It is that time of the year again where you will be overloaded with a number of events. But since Halloween is still in the air, you may be able to walk in to some spooky parties this weekend as well. Let’s see where you can hang out this weekend and what you could do (possibly at home) or outside, to make your weekend interesting! 

Hangout Spots 

The Shore by O!: One of the most popular beach bars in town, known for their range of cocktails and bites. Situated in Mount Lavinia, the Shore by O! caters to a wide range of food and beverages which makes it stand out from the rest. It is open from 11am to 11pm and is an ideal place for those who want to have a chill-out with friends. 

Excel World: Acknowledged as one of the best recreational centres in Colombo, Excel World is a favourite among youngsters. Equipped with bowling alleys, a gaming arcade, spacious food court, gymnasium and a movie theatre, visitors have an ample amount of activities to engage in and is another recommended option to spice up your weekend. 

Club Silk: An extremely popular up-market lounge club especially for grown-ups with lavish furniture, a smoothly run bar and a state-of-the-art sound system. Located in Maitland Crescent, Club Silk is known for its modern ambience and the tasteful variety of contemporary and retro music. 

Movies 

Doctor Strange 

“Doctor Strange” is a 2016 American superhero film featuring the Marvel Comics character of the same name, produced by Marvel Studios and distributed by Motion Pictures of Walt Disney Studios. It is the fourteenth film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). 

“Doctor Strange” follows the story of the talented neurosurgeon Doctor Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) who meets with a tragic car accident and limits Strange’s use of his hands. Before he met the sorcerer Supreme, Doctor Stephen Strange was an unlikable and egotistical man but everything changes after the car accident. Based in New York City’s Greenwich Village, in order to find a cure, Doctor Strange must act as an intermediary which sends him on a maddening quest for the miracle cure. He must put ego aside and learn the secrets of a hidden world of mysticism and alternate dimensions between the real world and what lies beyond. Utilizing a vast array of metaphysical abilities and artefacts to protect the Marvel cinematic universe he becomes involved in the possibility of helping unite the divided Avengers in Avengers infinity War. 

It will be screened from November 4th at Majestic Cineplex and Empire Cineplex at  10 am / 1 pm / 4 pm / 7 pm / Fri/Sat 10 pm 

Trolls 

From the creators of Shrek comes the most smart, funny, irreverent animated comedy of the year, ‘Trolls’ by DreamWorks. This holiday season, enter a colorful, wondrous world, populated by hilariously unforgettable characters and discover the story of the overly optimistic Trolls, with a constant song on their lips, and the comically pessimistic Bergens, who are only happy when they have trolls in their stomach. 

Featuring original music from Justin Timberlake, and soon-to-be classic mash-up songs from other popular artists, the film stars the voice talents of Anna Kendrick, Russell Brand, James Corden, Kunal Nayyar, Ron Funches, Icona Pop, Gwen Stefani, and many more. 

DreamWorks’ Trolls is a fresh, broad comedy filled with music, heart and hair-raising adventures. Nothing can prepare you for our new Troll world! 

It will be screened from 4th November at Majestic Cineplex and Empire Cineplex at  10 am / 1 pm / 4 pm / 7 pm / Fri/Sat 10 pm 

Weekend Happenings 

Reveal 2016 (November 4 - 6 from 9am to 6pm at the SLECC) 

AOD together with Northumbria University UK presents its graduating class of 2016. At SLECC, you can check out the graduate design showcase as they show their talent in fashion design, visual communication design, motion graphics and animation design and interior design. 

Maelstrom (November 5, 3pm to 11.30pm at Shalika Hall) 

Maelstrom is a rock and heavy metal festival inaugurated in the year 2011. Ever since Maelstrom has been an annual music concert hosted towards the end of the year, attracting over hundreds of both local and foreign music fans. Line-up includes Ruda (Singapore), Coat of Arms (Dubai), Darkest Horizon (Germany), Neurocracy (Sri Lanka), Abyss (Sri Lanka) and Whirlwind (Sri Lanka). 

Tickets are priced at Rs. 2000 and will be available at the gate. 

Alternative Sunday (November 6, 6pm to 11pm at Silk) 

Introducing ‘Colombo land’ and the sounds of Ursula Bastians, Shuaib Jabbar and Joshua Vittachi. 

Ghost Town Halloween (November 5, 7pm to 4am at Excel World) 

PW Entertainment Presents Ghost Town Halloween. For all waiting celebrate Halloween with some good vibes, this would be the place for it. Pw Entertainment will give you the best taste of Halloween with Colombo's most wanted deejays. 

Tickets are priced at Rs. 1500 (gents) and Rs. 1000 (ladies). 

Beach Break (November 5, 5pm to 11.59pm at The Shore by O) 

A whole new experience - a brand-spanking new beach party concept is just on the horizon and is going to hit the shores of Sri Lanka at The Shore on November 5th. Take a break from your routine and join us for some fun on the sand. You and your whole family can experience following and much more. 

Tickets: Gents - Rs. 2000 (redeemable). Ladies walk in free. 

Strong By Zumba Master Class (November 5, 9am to 12pm at Havelock City) 

The class will be hosted by ZIN Thilini Silva, who is the first Sri Lankan to be a certified Strong by Zumba Instructor. 

Tickets are priced at Rs. 500. 

Things To Do At Home This Weekend 

Have An Indoor Picnic: Who said you need to be out of your house to have a picnic? Go out to your garden, set out a picnic blanket and basket of food and eat your dinner as though you were having a picnic. Your kids will love it and activities like these bring you closer together as a family unit. 

Make A Puzzle: You know how you’ve always wanted to make that 1000 piece adult puzzle but you just thought you won’t have the time? Well take this weekend to make some time. Puzzle-making is a calming way to spend time together at home. Hours can be spent finding just the right pieces to add to the puzzle. But it’s all worth it when you finish the puzzle and you see the complete picture! 

Learn To Cook Something New: Yes, I’m talking about that recipe you saw on Tasty on Facebook that you have all the ingredients for! Get the recipe and try your hand at making it – it doesn’t matter if it comes out a little wrong, you can always try again! 

Compiled by Kamanthi Wickramasinghe and Panchali Illankoon