Top Events In Bangalore In February (And Beyond) That You Must Attend

Michael Learns to Rock (MLTR), the Danish soft rock/pop band from the late 80’s, is coming to India for a three-city tour with a stopover at Bengaluru. MLTR is known for its timeless romantic ballads and signature melodic sound. This is for all you millennials (including elder ones) to enjoy the iconic hits such as 25 Minutes, Take Me to Your Heart, and Sleeping Child.

When: Thursday, 19 February, from 6 PM onwards

Where: Phoenix Marketcity, Mahadevapura

Price: INR 2,999 upwards per person

The Sixth Sense, India’s first and largest multidisciplinary immersive festival, is hosting a curated music programming that unfolds over select weekends, designed for deep listening and spatial engagement. From experimental electronic compositions to boundary-pushing live performances, the artists exist in dialogue with art, technology, and space. The artist lineup for February has Batavia Collective, Vieux Farka Touré & Niladri Kumaar, and Max Cooper.

When: Saturday, 21 February from 8 PM to 10 PM

Where: Alembic City, Whitefield

Price: INR 2,499 upwards per person

Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru is hosting Enter the Wild, a pet-friendly, immersive experiential event curated in association with Animal Planet. The mall will be transformed with a wildlife-themed backdrop inspired by Animal Planet, featuring visuals representing diverse ecosystems such as jungles, deserts, icy terrains, and rivers. The key engagement highlights include bite-sized, engaging insights into animal behaviour and survival tactics, Camel Survival Station, Jump Like a Kangaroo (a sack-race challenge inspired by powerful kangaroo jumps), Penguin Waddle Challenge, and Hippo Feeding Game. There will also be photo and video zones, including a 360-degree camera video zone and a special “Date With Your Pet” photo booth, where families and children can pose with their pets against themed backdrops—making it a truly pet-inclusive celebration.

When: February 21 and 22, all day

Where: Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru, Bhartiya City

Price: Free entry

The popular theatre in JP Nagar hosts a variety of plays throughout the year. You can enjoy a diverse range of productions in Kannada, other regional languages, and English. The annual Ranga Shankara theatre festival is unmissable.

When: All days except Mondays

Where: Ranga Shankara, JP Nagar

Entry: INR 150 upwards per person

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legend Def Leppard is coming to Indian for a three-city tour with Bengaluru being one of the cities. The English rock band from Sheffield, consisting of Rick Savage, Joe Elliott, Rick Allen, Phil Collen, and Vivian Campbell, is guaranteed to bring their iconic sound to India, delivering a night of anthems that have defined generations. With over 110 million albums sold worldwide and timeless hits such as Let It Go, Mirror, Mirror (Look Into My Eyes), Foolin’, Blood Runs Cold, Rock of Ages, Photograph, and Pour Some Sugar On Me, expect some or most of these to be part of the rocking setlist.

When: Sunday, 29 March, from 5 PM onwards

Where: NICE Grounds, Madavara

Price: INR 5,000 upwards per person

Calvin Harris is coming to India for the first time, and he’s coming to Namma Ooru. As one of the stalwarts of dance music, Calvin’s soundtracks are what we have grown up with. From chart-dominating global anthems to festival-defining drops, here’s your chance to groove to everything from Summer, Feels, One Kiss, and Ocean.

When: Friday, 17 April 2026, from 4 PM onwards

Where: NICE Grounds, Madavara

Price: INR 3,500 upwards per person

Moxy Bengaluru Airport, Prestige Tech Cloud, and Sunset Cinema Club are hosting an open-air movie screening at the Layover Pool Bar. Relive the magic of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara in the open-air experience featuring high-quality LED wall screens. Guests can select from a variety of comfortable arrangements, including armrest chairs for a relaxed viewing, mattress seating for couples to snuggle up, plush sofas for a luxurious experience, or bean bags for a casual, laid-back vibe.

When: Friday, 27 February, from 7 PM to 10 PM

Where: Moxy Bengaluru Airport, Prestige Tech Cloud, Navarathna Agrahara

Price: INR 2,999 per person. Reservation required

Shangri-La Bengaluru is hosting an exclusive culinary pop-up by Chef Tetsuya Hattori at Yataii. Rooted in the traditions of washoku, Chef Hattori’s philosophy celebrates seasonality, craftsmanship, and ingredient integrity. The specially curated menu features dishes such as Avocado & Tofu Salad, Prawn Tempura, Japanese-Style Soup Curry, Tantan Udon, Eggplant with Miso Sauce, Grilled Mushrooms with Leek Butter, Surmai Miso Stew, Chicken Nanban, and Lamb Chops Confit with Japanese-Style Steak Sauce. End your meal with desserts such as Dorayaki with Matcha Cream & Strawberries, Warabi Mochi, and a delicate Flan with Fruit & Whipped Cream.

When: February 25 to 28, from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM and Sunday, 1 March, from 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Where: Shangri-La Bengaluru, Vasanth Nagar

Price: INR 3,200 per person for brunch

Acclaimed Hyderabadi restaurant Tuya, led by the celebrated Chef Suresh DC, is coming to the city for the first time for a limited-edition takeover at Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield. This experience will be at Whitefield Bar & Grill (WBG), where guests can enjoy Tuya’s distinctive approach to South Indian cuisine. Tuya’s menu is complemented by a bespoke selection of craft cocktails and one of Bengaluru’s largest collections of gin at WBG. Expect to be delighted by dishes such as Avocado Sarva Pindi, Miriyalu Mutton Meatballs, Bangalore Mutton Biryani, and Coconut Sorbet with Jasmine Granita. Also, on the last day, the takeover moves to Alto Vino, where the experience is elevated with a curated pairing of Paul John Whiskies.

When: February 24 to 27, from 6 PM to 11:30 PM

Where: Whitefield Bar & Grill and Alto Vino, Bengaluru Marriott Hotel Whitefield, Whitefield

Price: Reservation required

The Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) has ongoing exhibitions and permanent exhibits all through the year. It's spread over 44,000 square feet and several floors. Artwork aside, there's an auditorium, an art and research library, an education centre, a specialised research and conservation facility, and a terrace cafe too. And they also regularly hold events that range from collage printing to poster making. You can check their website for their weekly schedule.

When: All days except Mondays

Where: Museum of Art & Photography, Ashok Nagar

Entry:  Free entry except for exhibitions, and free entry for all exhibitions on Tuesdays from 2 to 6:30 PM

Inspired by Kerala’s iconic toddy shops, Coracle at BIC Cafe is hosting the Not Quite Toddy pop-up. Chef Tresa, the chef-founder at Coracle, is doing this as a joyful nod to the beloved kallu shaap (toddy shop in Kerala) experience. For the pop-up, there will be a house-made, toddy-inspired drink and on the menu expect dishes such as Erachi Ullarthiyathu, Natholi Fry, Tharavu Pepper Fry, Kallummakkai Dry Fry, Kappa & Meen Curry, Pazham Pori & Beef Curry, Idi Erachi, and drinks in the form of Not Quite Toddy, Tender Coconut Cooler, and Buttermilk.

When: February 21 and 22, from 12 noon to 3:30 PM, 5:30 PM to 10:30 PM

Where: Coracle at BIC Cafe, Domlur

Price: A la carte

Hrutul, a storyteller from Ahmedabad, is bringing their hexaimmersive visual-concert called YOUFORIA chp. पाथॅ to Bangalore for the first time. The concert is based on spiritual stories inspired by Indian history and interpretative Mythology explored from a capitalist point of view. This concert-show features 17 original songs, dance performances, and all songs and performances are accompanied by cinematic visuals across six massive screens. The six screens form a hexagon, with the audience seated at the centre - creating a 360-degree audiovisual immersion.

When: Saturday, 7 March, from 7:15 PM onwards

Where: Phoenix Marketcity, Mahadevapura

Price: INR 2,000 upwards per person

Maize & Malt is hosting a Sri Lankan food festival in association with Priya Bala, journalist, restaurant critic for over a decade, and author. The menu will feature dishes such as Banana Flower Cutlets, Bittergourd Sambol, Seeni Sambol Buns, Mushroom Patties, Devilled Chicken, Fish Cutlets, Prawn Vada, and Black Pork. Desserts include dishes such as Silky Watalappam and Love Cake. This is Sri Lanka on a plate.

When: Until March 17, from 12:30 PM to 12 midnight

Where: Maize & Malt, Whitefield

Price: INR 1,200 for two