Taxicabs: Plan Ahead
Finding a taxi after the clubs close on a regular night is an exercise in patience by itself. Calling for a cab after 3 a.m. on a cold New Year's morn in Montreal can be even more exasperating than usual with busy phone lines and long wait times. So on this new year's, save yourself the frostbite and aggravation. Print this list of Montreal taxi companies and bring it with you to your club event on New Year's Eve. Your wait will be that much shorter with all these taxi phone numbers on one page: just call them one by one, ask them how backed up they are and find the quickest ride.
Top 5 New Year's Events in Montreal for 2009
1. Montreal Old Port on New Year's Eve
If the idea of engaging in run-of-the-mill clubbing bores you to tears but you really want to be out and about in the middle of some action and also want to do something a little different, then consider opting for the Old Port this New Year's Eve. Skate at the Bonsecours Basin outdoor skating rink, open till 11:30 p.m. on December 31st and grab a hot cherry beer at the nearby winter bar without even taking your skates off! Fireworks herald the new year at midnight. A mostly outdoor soirée, remember to layer it up and dress warmly!
2. Kiss & Fly
Dance New Year's Eve away in an indoor (emptied) swimming pool with DJs Arsen, Maüs, and Bender. A circus performance, body paint and professional dancers will be on hand. Advance tickets are $45, $60 at the door ($40 after 2 a.m.) and V.I.P tickets go for $100 and give access to the open bar until 3 a.m. Bring a warm blanket or other items to donate to Le Bon Dieu Dans la Rue and get $5 off admission.
3. NYE at Le Salon Daomé
Featuring Nathan Burns, Soundshaper and Seb Fauteux, the snooty-free laid-back dancer-approved loft party feel of Salon Daomé nights rarely disappoint. Champagne will be served at midnight. Regular admission $15, $20 at the door. Space is limited so call (514) 982-7070 for details.
4. Future 2009 Perfect at Parking
With NYC's DJ Escape and Montreal's gender bending Jae Aviance performing and with champagne and surprise gifts on tap, Future Perfect is a gay village must on New Year's Eve. Regular admission $15, $25 at the door.
5. Resolution
So it's not on New Year's Eve, rather on New Year's Day, but it's still worth the mention as it's becoming somewhat of a tradition for Tiesto to drop by Montreal this time of year. Also featuring Adam K and Craig Pettigrew. Regular admission $115 plus taxes and service charge.
