Another weekend is here but the buzz of activities and workshops in Mumbai is just as loud. Whether it’s a cricket game between India and England, an interesting play or the country’s biggest dog carnival, there are plenty of events to keep you busy in the “Maximum City.” If you’re a foodie, consider checking out these new restaurants right away or visit the city’s only Chinese temple for Lunar New Year festivities.
The fifth T20 international between India and England's men's team takes place at the Wankhede Stadium this weekend. Add Wankhede’s legendary vibe to the mix, and we’re talking about a night for the history books. The last time these teams clashed here, it was a six-hitting fiesta with 400+ runs on the board. Every ball, every shot, every roar from the crowd could decide the series. Get tickets from the Insider website.
Date: February 2 | 7PM
Venue: Wankhede Stadium, D Road, Churchgate, Mumbai 400020
Set across four nights of a liminal haze when the sun never fully sets and the night is never dark, “Chandni Raatein” follows the intertwined lives of a man and a woman who meet at the brink of their own darkness. They become each other’s light, offering moments of hope, joy and connection. But as the story unfolds, we realise their narrative is far more complex. Through shifting perspectives, the story reveals layers of love, longing and unexpected twists of fate. Based on the short story “White Nights” by Fyodor Dostoevsky, director Purva Naresh’s vivid adaptation brings fresh energy to the original with music, dance and an Indo-Russian fusion, creating a visually stunning and deeply moving experience. Book your place at the Insider website.
Date: February 1-2 | 4PM | 7:30PM
Venue: Bal Gandharva Rang Mandir, Sheila Gopal Raheja Auditorium, 505, Bandra West, Mumbai 400050
Spend a weekend under the sky as words fill Mumbai's air with love, warmth, authentic human stories and music that tugs at the heartstrings. “Spoken Fest” is an event where raw energy, unfiltered stories and voices that demand to be heard come together in one place. This year’s event features artists like Gulzar, Shankar Mahadevan, Huma Qureshi, Divya Dutta, Gajraj Rao, Suhani Shah, Mansa Jimmy, Ashish Vidyarthi, Nayab Midha, Ankush Bahuguna, Ahilya Bamroo, Nikhil Taneja and many more. Groove to the music of varied genres with Agnee, Raghubir Yadav, Khasi Bloodz, Paresh Pahuja, Sanjeeta Bhattacharya, The Avaahan Project, Wild Wild Women and Snehdeep Kalsi, among others. Get tickets from the Insider website.
Date: February 1-2 | 2PM-10PM
Venue: Jio World Garden, Number 3 and 4, Jio Garden Public Gate, G Block BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400051
“The Classic Sufi Concert” promises an evening where the legendary sitarist Ustad Shujaat Khan will present some unforgettable tunes of Sufi music. The renowned sitarist/vocalist will start the evening with an Indian classical touch followed by his rendition of famous ghazals with a contemporary presentation. Get tickets from the AllEvents website.
Date: February 1 | 7PM
Venue: Tata Theatre, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Road, Nariman Point, Mumbai 400021
Celebrating its 10th edition, this year’s Pet Fed marks a decade of bringing joy and connection to pets and their families. The event holds the title of India’s largest dog carnival, as recognised by the Limca Book of Records. Over the years, it has grown into a massive three-acre festival featuring workshops, entertainment, over 100 stalls, and countless ways to enhance the bond between pets and their families. In association with the ITC Nimyle, expect to see dog and cat play zones, a fashion show, an agility ring, and an adoption camp this year. Get tickets from the Insider website.
Date: February 1-2
Venue: Hall 4, Nesco IT Park, Nenco Compound, NESCO, Goregaon, Mumbai 400063
