Weekends.
We look forward to these two magical days where we can be at peace with ourselves, live the life we wish to, sleep till late afternoon, gorge on delicious food and make plans with friends and family. But more often than not, we just end up lazying around at home. Well, there are a bunch of happening events taking place in Delhi NCR over the weekend which are definitely worth trying.
So check these events out and get yourself rolling this weekend!
1. गुफ़्तगू with Piyush Mishra
It’s Piyush Mishra! Isn’t that reason enough to set foot outside and listen to him spread magic through his words. He will be performing at IIT Literati for a session titled गुफ़्तगू. The session starts 7PM onward and in case you’re still lucky, you might be able to catch him perform right now!
Where: Literati, IIT
When: September 23, 7 PM onward
You can check out more info about the event here.
2. The Revised Kama Sutra
Jalabala Vaidya’s hilarious stage adaptation of Robert Crasta’s The Revised Kama Sutra is all about understanding love and sex in modern India. The back-to-back performances of this play are a testimony to its popularity. You don’t want to miss this!
Where: Akshara Theatre
When: September 23 and 24, 7 PM onward
Tickets: Starting ₹ 150
Read more about the event here.
3. Patangbazi (Kite flying) and Hi – Tea
Isn’t it a breathtaking experience to see so many vibrant kites in the sky? Haveli Dharampura organises Patangbazi every weekend accompanied with some high tea and it is impossible not to fall for the beautiful ambiance of the place.
Where: Haveli Dharampura, Delhi 6
When: Every Saturday & Sunday
Tickets: ₹ 1,000 + taxes
You can find more info about the event here.
4. Magical Oktoberfest Weekend
If you love beer, this is the place to be! You can also catch DJ Shadow perform at the beer festival at Bottles and Barrels this Saturday.
Where: Bottles and Barrels
When: September 23 – October 3, Gurgaon
Entry: ₹ 1000
Find more info here.
5. Pokewalk
Are you also a Pokemon fanatic? Well, this is the perfect walk to channelise your undying love for Pokemons and catch ’em all!
Where: The Great India Place, Noida
When: September 25, 11 AM onward
You can find more info here.
6. Delhi International Jazz Festival
Indian Council for Cultural Relations is back with the 6th edition of Delhi International Jazz Festival with performances by artists from both India and US. You should definitely check this out for Carmen París’s concert!
Where: Nehru Park, Chanakyapuri
When: September 24-26, 6:30 PM onward
Entry: Free
More info here.
7. Symmetry: The Creative Playground
Symmetry provides a platform for budding creative people to channelise their skills. Photographers, painters and musicians come together, interact and share their passions with the crowd.
Where: Tabula Beach Cafe, South Delhi
When: September 24, 7 PM onward
Entry: Register through this page.
More info here.
8. Zorba Drum Circle
People from all walks of life come together, play hand drums, click pictures and dance together! So if you are looking to meet some fun people, do stop by Zorba The Buddha.
Where: Zorba The Buddha, Mehrauli-Gurgaon Road
When: September 24, 6 PM onward
Entry: ₹200- ₹500
You can find more info here.
9. Delhi 6 Through A Feminist Lens
Supported by UNESCO, this walk is organised to see the lives of women in the Mughal era and it’s free for all.
Where: The meeting point will be shared when you register.
When: September 24
Entry: Free. Register here.
You can find more info here.
10. Film Screenings at IHC
Films like The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz and The Look of Silence which were screened at Dharamshala International Film Festival last year will be screened here.
Where: Indian Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road
When: September 25, 7 PM onward
Entry: Free
You can find more info here.
11. Satin
Satin is an exhibition of photos by 13 artists exploring gender and sensuality.
Where: Egg Art Studio and Gallery, Barakhamba Road
When: Ongoing till October 17, 11 AM-6:30 PM
Entry: Free
You can find more info here.
12. Under 25 Summit
Inspirational talks by Mallika Dua, musician Aditya Balani and entrepreneur Raghav Verma are awaiting your presence at the day-long festival designed for the youth.
Where: FLYP @ MTV, Connaught Place
When: September 25, 10:30 AM onward
Entry: ₹ 500 – ₹ 750
You can find more info here.
13. Cueless Improv
Add a little humour to your weekend by attending the Cueless Sunday Improv, a gathering of comic sketch artists who draw comical sketches on suggestions of the audience. It is interactive and definitely fun!
Where: Akshara Theatre, Baba Kharak Singh Marg
When: September 24, 8 PM onward
Entry: ₹ 400
You can find more info here.
14. Run For Your Wife
The play, adapted by ‘Behroopiya Entertainers,’ is the story of a Delhi cab driver Parminder Singh Bedi, who has two wives, two lives and a very precise schedule for juggling between them. This play is a great stress buster!
Where: Canvas Laugh Club, Gurgaon
When: September 24-25, 3 PM onward
Entry: ₹ 600
You can find more info here.
