Top Things To Do In Delhi This Weekend

Sign up for a workshop on art techniques involving space and colour, attend a festival celebrating food and music, enjoy a mehfil with the KM Sufi Ensemble, or join an immersive walking tour by the St+art team to explore murals
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There's a lot happening in Delhi this weekend! You can choose from a variety of activities, including a workshop where you'll learn how artists manipulate space to create depth and use colour to evoke emotion through guided discussions and engaging hands-on activities. You can attend a festival celebrating food, music, and culture, or enjoy a mehfil featuring the renowned KM Sufi Ensemble from AR Rahman's School of Music. Or how about an immersive walking tour led by a member of the St+art team to discover murals and explore how public spaces can be utilised.

Experience The Magic Of Food And Entertainment

What To Do This Weekend In Delhi
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Kickstart the new year with a celebration of food, music, and culture as RuPay Zomaland Season 5 lands in Delhi. Over the years, this event has become a hub for food enthusiasts and entertainment seekers, drawing crowds from across the country to indulge in an unparalleled experience. Zomaland promises an even more exciting format this year, featuring curated tastings from over 40 restaurants, including Daryaganj, Miam, and Good Flippin. Food lovers can also attend exclusive masterclasses led by international culinary maestros Nakul and Arjun Mahendro, co-owners of Los Angeles' famed modern Indian restaurant, Badmaash. Adding to the magic, the festival will feature two vibrant stages offering a perfect blend of music, comedy, and culture. The main stage lineup includes performances by Raftaar, Kr$na, Panjabi MC, and Talwiinder, and comedy acts by Ravi Gupta and Aashish Solanki. For those seeking an immersive experience, the "Magic of Sharing Zone" promises high-energy beats paired with live culinary demonstrations, delivering an unforgettable mix of sound and taste.

When: June 18-19

Where: NSIC, Okhla Phase 3 Rd, near Metro Station, NSIC Estate, Okhla Phase III, Govindpuri, New Delhi, Delhi 110020

Art Of The Matter

If you are interested in art but aren’t sure where to start, this workshop is perfect for you. In this family-friendly session, you'll explore the relationship between space and colour—two essential elements that bring artistic creations to life. You will learn how artists manipulate space to create depth and use colour to evoke emotion through guided discussions and engaging hands-on activities.

When: January 18, 11am - 1pm

Where: Kiran Nadar Museum of Art, Saket

An Evening Of Qawwali

Immerse yourself in the soulful melodies of qawwali, where poetry expresses love and longing, accompanied by rhythmic claps that transport you to another world. Head out for a mehfil featuring the renowned KM Sufi Ensemble from AR Rahman's School of Music. This event celebrates the beauty of Delhi's winters, its rich heritage, and the timeless allure of qawwali.

When: January 19, 8pm

Where: The Piano Man, Eldeco Centre, Hauz Rani, Malviya Nagar, New Delhi, Delhi 110017, India

A Walk Around At An Art District

What To Do This Weekend In Delhi
Check out Lodhi Art District on a guided walkShutterstock

Explore the Lodhi Art District, an open-air museum created by the St+art India Foundation. This pedestrian-friendly neighborhood features over 65 murals by both renowned local and international artists. The area showcases the potential to reimagine public spaces, reconnecting us with our city, its history, and the many narratives that bring it to life. Sign up for an immersive walking tour led by a member of the St+art team to discover the murals, explore how public spaces can be utilised, and participate in this cultural transformation.

When: January 18, 11am

Where: India Habitat Centre, Gate 3, Lodhi Road Near Airforce Bal Bharati School, Lodhi Rd, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi, Delhi 110003

Pay Tribute To India's Iconic Female Vocalists

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This weekend, on January 19, 2025, experience "Remembering the Divas", a tribute to legendary female vocalists curated by the renowned Kaushiki Chakraborty. Hosted as part of the Citi NCPA Aadi Anant Festival at Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre, New Delhi, this performance celebrates the impact of these iconic voices on India's classical music heritage. Kaushiki will share insights into her inspiration, while Dr Suvarnalata Rao, Head of Indian Music at NCPA, will discuss their historical significance and the evolving role of female artists. Don't miss this celebration of music, mentorship, and legacy.

When: January 19

Where: Bharat Mandapam Convention Centre, Pragati Maidan

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