Kolkata is known as a hub of culture, art, and crafts. And winter is when the events scene comes alive. From vintage car exhibitions to art and craft pop-ups and famous classical music events, here are the events to head out for this weekend.
Check Out Vintage Cars
Kolkata is known for its vintage car collections and rallies. If you like the elegance of vintage automobiles, don't miss the Classic Drivers Club of Kolkata's event this weekend. They have teamed with The Alipore Museum within Alipore Jail for a vintage and classic car and bike exhibition. You can swoon over 100 vintage and classic cars and bikes on display. Look out for the one-of-a-kind 1913 Stoewer C1.
When: January 14, 11am-4pm
Where: The Alipore Museum, 17, Judges Court Rd, Alipore, Kolkata, 700027
Entry: No passes. Museum tickets at Rs 30
Shop For Handicrafts
Head out to Kolkata Kettle, an annual event showcasing design and innovation in fashion, jewellery, home décor, art, craft and gourmet food. Craftsmen artisans and designers from across the country will showcase their unique products. Watch out for the products by Bibi Russell, celebrated fashion designer and former international model.
When: January 11, 11am to January 12, 8pm
Where: Kolkata Kettle, 27, Ballygunge Park Rd, Ballygunge Park, Kolkata, India
Take In Classical Music
If you enjoy Indian classical music, spend your weekend evenings at the annual Behala Classical Festival. During the four-day festival, renowned Indian classical vocalists and instrumentalists from across the country will perform.
When: January 11, 5 pm to January 14, 10 pm
Where: Door No, 643, Diamond Harbour Rd, Block A, Behala, Kolkata, West Bengal
Eat, Shop, And Jam
Outstanding live music, arts, innovative food, textiles, and handicrafts, find it all under one roof. Launched in 2015, The India Story is a creative arts and design event with food, arts, lifestyle, fashion, and music mixed into a weekend festival.
When: January 12 to 14, 11am onwards
Where: Swabhumi, Narkel Danga Main Road, Kolkata 700054
Listen To South Asia-Inspired House And Techno
Indo Warehouse, a New York City-based record label and experiential series, makes its India premiere, bringing its enthralling sound and authentic breed of South Asian-inspired house and techno to ten locations, including Kolkata. In each city, label heads Kahani and Kunal Merchant will be joined by Indo Warehouse musicians as special guests. Indo Warehouse is one of the fastest growing dance music movements, with sold-out performances in North America and Europe. Their sound incorporates sounds, rhythms, and textures from their South Asian origin in a unique and real way. Check here for tickets.
When: January 14, 1:30 am
Where: Westside Pavillion, next to Nicco Park, HM Block, Sector IV, Bidhannagar, Kolkata
