Truth be told, you could be anywhere in Metro Manila on New Year’s Eve and it’ll be “lit” in both the figurative and literal sense.
Just take a look at this viral video from New Year’s Eve 2014 to see how crazy people get with their fireworks.
But if just looking at fireworks isn’t lit enough for you, here are some places you can party, get your drink on, and dance the night into 2018. Below, are details on some of this year’s best New Year’s Eve parties in Manila.
Resorts World Manila
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Just across Ninoy Aquino International Airport’s Terminal III, Resorts World Manila will be hosting a countdown with none other than Filipino band Up Dharma Down headlining the show.
And next door at the Marriott Grand Ballroom, another concert countdown will be held featuring Filipino rock star Arnel Pineda; and singers Lani Misalucha, Sam Mangubat, Darren Espanto, and Jon Santos.
For more information on how to get tickets for Up Dharma Down check out their Facebook event page here. If you want to count down with Arnel and Lani, check out their event page here.
Bonifacio Global City
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BGC in partnership with San Miguel is welcoming the new year with “Lit 2018.” The party starts at 5pm at the High Street amphitheater in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.
Headlining the countdown are Hale, Aia de Leon; and Gary, Gab and Kiana Valenciano.
Check out their Facebook page for more information and on how to get tickets.
Eastwood
If you’re in Quezon City, there will be a free New Year’s Eve party at the Eastwood Mall’s open park.
Featured performers include: Gloc-9, Sam Concepcion, 2017 X Factor UK Finalist Alisah Bonaobra, Spongecola, Kiana Valenciano, KZ Tandingan; and Morissette and Karencitta of the viral hit single “Cebuana.”
Show starts at 6pm, with a fireworks display at midnight.
Even details here.
Cove
The recently-opened Cove Manila, which claims to be the biggest indoor beach club in the Philippines, will have Grammy-wining French DJ Cedric Gervais play for their New Year’s Eve party.
The party starts at 10pm. Tickets can be purchased on their website here.
Cove Manila is located at the Okada Hotel in Parañaque City.
Black Market
Now for your first party of 2018, head on over to Black Market in Makati City.
The party doesn’t start until midnight, so this might be a good place to bring the after party if you still have enough energy to drink and dance ’til the sun rises.
Check out their event page for more info.
Have any more parties we should know about? Let us know in the comments or tweet us @coconutsmanila.
Have fun, get lit, but be safe, everyone! Oh, and friendly reminder: don’t drink and drive.
Happy New Year!
