Ignite The Night: Lebanon’s To Do List March 21st-25th

The weather has cleared up and it seems as though people and places around town are taking advantage of that. The country is busy again with conventions, international artist live performances, new themed nights, and a couple killer events up in the mountains to send off the winter season the right way! Check out the following events and mark your weekly calendars to Ignite The Night with BeirutNightLife.com!

Horeca 2012 Convention at Biel March 20^th-23^rd: Horeca 2012 opened its doors on March 20 and will continue through 23rd from 4 to 9 pm. The convention welcomes professionals from the hospitality industry along with the media. Many competitions and activities are conducted: Hospitality Salon Culinaire, Live Junior Chef Competition, Wine & Beverage lab, Olive Oil Contest, World Culinary Heritage, Syndicate of Lebanese Food industries Forum, International Food Safety Seminar, Required Knowledge for Handling and Exporting Food by the Federation of Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture in Lebanon.

French Night at Metis Wednesday March 21^st: Paris rencontre Rio tous les Mercredis soir pour une savoureuse fusion de musiques du monde. Every Wednesday, Metis will be playing your favorite French melodies.

Live Band Night at Sepia Thursday March 22^nd: Live band night continues every Thursday night at the popular pub on the Gemmayzeh stairs. Come in and enjoy dining and drinking to a live oriental style rockin’ band.

Fashion House at Whisky Mist Thursday March 22^nd: Whisky Mist in collaboration with FTV Fashion Vodka and Radio One present Fashion House Thursdays with DJ Said Mrad.

I Love Thursdays featuring Cirque du Soir at MAD Thursday March 22^nd: On March 22nd MAD will welcome a handful of cirque performers, an MC, drummer and DJs for a full night of epic proportions. London most infamous celebrity nightspot has arrived to Beirut! This is an event not to be missed!

Friday Night Lights at Mybar Friday March 23^rd: Friday Night Lights, Every Friday at MYBAR. In collaboration with NRJ are Re-living the 90’s like you never left. The decade of grunge, R&B and boy bands. When the spice girls were new and you were Green Day fans. Come party with us down the best of Memory Lane, a naughty night of fun and many surprises. Every Friday at MYBAR.

Taste of Gold at Whisky Mist Friday March 23^rd: Head down for the newest Friday in town as we be popping bottles ‘n champagne while bumping ‘n grinding to the latest in Hip Hop & R&B with Resident DJs Sash and Walid…This event is sponsored by Armand de Brignac, rated the number one champagne in the world! Seen and be seen in the trendiest club to hit Beirut! Fridays never sounded so good!

DJ Jam Live at Palais Friday March 23^rd:  DJ Jam, Dr. Dre’s & Snoop Dogg’s official DJ performing live at Palais by Crystal. Hip-Hop lovers this event is for you!

Hurly Burly at B018 Friday March 23^rd: Spend a full evening or show up after hours for a full night with Progressive House master, Lebanon’s very own Fady Ferraye. Fady isn’t always here in Lebanon so I would take advantage of this 5 hour solo set.

Air and Style 2012 Saturday March 24^th: With the Ski Season reaching its last days…SKIING SOCIETY will strike you with the biggest event this Winter ALL DAY LONG on Saturday the 24th of March starting at Refuge Slope-Mzaar Intercontinental Hotel. AIR & STYLE 2012: 10:00 am: BIG AIR COMPETITION: Between Lebanese skiers and snowboarders followed by a Freestyle show featuring the SALOMON International Team brought by Sports Experts. The day will be fueled up by RIKKY’Z bar serving his best cocktails and shots!!

7^th Inter Universities Saturday March 24^th: For the 7th consecutive year Skiing Society and RIKKY’Z will ignite you with this season’s best dancing night ever this Saturdat 24th of March starting 10:00pm at RIKKY’S restaurant/bar at Faqra.

Ski de Nuit at Cedars Saturday March 24^th: With 1 drink $30, Teleski/Telesiege. Accommodation available. Event at Cedars, Bsharri.

Red Bull Music Academy Bass Saturday Camp March 24^th: Red Bull Music Academy Bass Camp: is a collective of musical talent from around the Middle East, where 45 musicians get together for 3 days of music madness culminating in a big concert. Come and watch this incredible collaboration that puts on stage Beirut’s talents.

Eargasm at Metis Saturday March 24^th: “People always ask how I got my nice things. Take my crown to the grave, I’m an underground king”. As a dedication to Drake’s latest hit “Underground Kings”, LiL’t & Dimix will be showcasing an exceptional RnB & Hip Hop Set entitled “Rap n Bitches” with a special Warm-up by DJ Marium. Another perfect event for you Hip-Hop lovers.

Re-Shuffled at Whisky Mist Saturday March 24^th: Whisky Mist in collaboration with Mars On Earth present Re-Shuffled Saturdays…The ultimate clash of decks, glamor & sensations with Playboy Club’s Resident DJ Sophia Lin, FHM Covergirl 2011 spinning the latest electro house music…starting March 24th…. It’s a total makeover! Warm up set: PABLO

Speed Dating at Rococo Sunday March 25^th: Are you Single and ready to mingle? Every Sunday night at Rococo Gastro bar, grab a nametag and get ready to meet singles who are looking for love.

The Garden Brunch at Iris Sunday March 25^th: From 11am to 4pm every Sunday A selection of cold an hot items buffet, with a fresh fruits and vegetables display. A beautiful display and delicious food over at Iris downtown.

Lunch at Indigo on the Roof Le Gray Hotel Sunday March 25^th: Le Gray hosts a wonderful Sunday lunch that is available every week at Indigo on the Roof and is a great opportunity to catch up with family and friends. There is a superb a la carte and set menu to choose from which features creative specials, a delectable paella which is made using our secret Spanish recipe, delicious seafood dishes as well as sushi and sashimi platters. Finish with a sweet treat from the irresistible dessert menu. With stunning views of Beirut, the restaurant’s beautiful rooftop terrace is the perfect place to spend an indulgent afternoon.