One of Ukraine’s most anticipated holidays is rapidly approaching — the New Year.
Ukrainians traditionally welcome the new year with loud celebrations, dances, fireworks and lots of champagne in the Ukrainian capital. And whether one is looking for a huge party or a nice restaurant to celebrate with a family, Kyiv has it all.
For those who have not yet decided where to ring in 2020, the Kyiv Post has picked out some of the best venues offering great New Year parties in the capital.
Atlas
Kyiv’s Atlas concert hall traditionally arranges a huge New Year party on Dec. 31.
This time, Atlas invites everyone to dance their hearts out to the songs of Ukrainian pop-rock band Antytila (“antibodies” in English). The party will also feature music shows by 10 local DJs and three dance floors.
The celebration at Atlas will start at 10 p.m. Entrance to the fan zone costs Hr 900 (about $38) and the price for table seat starts from Hr 2,000 ($85) and includes some tasty snacks.
There will be no dress code at the party and even people wearing pajamas will be allowed to celebrate at Atlas, the organizers say.
Atlas. 7–41 Sichovykh Striltsiv St. 10 p.m. Ticket to fan zone — Hr 900, table seat — Hr 2,000 – 4,000. Get tickets at www.concert.ua/uk/booking/atlas-new-year-2020/
Closer
Kyiv’s hottest nightclub Closer invites you to meet the New Year dancing to electronic music by local and foreign DJs all night long. The party’s full lineup, however, is yet to be announced.
Like last year, visitors to Closer’s New Year party need not stick to a particular dress code. Everyone is welcome to wear what they want.
According to organizers, the party will start one minute before the New Year, at 11:59 p.m. But those who would like to start the celebration earlier can visit the Savage Food cafe, which is located nearby. There the celebration will start at 11 p.m. Entrance is Hr 2,000 ($85) and includes seven vegetarian dishes and a bottle of sparkling wine for two.
Additionally, those who start the New Year celebration at Savage Food can enter the party at Closer for free after 1 a.m. However, visitors to the party must be over 21.
Closer. 31 Nyzhnoiurkivska St. 11:59 p.m. Ticket price in advance — Hr 600. +38067 658 8951. Get tickets at www.residentadvisor.net/events/1336701
Bursa
The Bursa hotel is another trendy spot that arranges a huge party on the last day of the year. Located in Kyiv’s historic Podil district, the hotel building houses two bars, a cafe, a library, a gallery and a recently-opened cinema.
This year, Bursa welcomes guests to celebrate the New Year in its stylishly-designed halls and is organizing a “gangster-themed” party. All guests are asked to adhere to a dress-code that Bursa calls “business noire” — a style that combines items bright pink jackets, velvet dresses, leather coats and golden necklaces — and be ready to party all night long.
The party will start at 8:20 with a music show by the duo 99 and last until the morning of Jan.1. Its lineup also includes local DJs Sasha Tessio, Hahabibi and Dj Miura.
Apart from that, the organizers promise savory food from the cafe White Noise and a movie screening at the new cinema Kino42. Entry to the party costs Hr 1, 800 (about $77) and includes food until 12 a.m. and a welcome drink.
Bursa. 11 Kostiantynivska St. 8:20 p.m. Ticket with food until 12 a.m. and a welcome drink — Hr 1,800. +38044 537 7007. Get tickets at www.concert.ua/uk/event/bursa-new-year-2020
Peope dance to the music at Atlas concert hall in Kyiv as they celebrate the New Year on Dec. 31, 2019. This year, Atlas arranges another huge party to ring in the New Year 2020. (Atlas\Facebook)
Alchemist Bar
Kyiv’s “dancing queens and kings” can join a New Year celebration dedicated to legendary Swedish pop band ABBA at Alchemist Bar.
The bar is located at Kyiv’s busy Shota Rustaveli Street and welcomes all to start the new year dancing to ABBA’s biggest hits. The party will start at 10 p.m., and the entrance price of Hr 4,000 ($170) includes a table for two and drinks.
Apart from ABBA, the party’s lineup also includes DJs Stacy Miller, Jurgen Shustov and others.
Alchemist Bar. 12 Shota Rustaveli St. 10 p.m. Table for two and drinks — Hr 4,000, entrance after 12 a.m. – Hr 500. Book in advance at +38096 008 7070
11 Mirrors Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
This pricier restaurant is a great choice for those who prefer celebrations with a warm atmosphere, great food and drinks and fun entertainment and live music shows. Additionally, the rooftop restaurant offers an amazing view of the capital.
The celebration here will start at 10 p.m. and feature Ukrainian pop-rock singer Alloise and DJ Vinegreta. A table seat is Hr 7,000-8,500 ($298-363) depending on the hall of the restaurant.
The price includes a six-course meal with various appetizers, salads, main courses, dessert, a glass of sparkling wine and two alcoholic cocktails. Those who plan to celebrate with children under 5 can order a special menu for Hr 1,500 ($64) or get a 50% discount for the restaurant’s New Year menu for children under 12.
11 Mirrors Rooftop Restaurant & Bar. 34A Bohdana Khmelnytskoho St. 10 p.m. Ticket with food and drinks – Hr 6,500 – 8,500. Book in advance +38044 581 0011
Urban Space 500
Kyiv’s Urban Space 500 is holding a “White Tie” party this year, featuring stars of the Ukrainian electronic music scene Vlad Fisun, Sivash and Masha Efy.
Even though the white tie dress code is strict and formal, at Urban Space 500 it is more a “mood to ring in the new year,” the organizers explain.
The celebration will start at 10 p.m., and entrance on Dec. 31 will be Hr 800 (nearly $34). The price does not include food and drinks, which have to be purchased separately. However, Urban Space 500 offers drinks and meals at reasonable prices.
According to the organizers, they will install a new sound system and a stage for the performers so that all the visitors can enjoy the great music and celebrate New Year to the fullest.
Urban Space 500. 9 Borysa Hrinchenka St. 10 p.m. Ticket price in advance – Hr 500, at the entrance – Hr 800. +38063 161 8400. Get tickets at www.concert.ua/uk/event/white-tie-new-year
