The Best Events And Activities In Mumbai This Weekend

The monsoon has finally come to Mumbai and it’s a delight to soak in the rain after days of living under the blazing sun. Enjoy the breeze at Marine Drive and head to a citizen's walk for a learning experience about the diversity of wildlife off Mumbai’s coast. Those interested in putting the brakes on plastic pollution should check out ReCircle, a clean technology company which has diverted over 100,000 metric tonnes of waste from landfills and oceans.

Revel in Pride Month, watch amazing movies and attend a shayari concert, among others, from our selection of the best things to do in Mumbai this weekend.

Celebrate Pride

The “Satrangi Mela” is back to celebrate love and pride in style. This flea market run by members of the LBGTQIA+ community will have jaw-dropped performances from artists. The event will be a safe space for queer people to meet one another and affirm their identities. Queer allies are welcome to show their support, too. Buy from independent creators and have a ball of a time.

Date: June 16 at 2PM to June 17 at 1AM | Entry is free till 8PM | INR 1000 entry after 8PM

Venue: antiSOCIAL, Plot 242, Mathuradas Mill Compound, SJ Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai 400013

Watch Movies At MIFF

The 18^th Mumbai International Film Festival is back with a bang. Watch a diverse selection of documentaries, animations and shorts from over 34 countries. Visitors can explore more than 30 stalls featuring industry professionals and international film commissioners. Those looking to connect with industry players can network with them at this seven-day gala.

Date: June 15-21

Venue: National Film Development Corporation, 24, Pedder Road, IT Colony, Cumballa Hill, Mumbai 400026

Register here.

Catch A Cannes-Winning Film

Japanese actor Kōji Yakusho won the best actor gong at the 2023 Festival de Cannes for his portrayal of a sanitation worker in director Wim Wenders’ film “Perfect Days.” Yakusho plays Hirayama, a contemplative middle-aged man who lives a life of modesty and serenity, spending his days balancing his job as a dutiful caretaker of Tokyo’s numerous public toilets with a passion for music, literature and photography. A series of unexpected encounters during his regular routine begins to reveal a hidden past. If this snippet has you hooked then head to Harkat Studios to spend a perfect Saturday watching this film.

Date: June 15 | 7:30PM

Venue: Harkat Studios, Bungalow No. 17, JP Road, Aram Nagar Part 2, Machlimar, Versova, Andheri West, Mumbai 400061

Book your tickets here.

Eat Japanese Food At The Club Mumbai

The Club Mumbai—an exclusive space for the city's elite to dine in—has released a new Japanese menu at their Pan-Asian restaurant, Oriental Wok. Curated by Chef Jason James Hudanish, the “‘Japanese Peruvian Nikkei” celebrates a blend of Japanese and Peruvian Nikkei flavours. Patrons will be served an array of authentic Japanese cuisine like dashi miso soup, grilled mushroom bao bun, enoki mushroom tempura and Peruvian-inspired quinoa salad, among other mouthwatering dishes. There’s no better way to follow up on your viewing of “Perfect Days” than by eating at The Club Mumbai.

Date: Lunch is from 12PM-3PM | Dinner is from 7PM-12AM

Venue: The Club Mumbai, 197, Kashibai Mahadev Marg, Shakti Nagar, Shanti Nagar, D.N.Nagar, Andheri West, Mumbai 400053

Enjoy An Evening Of Shayari

The “Spoken Salon: Shabd” will muse on the monsoon season with poetry, music and shayari. Along with maestro Waseem Barelvi, poets and spoken word performers Priya Malik, Nayab Midha and Nidhi Narwal will craft soothing stories to the music of Mehtab Ali Niaz and Gopal Datt. This enchanting evening of Hindustani music and shayari is the perfect way to welcome the rainy season.

Date: June 15 | 8PM

Venue: St. Andrew’s Auditorium, St. Domnic Road, Bandra West, Mumbai 400050

Book your place here.

Bring Children To A Literature Festival

The “StoryVerse Children's Lit Fest” invites kids to explore a vivid world of imagination and colour. Children can participate in interactive storytelling events, craft comic book art, play bookish games and attend workshops. They will be able to meet their favourite authors, browse through unique merchandise, savour delicious snacks and make memories of an unforgettable weekend. The festival is suitable for kids between three and 12 years old but any age group can attend the event. Hindi movie actor Alia Bhatt will make a special appearance on the final day.

Date: June 15 at 4PM | June 16 at 2:30PM

Venue: South Sky, Jio World Drive, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400051

Book your spot here.