According to the Mayans, the world will cease to exist on Friday and, though we’re skeptical, it’s a great excuse to have one hell of a party. So, whether you want to dance your socks off or have a lovely 'last' meal, we’ve tracked down three of the best End of the World events happening on the dreaded 21.12.12 so you can chose the best way to have your 'final' bit of fun...

GO OUT WITH A BANG

Real Nice & E.T.A Present The END OF THE WORLD
These two west London promoters have come together to bring double fun to the supposed end of the world, with a musical line up that will get everybody really dancing like there’s no tomorrow. Amazing Belgian DJ Aeroplane has crossed the channel for the occasion so you should probably get down there too. Mystery London location, tickets £20, residentadvisor.net

GO OUT WITH A GIGGLE

Brian Cox and Robin Ince Present The End of the World
If you just want to go out with a chuckle this could be the event for you. Science pro (and Coast presenter) Brian Cox and stand up comedian Robin Ince will be bringing together some of the finest minds in comedy, science and music for a spectacular show, based on the Mayans apocalyptic predictions. Hammersmith Apollo, tickets £25 to £40, hammersmithapollo.com.

GO OUT WITH A BELLY FULL

The Last Supper Club
Book into the Doomsday Dinner for a final night of culinary decadence. A BBQ of delectable delights will be up for grabs for you to devour in your last moments before the supposed Mayan apocalypse. The Yard, tickets £35, lastsupperclub.co.uk.

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