Mamu Events

SuperSize Thanksgiving (11-27)

2009-11-12T09:32:00.006-06:00

Click here to purchase $10 pre-sale tix! Offer for a very limited time.

So, buy now!

Mediterrano Live (11-21)

2009-11-07T20:11:00.002-06:00

Harem Scarem (10-30)

2009-10-14T10:41:00.019-05:00

HAREM SCAREM
2nd Annual International-theme Halloween Bash!

Friday, Oct. 30th, 2009 ~ 10p-3a
House of Blues - Back Porch
329 N. Dearborn | Downtown Chicago

TICKET PURCHASE OPTIONS:
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1) Arrive at party b/4 11p & buy $10 tix at box office inside HOB

2) Pre-purchase $10 tix online (good all night; service charges apply)

3) Stop by HOB box office (10a-8p) & buy $10 tix (good all night; no s/c)

21 to enter w/ Gov't-issued ID. Costumes strongly encouraged. Valet parking available.

Feast (10-03)

2009-09-28T11:13:00.002-05:00

FEAST
Sat. Oct. 3rd, 2009 ~10p-3a
Sayat Nova | 157 E. Ohio in Downtown
312-644-9159

**Sayat Nova underwent a significant face-lift a few months back! The venue now boasts a new facade and a new marble-top, LCD-lite bar! Now, you can enjoy a more loungy feel and the added space created by these structural improvements. The sound system was also overhauled to create more base and heightened energy on the dance floor. You'll be impressed with the new-look Sayat Nova!

Music by DJ Sultan
Persian-Arabic-Russian-Latin-Indian-Hip-Hop

$4 Svedka Vodka Cocktails from 10p-12a
Choice of Lemon-Orange-Rasberry-Vanilla-Regular flavors

Everybody FREE from 10p-11p with RSVP to Hamed@MamuEvents.com. Otherwise, $10 all night long!

21 to enter. Chic attire. No gym shoes. Reduced parking at PARK1 garage on St. Clair, between Ohio & Grand. Call Hamed at 773-490-0975 for table reservations or group discounts.

We Back The Bid (09-24)

2009-09-16T11:23:00.009-05:00

We Back The Bid
Fundraiser for Chicago’s bid to host the 2016 Games
~Proceeds benefit Chicago 2016's legacy organization, World Sport Chicago ~

Thursday, Sept. 24th, 2009, 6p-12a
GRIFFIN LOUNGE
326 W. Chicago | Chicago & Orleans
312-475-0724

* Hosted Cocktail Reception, 6p-7p
* Samba Dance Lesson, 8p
* Samba Dance Showcase, 8:30p & 9:30p
* Tribal Middle Eastern Dance Showcase, 9:30p & 10:30p

also featuring:

* DJ Sultan - Mediterranean, Euro
* DJ Aladdin - Hip-Hop, House, Bollywood
* DJ Mwelwa - Latin, Caribbean

$10 donation, 6p-8p || $20 donation, after 8p

21 to enter. Business attire and business cards welcome. Valet parking available.

Fundraising Promotion Partners:

MamuEvents.com, ABCDchicago.com, LatinSocialEvents.com, Tyme Productions, BrasilviaChicago.com (Samba 1 Dance Group), NetipChicago.org, NAAPonline.org, ShabehJomeh.com, SambaInChicago.com (Passistas Dance Group), MikeyOComedy.com, ReadMyHips.com, ChicagoLebaneseClub.org, Bellissima Entertainment, Kodoom.com, Bhangratheque.com, WorldFusionChicago.com, ChicagoDesiScene.com, Soundz of Music, Unieros.com, Desiparty.com, EventMe.com, Desiclub.com, FunkyCouture.net, Anoukin Molhempour (6o8.org), Mwelwa Musambacine (Musambacine.com), Timur Tazhetdinov, Miquel Castro, Aurelien PV (Afrodisiac), Meredith Whitney (WorldMusicFestivalChicago.org), Rafael Soto, Marcus Wolfe & Hamed Hashmy (NGLAC members)

Mediterrano (08-21-09)

2009-08-17T09:53:00.005-05:00

MamuEvents.com invites you to...

Mediterrano
A Global Dance Party

Friday, August 21st, 2009. 9p-2a
COUP D'ETAT
2109 S. Wabash
South Loop in Chicago

DJ Sultan (aka Ped) graces the decks of this brand new hot spot located in Chicago's trendy South Loop. Get ready to dance to your favorite Arabic, Persian, Latin, Russian, Hip-Hop, and Club Anthems all night!

Also featuring sexy Samba Dance Shows by Passistas!

For bottle service, call 312-753-5700. $175 Grey Goose special.

COVER: Ladies FREE from 9p-11p. Otherwise, $10 all night. Be sure to RSVP guest names and emails to Hamed@MamuEvents.com.

21 to enter. Chic attire. Valet parking and street parking available.

MagMahal

2009-08-05T07:29:00.002-05:00

MagMahal
Saturday, Aug. 8th, 2009, 10p-3a
Sayat Nova | 157 E. Ohio

After 7 years, it was time to give this party a nip tuck. So, the venue's facade and the bar were rebuilt! Now, you can enjoy a more loungy feel and the added space created by these structural improvements. The sound system was also overhauled recently to create more base and heightened energy on the dance floor. Finally, the music concept has evolved to reflect the music young people want to hear today which means more House, Hip-Hop, & Club trax and of course, your favorite Bollywood! So, what are you waiting for? Get over to the new MagMahal!

Ladies Free till 12a and Guys $10 till all night with e-mail RSVP to Hamed@ABCDchicago.com

$5 Cosmos & $5 Any Bombs all night long!

DJ Red & DJ Zion spin Hip-Hop, House, Club, & Bollywood.

21 to enter.

THE White Party (07-03)

2009-06-29T10:19:00.010-05:00

Summer in Chicago is short, hot and humid. So, come inaugurate Independence weekend in your koolest white attire - shirts, slacks, jeans, minis, dresses, suits, whatever! No off white, no beige. Heck, if you wear color, you'll pay full price. LOL! No, seriously.

THE White Party
Friday, July 3rd, 10p-4a
Rednofive
440 N. Halsted | Chicago

>>>COME DRESSED IN ALL WHITE ATTIRE!<<<

**SUMMER FASHION SHOW @ Midnight**
clothing and shoe designs by StilettoSquad.com!

DJ Naveen Kumar, DJ Ice, & DJ PM spin Bollywood, Mashups, & Hip-Hop!

Ladies FREE till 12a & Gents $10 till 12a with minimum white top.

$150 bottles of Grey Goose and Belvedere. Max. 4 guests per bottle. Call 312-733-6699 w/ reservations.

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21 to enter. Valet parking. White attire!

Global Grooves Summerfest (06-28)

2009-06-16T10:02:00.015-05:00

MamuEvents, ABCDchicago & EuroCircle present...

GLOBAL GROOVES SUMMERFEST

MamuEvents & ABCDchicago team up with EuroCircle and a host of other global organizations to bring you music and vibes from all 4 corners of the world!

- FREE BBQ (burgers and brats) from 3p to 6p!!
- A host of outdoor visuals lasting into the night
- Blockbuster World Music Lineup

DJ Sultan (Ped) - Persian, Arabic, Russian, Hip-Hop
DJ Aladdin - Bollywood, Bhangra, Chicago House
DJ Mwelwa - Afro, Caribbean, French
DJ John Curley - Euro, House
DJ Greg Bauer - Euro, House
DJ Dean Karamaniolas - Greek, Euro-House
DJ Enrique Tobias - Salsa, Merengue
DJ Comforte & DJ KO - Italo House

==>> Say "Hamed" or "MamuEvents" for $10 cover

21 to enter, ID required. Casual attire is a must!

Countdown to Copenhagen! (06-25-09)

2009-06-08T11:47:00.016-05:00

Recently, I was very honored to be appointed to the Next Generation Leadership Advisory Council of Chicago 2016. The Olympic Committee recognized me for my multicultural marketing efforts over the last 10 years and my potential to rally Olympic support across a range of ethnic communties. It would mean a great deal to me, but more importantly to Chicago that you show your support of the Olympic bid effort. The host city decision will be announced in Copenhagen only 100 days from now.

Do you want the Olympics in Chicago?? If so, please click here to purchase a ticket for the fundraiser @ Bon V on Thursday, June 25th, 6:30p-9:30p! **

At the moment of purchase, please select my name in the drop down menu titled "NGLAC Member" . It will help the Olympic Committee track my fund raising efforts. In case you are wondering, the event is tax deductible. Hope to see you and your friends. ~ Hamed Hashmy.

Celebrity Sunday 2 (05-24-09)

2009-04-29T20:15:00.005-05:00

From the city of Slumdog Millionaire...

Celebrity Sunday II
Sunday, May 24th, 2009 ~10p-4a
MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND
[everybody off the next day]
Sound-Bar
226 W. Ontario
Downtown Chicago

Belvedere is buying your first drinks between 10p and 11:30p!!!

Upper Level
DJ AQEEL - India's #1 Deejay spinning Bollywood, Hindi Remix

Lower Level
DJ GANESH - Direct from Paris, France spinning Indian-Electronic & Bhangra

Pre-Sale Ticket Prices:
(include express entry & hosted reception)

Click here to purchase tix at Sukeha.com!
Click here to purchase tix at Desiclub.com!

Ticket also available at:
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Sayat Nova, 157 E. Ohio (312-644-9159)
Atlantic Video, 2541 W. Devon (773-338-3600)
Al-Mansoor Video, 2600 W. Devon (773-764-7576)

21 to enter. Chic attire. No gym shoes. Valet parking. For event inquiries, call Hamed at 773-490-0975 or Sunny at 312-927-2946. For table service, call 312-787-4480 (max. 4 guests per bottle)

Norouz Pre-Party

2009-03-01T13:42:00.002-06:00

Norouz 2009

Persian New Year Pre-Party!

Friday, March 6th, 9:30p-2a

Flatwater

321 N. Clark Street Downtown Chicago

River Level

Ladies FREE ALL NIGHT and Guys $10 till 11p with password, "Norouz".

DJ Burak spins Persian, Arabic, Turkish, and Euro trax all night!

Show by Claudia and Laya, the Middle Eastern folklore dancers inspired by Cairo, Iraq and Lebanon

21 to enter. Valet parking. Chic attire.

MONDO Mardi Gras 2009

2009-02-15T14:57:00.005-06:00

Hamed of MamuEvents.com invites you to let loose at...

MONDO Mardi Gras 2009
Annual World Music Theme Mardi Gras Celebration!

Friday, Feb. 27th, 9:30p-2a
Flatwater
321 N. Clark Street
River Level

DJ Papi Love returns to Flatwater after a successful debut at our Halloween party to throw down your favorite Salsa, Arabic, Samba, Turkish, Persian, Indian, and House music trax!

Free Beaded Necklaces at the door.
Free Masks to first 50 ladies!
$7 Effen Vodka Cocktails
$175 Effen bottle service all night
Patio open till 12a, weather permitting.

COVER: Ladies $5 till 11p. Otherwise, $10 all night with password, "Mondo" at the door.

21 to enter. Colorful attire suggested. Valet parking available. Call 773-490-0975 for table service/party inquiries.

Gypsy Kings LIVE

2009-02-09T07:49:00.003-06:00

The Gipsy Kings
*** Live In Concert ***

Saturday, February 21 at The Chicago Theatre

The best-selling French band in history, the Gipsy Kings are among the best-known non-English speaking groups in the U.S. (the band’s language is the Gypsy dialect of gitane). Since the 1987 release of the international hit single “Bamboleo,” the Gipsy Kings have sold more than 20 million albums worldwide—more than four million in the United States alone. The band will be traveling to Chicago and performing one-night only at The Chicago Theatre on Saturday, February 21. Showtime is 8:00 pm.

Click here for online tickets!

Reserved tickets are available at The Chicago Theatre Box Office and all Ticketmaster locations. To charge-by-phone call 312-559-1212. To order online visit Ticketmaster.com

Brought to you by Jam Productions and MSG Entertainment.
Promotional support by MamuEvents.com

Mediterrano

2009-01-19T16:08:00.003-06:00

Mediterrano
Friday, Jan. 30th, 9:30p-2a
Flatwater
321 N. Clark Street
River Level | Downtown Chicago

DJ Burak returns to the International DJ circuit with the latest Arabic, Persian, Turkish, Latin, Indian, and House trax! Dance to the hottest global trax alongside a beautiful Chicago River backdrop!

Heated outdoor patio open till Midnight for those wishing to smoke or simply cool off.

For tables or b-day/group packages, call Hamed at 773-490-0975. Tables are limited.

COVER: Ladies FREE and Guys $10 till 11p with RSVP to Hamed@MamuEvents.com

21 to enter. Chic attire. Valet parking available.

Good Kharma (01-16)

2009-01-07T09:53:00.004-06:00

MamuEvents.com & ABCDchicago.com in conjunction with Tyme Productions, DSS Productions, Soundz of Music, & Latin Social Events invite you to...

Good Kharma
Friday, Jan. 16th, 2009 ~ 10p-4a
REDNOFIVE
440 N. Halsted Chicago

Party like you're overseas at this post-holiday feel-good event!

Lower Level - DJ Papi Love (from Flatwater Halloween party) spins Salsa, Turkish, Arabic, Persian, House, & Samba

Upper Level - DJ Aladdin, DJ Naveen Kumar, DJ Ice, & DJ Red spin euphoric Bollywood, Bhangra, Hip-Hop & Club Anthems

Also featuring exotic Go-Go dancers & Belly Dance Show by the lovely, Alexandria!

COVER: Ladies FREE till 12a & Guys $10 till 11p w/ password, "Kharma"!

SPECIALS: $150 Bottles of Grey Goose & Belvedere! Call 312-733-6699 to make a table reservation. Max. 4 guests per bottle and cover is waived.

21 to enter. Chic attire. Valet parking. Street parking.

International NYE in Gold Coast!

2008-12-28T16:06:00.004-06:00

New Year's Eve!
feat. Bollywood, International, & Club Anthems!

Wednesday, Dec. 31st, 8p-2a

SYN (aka Jilly's Too!)

Lower Level
1009 N. Rush St. Chicago, IL

Click here for tickets! [ticket prices going up!]

Located in the heart of Chicago's nightlife district, this Rush Street landmark is one of Chicago's original spots for the rich, famous and flashy. The club boasts two lengthy bars on opposite ends of a large dance floor and 4 VIP sections with plenty of reserved seating. Classic photos featuring members of the Rat Pack adorn the walls. The maroon color scheme, classic lounge furniture, and grand piano tucked away in the corner nurtures an upscale, intimate setting.

Milwaukee's Finest, DJ Sajan and Chicago's Super Producer, Naveen Kumar will spin Club Anthems, Arabic, Bollywood, & Other Int'l Dance trax! Also, featuring LIVE performance by Indian R&B duo, QISSMET!

All tickets include:

- Express entry with pre-purchase

$50 cash bar package includes:

- All of the above mentioned

- Drinks paid for in cash

$95 open bar package includes:

- All of the above mentioned

- 4-hr Premium Open Bar, 9p-1a

$60 VIP Seating Upgrade includes:

- All of the above mentioned
- Purchase of either cash bar or open bar package

- Dedicated server and VIP seating all night (6 guest mininum)

- Champagne Bottle and Bottle of Premium Liquor

Click here for tickets! For party inquiries, call Hamed at 773-490-0975 or Naveen at 847-915-0679 or Bobby at 630-809-5268.

Semi-formal attire please (suits and dresses). 21 to enter. 23+ encouraged. Valet parking.

Buddha Ball Pre-NYE

2008-12-21T13:57:00.006-06:00

MamuEvents.com & ABCDnye.com
invites you to a special RSVP-ONLY EVENT!

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THIS IS A PRIVATE EVENT. RSVP REQUIRED.
E-mail Hamed@MamuEvents.com for entry.
Guest names req'd. Not on the list? No entry.
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B U D D H A B A L L
Chicago's Only International-theme Pre-NYE Gala!

Saturday, December 27th, 10p-3a
DeLaCosta
465 E. Illinois Street Chicago
(& Lake Shore Drive)

The front of the restaurant holds a ceviche bar, a sangria bar, and a regular drink bar that shakes up anything-but-regular libations. The main dining room features copper-topped tables offering a view of dimly-lit puppets dancing in the wall (very Nightmare before Christmas) and an elevated DJ booth. Overlooking the Ogden River, a solarium hosts private cabanas, perfect for lounging and more dancing.

**BIKINI FASHION SHOW*** at Midnight by male and female models! Presented by Bella Productions & Entertainment. Video and Photography by Mark of Cover Chicago!

Eric of Funky Couture spinning Mediterranean, Latin, House, & Dance in the Cabana Lounge. DJ Fin-S and DJ Red spinning Club Anthems, Indian Remix & Hip-Hop in the Main Room

Samba Shows by Passistas Samba Dance Group too!

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THIS IS A PRIVATE EVENT. RSVP REQUIRED.
E-mail Hamed@MamuEvents.com for entry.
Guest names req'd. Not on the list? No entry.
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For bottle service, call the venue at 312-464-1700.
For NYE tickets, go to ABCDNYE.com.

21 to enter with proper ID. 23+ encouraged. Chic attire. Valet and Garage Parking. Cab encouraged.

MagMahal

2008-12-13T14:01:00.002-06:00

MagMahal | Chicago's Longest Running Bhangra Nite
Saturday, Dec. 13th ~ 10p-3a
Sayat Nova | 157 E. Ohio | Downtown Chicago

Music by DSS Productions:
DJ ICE & DJ Zion Spinning best of Bollywood, Hip-Hop, UK Bhangra, & Club Trax

$5 Blue Bomb Shots and $5 Cosmos all night. Seating available on 1st-come, 1st-serve basis. Kitchen open until 10p.

Ladies FREE and Guys $10 till 11pw/ RSVP Hamed@ABCDchicago.com

21 to enter. Reduced parking at PARK1 garage on St. Clair between Ohio and Grand Avenue.

Burlesque L'Amour

2008-12-04T15:25:00.005-06:00

MamuEvents.com presents its 1st-ever Burlesque Show!

Burlesque L'Amour

Friday, Dec. 12th, 9p-2a

VICTOR HOTEL

311 N. Sangamon Chicago

[JUST ADDED!] Free After Party at Rednofive, 1:45a-4a w/ band from Victor Hotel party!

** Special guest, Michelle L'Amour (whose fame rose after her Knight Rider performance on "America's Got Talent") will perform two scintillating Burlesque shows. Check her out at http://www.michellelamour.com/!

DJ Amir will spin the latest Persian, Arabic, Int'l, House, Hip-Hop, & Club trax all night!

COVER: Ladies FREE & Guys $10 till 11p w/ RSVP to Hamed@MamuEvents.com

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21 to enter. Chic attire. Valet parking.

Supersize Thanksgiving

2008-11-27T20:45:00.004-06:00

SUPERSIZE THANKSGIVING 2008
Friday, Nov. 28th, 2008 ~ 9p-4a
CROBAR
1543 N. Kingsbury Chicago

Special guest, NYC's JAY DABHI of Bollywood Mashups fame and Crooklyn Clan fame graces the decks. DJ Andrew Pascale & DJ Gus Karas spin Club Anthems, Hip-Hop, House in the VIP Room.

COVER: Ladies FREE and Guys $10 till 11p with RSVP to Hamed@ABCDchicago.com

BOTTLE SERVICE >> E-mail Brad@ddde.com for reservations; maximum 4 ppl / bottle. CAPACITY CROWD EXPECTED. Early arrival strongly encouraged. 21 to enter. Chic attire. Valet parking.

Indulgence III

2008-11-14T21:47:00.009-06:00

INDULGENCE III

International-theme Thanksgiving Eve Celebration!

Wednesday, Nov. 26th, 2008, 9p-2a
Sayat Nova Lounge
157 E. Ohio | Chicago

featuring DJ Sultan (aka Ped) mixing Persian, Arabic, Indian, Russian, Club Anthems and Hip-Hop all night long!

Also featuring Tribal Belly Dance Show too!

$5 Cosmos all night
$5 J Bombs all night

COVER: $10 till 11p with RSVP to Hamed@MamuEvents.com

Table Service available. Call 773-490-0975 for reservations. 21 to enter w/ proper I.D. Valet & street parking available.

"Harem Scarem" (10-31)

2008-10-16T13:32:00.008-05:00

MamuEvents.com invites you to put on your Scariest or Sexiest outfit and come out for...

H A R E M S C A R E M
Annual International-theme Halloweeen Bash!
Friday, Oct. 31st, 9p-2a
Flatwater 321 N. Clark Street Chicago

World-travelled International Music Deejay, PAPI LOVE will spin a scary mix of Arabic-Samba-Persian-Turkish-Indian-French-Caribbean-House & Hip-Hop! He is a Brazilian-born deejay currently residing in Madison, Wisconsin!

Other Treats:
- Free Candy at the bar all night
- Outdoor Heated Patio open till 12a
- Free Hookah Service outside till 12a
- $250 1st-prize for BEST COSTUME!

COVER: $10 till 11:30p with RSVP to Hamed@MamuEvents.com. Paid cover at Flatwater gets you a FREE AFTER-PARTY @ Rednofive (440 N. Halsted) from 1:45a-4a! Present wristband from Flatwater for free entry into Rednofive!

21 to enter. Costumes strongly encouraged. Valet parking.

Indulgence II (10-10-08)

2008-10-06T07:14:00.005-05:00

You're invited to...
Indulgence II
Friday, Oct. 10th, 9p-2a
Victor Hotel
311 Sangamon Chicago

Front room features the sounds of DJ Sultan (aka Ped) spinning the BEST International mix of Persian, Arabic, Turkish, Indian, Latin, Russian, House & Hip-Hop jams all night. Back room features Super producer, DJ Naveen Kumar spinning the latest Bollywood, Top 40, and Club Anthems all night. Table service available throughout venue.

$200 Sky 90 bottles
$7 Sky cocktails

COVER: Ladies & Gents FREE from 9p-10:30p with RSVP to Hamed@MamuEvents.com

21 to enter. Chic attire. Valet parking.

Feast (10-03)

2008-09-09T08:28:00.005-05:00

Craving an International-theme party? Satisfy your senses at....

Feast
Friday, Oct. 3rd, 9p-2a
Flatwater
310 N. Clark Street Chicago

International crowd pleaser, DJ Burak spins Persian, Arabic, Turkish, Latin, High Energy, and House all nite.

Belly dancer extraordinaire, Alexandria performs at Midnight

Heated Outdoor Patio.
Table service available.

Cover: $10 all night with RSVP to Hamed@MamuEvents.com

21 to enter. Proper ID required. Valet parking available. Chic attire.