Popular nightspot Helipad making its closing next week

This news may come as a shock to fellow clubbers, but popular nightspot Helipad is bound to make its grand closing next week. Saturday, 17th November, will be the last night fellow party people can get to party with all staffs and DJs of Helipad alike.

"I have been coming here very frequently because I like the way the resident DJ of Helipad, DJ Ohan drives the crowd wild every night," said Mr Macus Khoo, 21, a student from Singapore Management University.

Situated in Clarke Quay Central, this rooftop bar, which has been operating for four years now, has been a favorite nightspot for youngsters. Every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday night, it is not uncommon to see groups of clubbers gathering on the roof of The Central, waiting to party their night away.

According to the official website of Helipad, the nightclub will not be renewing its lease at The Central as attempts to obtain a new license by the management has been unsuccessful.

"For a while now, we have been trying to obtain a license to continue operating the rooftop bar but it has been unsuccessful," reads the company's notice.
"We are looking to move to a new location with a fresh concept where we can better serve you."

"I'm definitely going to miss this place when it's gone. Even though I've only started visiting Helipad this year, I really like the atmosphere it provides. There have been fond memories partying with my friends at this little clubbing heartland right smacked in Clarke Quay," said Mr Ng Bing Jun, a student waiting for enlistment.

The popular nightspot basically consists of two different levels, the lower level is more or less a club setting while the upper level is more for chilling in the ambience and admiring the panoramic night view of Clarke Quay and the Singapore River while having a few drinks with friends. It is ranked among the top ten rooftop bars in Singapore, according to online statistics.

Miss Fanny Lee, an accountant who frequently patronize the rooftop bar, said, "Every Friday after work, Helipad would be my favorite hang-out spot for a couple of drinks with my colleagues. I wonder why the management is unable to renew their lease."

When asked what about Helipad that attracts her the most, Miss Fanny Lee replied, "Definitely indulging in the breathtaking views of the bustling Clarke Quay nightlife while doubling up with my favorite cocktails."

Next Saturday, clubbers get to party their night away with the resident DJ of Helipad, DJ Ohan, for the last time in four years. Clubbers will be looking forward to what the management offers then.

                                        

Photos taken from the official website of Helipad