Wednesday March 10
Finley Quaye
Location: Coral Beach Club
He was supposed to make it to Bahrain in December, but dubiously lost his passport the day of his flight. Now slated to play as a warm up to the massive weekend, Quaye will likely be playing some of his hits from the massive-seller Maverick A Strike. To read an interview with the singer, visit: www.timeoutbahrain.com.
Tickets: contact Likwid Productions on 39 649 590
Thursday March 11
Red Bull Night Race Party
Location: Coral Beach Club
One of the biggest nights in Bahrain, ever, Red Bull Racing will team up with the Red Bull Academy bringing in legendary Detroit DJ Carl Craig. One of the best party venues on the island, replete with a treasured beach, this is where the party weekend will really kick off.
Tickets: contact Likwid Productions on 39 649 590
F1 Cocktails and Tapas
Location: Vertigo Bar & Lounge, Banyan Tree Al Areen
Time and date: March 11-14, 6pm-8pm
Named after the iconic Bangkok bar, Vertigo is not likely to leave you feeling giddy, but it is the best place for cocktails and tapas after a strenuous day as a spectator at the nearby BIC. Great views over the al Areen National Park combined with Spanish music makes this the perfect pit stop.
No tickets required
Friday March 12
Time Out Bahrain/bougi F1 Memoirs Dinner & Dance
Location: L’Hotel, Seef
One of the country’s best loved lifestyle management companies and Bahrain’s best-selling magazine have teamed up with L’Hotel to create this year’s most sought-after invitation. Expect an evening of decadence filled with motorsport nostalgia, fine cuisine and first class music and that extra special bougi touch.
The Big 60
Location: Aqua Fuego
Celebrating Bahrain being the first race of the Grand Prix season, The Big 60 has an entire weekend of decadence planned. Starting with Diamond Night at Aqua Fuego, the night promises diamond encrusted décor, live music, goodies galore from Jaguar and renowned DJ, Martin Taylor.
Tickets: BD10, table BD15, VIP BD20. For reservations call: 39 163 783
Hedkandi with Luke Neville
Location: Coral Beach Club
After a series of hugely successful Hedkandi nights, the club night heads back to Bahrain’s Coral Beach Club for yet another night of hedonism, on this occasion with DJ Luke Neville. A resident DJ of legendary nightclub The Cross for 10 years from opening night alongside Danny Rampling, Luke has been behind the controls for Renaissance, Clockwork Orange, Type, Glitteratti and Serious.
Tickets: contact Likwid Productions on 39 649 590
F1 Opening Party
Location: Cocoon Lounge
Celebrate the start of the F1 with Holland’s legendary DJ and producer, Coll Selini. DJ Selini has played every corner of the Mediterranean and is part of the Playectra Records, producing multiple global club hits with DJ/Producer Franky Sweetz.
Tickets: Ladies night, ladies free
JJ`s Grand Stand Experience
Location: JJ’s
Date: March 12-14
Can’t be bothered to drag yourself to the track? Stumble into JJ’s, which will have a powerful sound system, two large projection screens and 14 plasma screens, all bringing the latest from the BIC. Top it off with a Sunday roast.
Tickets: for table reservations, call Tony 36 987 918 or Mikey 39 532 530
Saturday March 13
Shifting Gears 7 with DJs F.E.X & Mike
Location: Coral Beach Club
The 7th annual “Shifting Gears” Electronic Music Experience returns to the newly opened Karma Lounge at the Coral Beach Club on Saturday March 13 to bring you a night of cutting edge electronic music
Tickets: contact Likwid on 39 649 590
Sean Kingston and Flo Rida
Location: BIC
Abu Dhabi had Beyonce. In repsonse the BIC have organised a concert by Sean Kingston and Flo Rider, two of the new generation of Jamaican-American rappers in the States. The former is best-known for his hit ‘Beautiful Girl’, the latter was nominated for the coveted Hip Hop Artist of the Year award in 2010. The concert is free to all those people who have purchesed tickets for all three days of the Grand Prix Weekend.
Tickets: Call the BIC on 17 450 000
Sunday March 14
The 7th Official FTV Grand Prix After Race Party with Bubble Soul Music feat. DJ Fudge & Danny Marquez
Location: Coral Beach Club
Coral Beach Club will be boasting a massive diamond DJ booth from which DJs Danny Marquez and Fudge from Barcelona will rock the 7th Annual Official FTV Grand Prix After Race Party, a legendary event attended by everyone including local and international VIPs and celebrities, plus a bunch of F1 big wigs and drivers.
Tickets: contact Likwid on 39 649 590
F1 Closing Party
Location: Cocoon Lounge
With Paul Spark, a resident DJ and producer of the Amsterdam night, Floorplay bringing the F1 festivities to a close.
Tickets: Men BD5, ladies free
