It’s the Holi long weekend so it’s time to step back from the daily grind and stimulate your senses and mind with fun activities. Once you’ve had your fill of eating gujiyas and applying coloured powder on your neighbours, check out our weekend guide on the artsy and outdoorsy adventures you can partake in.
The Human Library event is held in different Indian cities where the ‘books’ are real people with unique stories who share their life experiences. Visitors ‘borrow’ individuals to have meaningful conversations and the event seeks to promote understanding, challenge stereotypes and celebrate the diversity of the human experience. The Human Library project encourages people to ask questions, learn from and connect with others.
Date: March 24 | 3:30PM
Venue: Knotty Yard Lounge
Address: F19, First floor, Opposite Jal Vayu Vihar beside the Hiranandani Bus Depot, Powai, Mumbai 400076
Book your ticket here.
Hands in Clay is a pottery experience which encourages self-expression and artistic discovery. Skilled instructors provide expert guidance and foster a supportive environment for beginners and experienced potters alike. This workshop is also a fun way to meet new arrivals in the city as well as long-time residents.
Date: March 24 | Hourly slots from 1PM-5PM
Venue: Knotty Yard Lounge | Nau Se Barah, Navi Mumbai
Address: F19, First Floor, Oppposite Jal Vayu Vihar beside the Hiranandani Bus Depot, Powai, Mumbai 400076
Inorbit Mall, First floor next to Shoppers Stop, Palm Beach Road, Sector 30A, Vashi, Navi Mumbai 400703
Book your place here.
DJs Marshmello and Mariana BO are travelling to India for a series of four concerts during the Holi long weekend in Bengaluru, New Delhi, Mumbai and Pune. The Sunburn Holi Weekend invites revellers to dance to chart-topping tunes under the night, and the experience is poised to generate unforgettable memories.
Date: March 24 | 4PM
Venue: MMRDA Grounds
Address: 3V57+4QH, G Block BKC, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400051
Book your slot here.
Sumaira Sheikh, Jeeya Sethi, Azeem Banatwalla, Sapan Varma, Sahil Shah and Abish Mathew are just some names that will take to the mic with fresh material to get you to laugh out loud. There might be surprise acts on the roster so turn up with a few mates and have an enjoyable night.
Date: March 23 at 9PM | March 24 at 10PM
Venue: The Habitat
Address: First floor, Hotel Unicontinental, 3rd Road, Station, next to Khar, Khar West, Mumbai 400052
Book your ticket here.
The Midnight Cycling Event in Colaba is back. Participants will be introduced to another side of the city that never sleeps and feel the cool breeze on their faces as they pedal from Colaba all the way to the Gateway of India to check out various heritage sites. The event encourages cycling enthusiasts of all levels to attend, whether they are beginners or seasoned riders. Participants who bring their own cycle will pay INR 299 while renting a cycle will cost INR 799 and comes with refreshments.
Date: March 23 | 10:45PM-4AM
Venue: Colaba Market
Book your spot here.
Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama is bringing her Infinity Mirror Room to India for the first time. This immersive work holds the distinction of being one of the largest infinity rooms by Kusama and features a mirror-panelled room with hundreds of LED lights suspended at varying heights from the ceiling. The lights flicker on and off, producing a rhythmic illumination of the space that never remains constant.
Date: March 23 from 11AM-10PM | March 24 from 11AM-8PM
Venue: Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre
Address: Jio World Centre, G Block, Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East, Mumbai 400098
Book your ticket here.
