/1008115
PARTY DURATION: 10PM- 4AM
OPTION A: 400,000 pesos/$120USD
Party on the Roof! Includes exclusive access to the rooftop. 2 Welcome Cocktails + Canapes.
Tables of 4 cost 2,000,000 pesos/$500 which is 100% consumible (ie you get a credit for that value to spend on drinks).
OPTION B: 250,000 pesos/$70
Party in the House! Includes access to the two interior floors. 1 welcome cocktail + canapes.
Tables of 4 cost 1,000,000 pesos/$250 whereby you get a credit for that full amount to spend on drinks.
Tickets always sell out fast. Enter here to get yours. www.tickettailor.com/events/alquimico/1008115
PARTY DURATION: 10PM- 4AM
EL BARON
For those who care about quality: first class food and the finest drinks, beautiful location with access to the most scenic plaza where the fireworks will be magical. We love this option!
El Baron is a barlovers bar located at the foot of the truly spectacular San Pedro Claver church. They are consummate professionals when it comes to special occasion events and generally the best ways to imbibe. There will be entertainment, great music and truly magical atmosphere, but this isn't a sweaty dance party or loud club by any means. This is the option for connoisseurs.
If that sounds like you, send us an email or whatsapp and we can book it in for you - places are limited!
[email protected] whatsapp +57 317 333 7959
El Baron is a barlovers bar located at the foot of the truly spectacular San Pedro Claver church. They are consummate professionals when it comes to special occasion events and generally the best ways to imbibe. There will be entertainment, great music and truly magical atmosphere, but this isn't a sweaty dance party or loud club by any means. This is the option for connoisseurs.
If that sounds like you, send us an email or whatsapp and we can book it in for you - places are limited!
[email protected] whatsapp +57 317 333 7959
EL MIRADOR
With a theme of Tropical Glam/Disco Jungle, this is set to be a VIP, no expense spared, all-inclusive blow out bash. If you shell out for these tickets you will be guaranteed what we consider the best views for NYE; on a rooftop smack bang in front of the iconic clock tower and the bay of Cartagena (where the majority of fireworks will be focused.
These are the options:
ROOFTOP (4th floor)
1,500,000 pesos (about $365USD - rate calculated at time of paying)
INCLUDES:
Premium Open Bar
3 Course menu
Party favours and grapes
Themed performance
Live DJs
Claustrum (3rd floor)
1,000,000 pesos (about $245USD - rate calculated at time of paying)
INCLUDES:
Premium Open Bar
Buffet Dinner
Party favours and grapes
Themed performance
Live DJs
So basically the main differences between the two options are: the price, the location ie whether you have access to the rooftop and the best views etc, and the type of food menu ie 3 course meal v buffet.
If you are interested in this option please contact us via email [email protected] or whatsapp +57 317 333 7959 and let us know you are interested in the Mirador option. Guests with access to Venmo or Zelle will be able to pay fee-free.. otherwise payment will be cash or credit card.
These are the options:
ROOFTOP (4th floor)
1,500,000 pesos (about $365USD - rate calculated at time of paying)
INCLUDES:
Premium Open Bar
3 Course menu
Party favours and grapes
Themed performance
Live DJs
Claustrum (3rd floor)
1,000,000 pesos (about $245USD - rate calculated at time of paying)
INCLUDES:
Premium Open Bar
Buffet Dinner
Party favours and grapes
Themed performance
Live DJs
So basically the main differences between the two options are: the price, the location ie whether you have access to the rooftop and the best views etc, and the type of food menu ie 3 course meal v buffet.
If you are interested in this option please contact us via email [email protected] or whatsapp +57 317 333 7959 and let us know you are interested in the Mirador option. Guests with access to Venmo or Zelle will be able to pay fee-free.. otherwise payment will be cash or credit card.
TOWNHOUSE
In a city as beautiful and with weather so damn temperate as Cartagena, rooftop NYE options come out pretty far on top when deciding where to bring in 2024, and the Rooftop Party at Townhouse is set to be New Years done right. That's not cheap talk: these guys host one of the best NYE parties year after year because they are seasoned professional partiers and know what they are looking for in a proper bring in the new year bash.
You can enter from 9pm, there will be really delicious tapas and open bar so you pretty much don't have to think about anything except having a good time, you can see the fireworks in all their glory at midnight, you can take photos in front of their "Bitch, where's my champagne?" neon, you can dance to awesome music, you can make whatever good or bad decisions take your fancy. Party goes through until 3am. The musical selection is, to be expected, always spot on.
Tickets costs $150 USD (630,000 pesos) you can purchase online by visiting this website https://www.townhousecartagena.com/nye/
When it asks for your DISCOUNT code put in CONNECT and you will receive $5 discount.
You can enter from 9pm, there will be really delicious tapas and open bar so you pretty much don't have to think about anything except having a good time, you can see the fireworks in all their glory at midnight, you can take photos in front of their "Bitch, where's my champagne?" neon, you can dance to awesome music, you can make whatever good or bad decisions take your fancy. Party goes through until 3am. The musical selection is, to be expected, always spot on.
Tickets costs $150 USD (630,000 pesos) you can purchase online by visiting this website https://www.townhousecartagena.com/nye/
When it asks for your DISCOUNT code put in CONNECT and you will receive $5 discount.
BARBAROSA
So I never do this but the team from Barbarosa wrote such a perfect description of their destined-to-be-epic NYE bash, I am just going to copy-paste it below. By way of endorsement though, I will say these guys are serial pop-up party throwers, and have successfully pulled off some of the most talked about private parties in previous years not to mention the legendary Wild Brunch parties. This will be a VIP type experience especially for people who really love their house music. And the venue is kind of amazing.. it's like a tropical disco jungle inside a ruined mansion right inside the walled city. Ok.. I'm pasting now::
The hottest NYE party in town is exactly the kind of party you are looking for! Organized by the party animals responsible for last years amazing NYE party with Dj Seth Troxler + the famous Wild Brunch parties … Barbarosa will be THE fiesta to kick up your heels and celebrate into the wee hours where revelry knows no bounds!
With a sick DJ headliner lineup of M.A.N.D.Y, Soul Clap & Rockin Moroccin from Ibiza… Barbarosa will to be the party for those who appreciate the very best of house music and want to dance until the sun comes up! The organizers are pimping out a huge open-air colonial mansion with all the magical ingredients to make a killer party—premium alcohol and Moet champagne served across multiple bars, 3 of the best DJs in the world, and plenty of disco decorations spread across the venue. Indeed, it's party central for those looking for an indulgent, nonstop good time!!
You can choose to upgrade your fiesta experience to the next level with a VIP table which grants you special access to an exclusive section of the party and bottle service around the clock.
Party details:
What’s Included: Open bar all party long, Top DJs, Surprise performances, Champagne rooftop bar where you can see the fireworks!
Who will attend?: A thirsty, good-looking mixed crowd of Colombians and foreigners that like their house music and know how to make the most of an open bar and a killer dance floor.
DJ Lineup: M.A.N.D.Y, Soul Clap & Rockin Moroccin
For tickets there's a website link for credit card payments, and for US party-goers there's also Venmo and Zelle available.
The hottest NYE party in town is exactly the kind of party you are looking for! Organized by the party animals responsible for last years amazing NYE party with Dj Seth Troxler + the famous Wild Brunch parties … Barbarosa will be THE fiesta to kick up your heels and celebrate into the wee hours where revelry knows no bounds!
With a sick DJ headliner lineup of M.A.N.D.Y, Soul Clap & Rockin Moroccin from Ibiza… Barbarosa will to be the party for those who appreciate the very best of house music and want to dance until the sun comes up! The organizers are pimping out a huge open-air colonial mansion with all the magical ingredients to make a killer party—premium alcohol and Moet champagne served across multiple bars, 3 of the best DJs in the world, and plenty of disco decorations spread across the venue. Indeed, it's party central for those looking for an indulgent, nonstop good time!!
You can choose to upgrade your fiesta experience to the next level with a VIP table which grants you special access to an exclusive section of the party and bottle service around the clock.
Party details:
What’s Included: Open bar all party long, Top DJs, Surprise performances, Champagne rooftop bar where you can see the fireworks!
Who will attend?: A thirsty, good-looking mixed crowd of Colombians and foreigners that like their house music and know how to make the most of an open bar and a killer dance floor.
DJ Lineup: M.A.N.D.Y, Soul Clap & Rockin Moroccin
For tickets there's a website link for credit card payments, and for US party-goers there's also Venmo and Zelle available.
BAUM
Well they took their sweet time confirming their party for this year, so apologies if you were holding out and ended up buying tickets to somewhere else.. but BAUM 2023/4 is 100% happening..
If you like electronic music, and you like it on the heavy side, the Baum parties always go off. Nick Warren headlining, and the super popular Hernan Cayetano will ensure a dance-til-daybreak event that will keep you moving. Bookings are through Resident Advisor on this link . Contact us for VIP table options on WhatsApp on +57 317 333 7959
If you like electronic music, and you like it on the heavy side, the Baum parties always go off. Nick Warren headlining, and the super popular Hernan Cayetano will ensure a dance-til-daybreak event that will keep you moving. Bookings are through Resident Advisor on this link . Contact us for VIP table options on WhatsApp on +57 317 333 7959
CELELE
The event for foodies, Celele features a 6 course degustation with drinks pairing, a glass of sparkling prosseco to toast the new year, the traditional grapes for wish-making, live music and DJ and late night fried snacks to avoid hangovers. Celele is the winner of this year's Miele One to Watch award and top of everyone's must-try in Cartagena lists. This evening will be a complete experience with food, service and ambience that will surprise, delight and impress. The price is 594,000 pesos (without drinks) or $669,600 including matched drinks. There are two sittings to choose from 6.30pm or 9.30pm. There will be live music. Pre-payment is required upon booking.
Send your reservation request to whatsapp +57 310 742 0389
Send your reservation request to whatsapp +57 310 742 0389
CAFE LUNATICO
Well.. the flyer kind of says it all.. a delicious 5 course feast with matching drinks (which also caters to vegetarians), live music, a NYE party pack with novelty fun, all put on by our friends at Caffe Lunatico (producers of tasty food always). What the flyer doesn't say, is that this party has permission to close off their street in Getsemani for the more local style of party that Cartagena does better than anywhere. This will be a super good option that will combine delicious food with a local celebration.
Price is 260,000 pp which includes all of the above. Extra drinks available for purchase to keep the party going.
Book your tickets by contacting Miguel on +57 3024336709
Price is 260,000 pp which includes all of the above. Extra drinks available for purchase to keep the party going.
Book your tickets by contacting Miguel on +57 3024336709
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LA MOVIDA
Cartagena's most popular club, La Movida's New Years party is always a lot of fun with a great turn out of well-heeled locals. Expect this party to be very packed but with a great energy. There are 3 tiers of tickets:
General: 400,000 pesos
Access to patio and mainroom
Premium: 800,000 pesos
Access all areas + Food
VIP: Price on request
Access all areas + Private zone + Food
You'll need to pre-purchase tickets. Message or whatsapp +57 317 333 7959
General: 400,000 pesos
Access to patio and mainroom
Premium: 800,000 pesos
Access all areas + Food
VIP: Price on request
Access all areas + Private zone + Food
You'll need to pre-purchase tickets. Message or whatsapp +57 317 333 7959
LA JUGADA
+57 317 333 7959Great Gatsby is a perfect theme for this art deco styled bar and it's also an awesome theme to bring in 2019 with a bit of class. La Jugada is another of the popular clubs in town, it's narrow and high so there's plenty of cute alcoves and tucked away corners, plus a fairly stunning rooftop lookout just made for moonlight smooching come 12.
The options are, admission for 150,000 pesos (includes that glass of sparking for toasting).
The second option is for 4 or more people. Guaranteed table, then pay 300,000 pesos pp (and you can spend 150,000 pesos of that however you want from the menu).
To book your spots message or whatsapp +57 317 333 7959
The options are, admission for 150,000 pesos (includes that glass of sparking for toasting).
The second option is for 4 or more people. Guaranteed table, then pay 300,000 pesos pp (and you can spend 150,000 pesos of that however you want from the menu).
To book your spots message or whatsapp +57 317 333 7959