With 2017 coming to an end, one of the very common questions one is asked is about the Christmas and New Year’s eve plans. It gets really hard to contain all the excitement when the thought of partying all night and ringing in the new year comes to the mind. This fun-filled festive season is one of the major reasons why we so eagerly wait for the winters. Before you are perplexed with numerous ideas for Christmas and New Year, we bring to you some of the best options of the tricity for a magical evening. Cheers to the New Year….

CHRISTMAS DINNER- REGENTA ALMEIDA
25th December
Food, drinks and great music are a perfect combination to make any evening a memorable one. Christmas dinner at Regenta Almeida offers you exactly the same. Have a gala time with your beloved and enjoy unlimited lip smacking snacks and the offer of +2 on drinks. The musical ambience is all set to give a romantic evening to the couples.

CHRISTMAS EVE 2017- GOLDEN TULIP
24th & 25th December
Golden Tulip brings you some very thrilling packages so that you spend your Christmas in utter merriment. Enjoy delicious dinner with drinks on 24th December. Spread the Christmas joy with special X-Mas lavish brunch with a glass of wine or a beer. What could be better than a live band playing on both the evenings? It surely promises you a joyous and wonderful evening without burning a hole in your pocket.

CHRISTMAS NIGHT PARTY- BLUE ICE
25th December
Blue Ice is hosting a beautiful Christmas party for you and your friends. With unlimited drinks and snacks, it is the best party destination for young girls and guys. “Vaada kar sohneya” fame, Varinder Vicky performing live is the icing on the cake. Do youngsters ask for more to have a crazy night party?

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2018- THE MAD MONK
31st December
The Mad Monk is organizing a super duper New Year Bash on 31 December. It is by all accounts the one with the best offerings at the best expenses offering you unlimited scrumptious food & drinks, exciting party games, belly dances, various celebrities, beer pong challenges and 5 DJs. It is already giving the flashes of a phenomenal evening.

NEW YEAR’S EVE- REGENTA ALMEIDA
31st December
Regenta Almeida has created a New Year’s Eve package that brings the most convenient and exciting celebration for you. The package includes live dhol, tambola night, DJ night, unlimited drinks & snacks, gala dinner and red carpet photography ensuring the most happening party. The packages surely promise an entertaining and luxurious experience beyond your expectations including overnight accommodation in the premium room.

NEW YEAR EXTRAVAGANZA 2018- GOLDEN TULIP
31st December
The packages Golden Tulip has for the New Year’s eve are tempting and definitely worth every penny spent. Spend the last day of 2017 living your life to the fullest. They have package for stay of 2 nights & 3 days which includes buffet dinner and buffet breakfast. Other packages include live western band, multi-cuisine buffet dinner and unlimited drinks & DJ. You can choose the ones which best adheres to your kind of a new year celebration.

NEW YEAR 2018 EVENING- BUSHMAN STAY
31st December
The Bushman Stay features blasting DJ, unlimited drinks and starters, lavish buffet dinner, barbeque & bonfire for the New Year’s eve. With limited attendees, it will prove to be a best option for those who wish to stay away from the rush.
With almost all the upcoming entertainment events so irresistible, choose the one which caught your fancy and get your tickets booked soon at CityWoofer.

The first edition of TEDx Chandigarh, held in 2017, brought to the fore several creative masterminds, artists, scientists, pioneers, change makers and highly acclaimed visionaries who enlightened the audience with their awe-inspiring and stimulating thoughts. The esteemed personalities came from India as well as abroad to share their novel ideas which incited the listeners to delve deeper into the topics with discussions and motivated them to explore the best of their potential. Likewise, in its 2nd edition, TEDx Chandigarh is up for presenting some extremely notable people from various fields on a single stage. For its pre-event, which is scheduled on 29th December, achievers of high repute- Tanmay Bakshi and Harjit Singh will amaze the audience with their “ideas worth spreading” which is the spirit of TED’s mission.

Tanmay Bakshi is a 14 year old genius of Indian origin, currently living in Canada. He has been magnetic towards achievements owing to his extraordinary intelligence. Tanmay is an Artificial Intelligence/Cognitive Developer, Algorithmist, Honorary IBM Cloud Advisor, IBM Champion for Cloud, YouTuber, Author and Keynote TEDxCincinnati Speaker. He is one of the youngest app developers of the world as he started programming when he was merely five years old. He has created numerous iOS apps like tGuess, tID Vault, “I Can, We Can!” his first being the iOS app, tTables, which was accepted when he was just nine.

He is immensely passionate about imparting the knowledge he has with the beginners to help them create their own solutions. This young brainiac is all set to share his invaluable thoughts at the TEDx Chandigarh pre-event and acquaint the audience with his intellect.
The life journey of the 2nd speaker is no less than an inspiration and an apt example of the saying “Great things come from hard work and perseverance.” Harjit started working when he was 15. He cleaned schools in the summer, worked at construction sites on the weekends, pumped gas, sold sneakers in foot lockers even before he was 18. But he displayed his entrepreneurial dexterity while he was a sophomore in college by starting and handling his family’s gas station and convenience store business in Loveland, Colorado.

Currently, Harjit Singh is the Co-Founder of Xurge Capital Partners, LLC and the Managing Director responsible for Company’s business in North America and Asia with a particular focus on cross-border Indian opportunities. He has worked in some of the biggest firms of the world including Morgan Stanley, DTCC, Oppenheimer and Co, and Syzygy Therapeutics where he gained an experience of over seven years in investment banking, private equity/venture capital and trade finance.

Recently, Harjit ran a Wall Street Branch for Soleil Capitale Group/Surya Capitale Securities and had a significant role in building their highly successful trade finance operations. He has worked with companies in the transportation, insurance, staffing, media & entertainment and biotechnology industries across the world.

The TEDx stage brings to you true stories based on real life experiences, giving you so much to learn and gain new perspectives about life which may help you achieve what might seem unattainable initially. The experience, indeed, leaves you remarkably stirred to bring a change and in awe of the insightful ideas of the speakers.

Chandigarh has always had a healthy and thriving jogging culture among its people. If you wake up early in the morning and walk to the nearest garden, you’re sure to find men, women, and children of all shapes and sizes and age groups out and about their daily morning exercise regimes. Be it walking, jogging, sprinting, or just body exercises, the gardens are alive with fresh, energetic activity all the way to noon. Come evening, the vigorous and lively spirit of the city picks up again around these hubs of outdoor activity. If you’re a jogger and you’re fond of exploring the gardens and streets of Chandigarh, then here are some advantages of jogging in the city that you will definitely agree with.

It’s a beautifully green city:
That’s right. That’s the very first thing that any of us – whether native to Chandigarh or not – experience on our very first run in the city. The greenery is never ending and the verdant shades of the vegetation around constantly changes, presenting us a whole palette of colours to admire while jogging. Flowers in full bloom are an additional perk during spring and summer.

The friendly neighbourhood Spiderman:
Well, maybe the Spider Man doesn’t exist. But the friendly neighbourhood certainly does! Fellow walkers and joggers will always pass with a welcoming nod, and the odd one here and there will sometimes stop to admire you or to motivate you. The vibe of other runners and joggers is great on any given day, making jogging all the more fun amidst all that greenery and colour.

Mountains are a stone’s throw away:
Well, not literally. But that’s the charming thing about it! If you need a flat surface to jog on, obviously there’s no dearth of long straight roads and running tracks in Chandigarh. But those looking for the one-off experience of trail running don’t have to go very far either. From the surrounding hills to even the forest reserve behind Sukhna Lake, an offbeat muddy track is always available if you want the uphill – downhill endurance push.

Public toilets ‘round every corner:
Remember when you were a kid in school and to excuse yourself for the loo you would walk up to the teacher and say, “Ma’am, may I go to the corner?” Well, this one can be taken literally. Thanks to the Chandigarh government’s dedicated service to its people, there are multiple public urinals and cleaning facilities available in every sector. All you have to do is be on the lookout, or better still, just ask a passerby.

Bright and sunny with a dash of clouds:
The weather on a given day can heavily influence your daily jog. Luckily though, the gods above Chandigarh seem to be plenty pleased with the city. Be it summer, winter, spring, or autumn, the morning and evening skies draw the old and young out of their homes on a daily basis. Though summers can get plenty hot and monsoon can get pretty humid, for most of the year the weather remains pleasant in Chandigarh, ideal for a regular jogger.

Pit-stops! Pit-stops everywhere:
And certainly enough to drink. A big glass of cold refreshment after a long jog – such delight! From fresh juices to bottles of water to warm chai, it’s all available in pretty much every market of every sector across the city. Heck, it need not even be after a long jog. You could simply be taking a break and can go right back to your athletic workout after a refreshing glass of your preferred beverage. Remember to carry your wallet though!

There’s something in the air:
It’s true, isn’t it? The air seems to be forever fresh and clean, especially inside parks and gardens. Though it is also true that with increase in population there is rapid increase in air pollution. And yet, those who want to seek will always find little spots that contain the fresh smell of wet earth, of mowed grass, of fragrant flowers and of ripe fruits. The pleasure of breathing in all this healthy air at the thump of every step is an experience not found in most big cities across this country.

Earlier this year, Chandigarh was adjudged the city with the most number of runners in India by a famous sportswear company. We’ve always been a city of healthy citizens who step out for their daily walk, morning and evening. And the wide variety of gardens sprawling all over the city beautiful are further testimony to that. In the last few years, however, there seems to have been a sudden burst of fitness enthusiasts. The lazy lot are stepping out of their comfort zone and giving rise to a new running community in the Tricity. Here’s a look at some of the established running groups that are spearheading the athletic revolution on our homeland.

Chandigarh Runners
In September 2014, a handful of Chandigarhians came together with the aim of turning Chandigarh into the running capital of India by promoting a healthy, fitness-centric lifestyle. Thus was formed the first and oldest of running groups in the tricity, i.e. the Chandigarh Runners. As of today, the group has an active following of 800 fitness enthusiasts and claims to be the largest running group in the tricity. Members meet every Sunday morning for a weekly run. Each session is conducted at a new location, usually on hills and trails on the outskirts of the city. Additionally, special occasions round the year, such as Independence Day, Diwali, et al, witness the group coming together to celebrate said occasion in a healthy way. Chandigarh Runners has been actively conducting large-scale sponsored running events such as Night Runs, Reebok Sunday Runs, etc, that sees active participation of running lovers in the city. To get in touch with them, you can visit their Facebook page fb.com/chandigarhrunners01/

Chandigarh Distance Runners
Chandigarh Distance Runners, or CDR, was formed in mid-2016, with a group of about 8-10 members, with the sole aim to pass along and benefit from information regarding healthy running. Over time this group has gathered momentum and today claims to be one of the largest running groups in the tricity. With its members participating in half marathons, full marathons, and even ultra marathons, the Chandigarh Distance Runners have surely had a role to play in the overall rise of the athletic community in the Tricity. Apart from short distance running sessions, they also hold long distance running sessions every Sunday. Additionally, an intense training and endurance workout session is conducted once a week. The sole motive of this non profitable group is to promote fitness and a healthy lifestyle within all spheres of life. You can get in touch with them via their Facebook page fb.com/ChandigarhDistanceRunners01.

Weekend Runners
The Weekend Runners is a platform that believes in the power of small motivational runs that eventually contribute to a person’s long term fitness journey. In October 2016, Gangandeep, a fellow Chandigarhian, took to running on a regular basis so as to keep his health in check. By February 2017, the Weekend Runners had taken birth. Today the group boasts of approximately 20-30 active participants as part of their weekly runs, while special events receive an attendance of at least 45-50 running enthusiasts. The group gathers at a chosen spot every Wednesday and Sunday morning at 5:30am, from where the respective members can push for a 5km, 10km, or 21km run, as per their individual capabilities. Additionally, each member is expected to post their daily workout updates on the WhatsApp group in order to retain their membership. The membership itself is free of cost and open to anyone willing to be part of the initiative. To get in touch, visit their Facebook page fb.com/weekendrunnerschandigarh/

The Run Club
The Run Club was officially born in January 2016 but had been casually operating amongst the founder group of friends since July 2015. Today the group is a healthy 60 to 70 members strong and is all about spreading the joy of running in the city, while also emphasising on the need to create friends and build camaraderie within the running community. They actively hold running sessions four times a week, with the added option of evening runs for those who can’t make it to morning sessions. The choice of track differs per session, though limited to roads that remain relatively light in traffic, such as the Rose Garden Road or the Lake Road. Short treks are also organised once a week at the outskirts of the city. Additionally, the club occasionally holds charity runs, the proceeds of which go towards sponsoring a sports person who lacks the financial support or opportunities necessary to pursue their discipline. To get in touch, reach them at fb.com/runclub.trc/

What – Krackerjack Karnival
When – December 16th and 17th | 10:00am
Where – Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium
How to get there – JLN Metro Station, Violet Line

‘Tis the season of merry making and that of  togetherness. The holidays are right upon us and to make this season a little bit brighter for our little ones we have a wonderful festival coming up – The Krackerjack Karnival.
The splendid two day affair is India’s only event solely dedicated to children. The Krackerjack Karnival is packed to the brim with interactive sessions, magic shows, puppetry, rides, art and craft for our little genius friends.
The festival is primarily an edutainment event that aims at making a path of learning as fun filled as it can be.
From more than 110 exhibitors providing the latest of products and services that encompass the entire needs and wants of families to the various stellar performances carried out on the Krackerjack stage area, the event will be a breathtaking affair all through.
The event will also be hosting a number of world class brands like Disney and Hungama. The show consists of three main focus areas – the first is the exhibition space that showcases the latest and most innovative products and services, ranging from maternity needs to the newest publications and infotainment media for children and families. Secondly, a workshop arena, where kids are encouraged to participate in engaging and educational activities held throughout the day. The third is the spellbinding stage area with an amazing line-up of performances.
Krackerjack Karnival is the fun full stop for all your family’s perfect day out. The kids are going to love the colorful atmosphere and the parents are going to love seeing their little ones smiling faces!
Tickets – 250 per head | Get Them on BookMyShow