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

The Hood by Olive is launching Flavour Pop ft. Kochi, an all-day culinary residency featuring Chef Abhilash. This pop-up series features food from all parts of Kerala, with dishes from North Kerala, such as Jackfruit Sukka and String Hoppers, to Central Kerala delicacies such as Duck Roast and Neer Pathiri. Coastal staples of Calicut, from Malabar Fish Curry to Angamaly Mango Curry, are also on the menu.

When: Until May 3, all day

Where: The Hood by Olive, Ashok Nagar

Price: Free entry. Reservation required. 

Restaurant Week India (RWI), the country’s pioneering nationwide dining festival, returns in April 2026 after a decade‑long hiatus. Reintroduced with a sharper, more curated approach, the festival reflects how dining out in India has transformed into an experience-led, culturally driven phenomenon. This edition of Restaurant Week India is presented in association with Kotak Solitaire, Kotak Mahindra Bank’s premium banking proposition. For Bangalore, the participating restaurants include Bar Sama, Comal, Kopitiam Lah, and Tijouri. Each participating restaurant will offer specially designed three‑course prix‑fixe menus created exclusively for the festival.

When: April 24 to May 3, multiple slots

Where: Multiple restaurants

Price: INR 1,600 upwards per person

Sumadhura Centre Court Pickleball League, BLR, Bengaluru’s first-ever franchise-based pickleball league, is underway, and if you missed out on the first few matches, you still have time to catch up. Expect fast-paced rallies, competitive energy, and just the right amount of sideline drama. There will be six teams competing — Depot18 Chargers, Mana BMR Smash Club, Net Ninjas, Nin9s, Rally Renegades, and Southern Primes — each with 10 players, all in it to win it. Whether you’re deep into the sport or just pickleball-curious, this is where things start getting serious.

When: May 1, 9, 16, and 23, 5:30 PM and 8 PM

Where: Chamara Vajra, Jayamahal

Price: Invite only. Register to get invited

The global house phenomenon, Mochakk, is coming to India for his long-awaited debut. Mochakk brings his signature blend of high-energy beats, house, techno, and funk — a groove-heavy sound that has been shaking dance floors from Ibiza to the world’s biggest festival stages.

When: Sunday, 10 May, from 5 PM onwards

Where: District Arena @ Terraform, Yelahanka

Price: INR 2,500 upwards per person

Red FM Walkathon will be a community fitness event aimed at encouraging people to stay active while contributing to a meaningful cause. The event will be graced by the chief guest, Saina Nehwal. If you are registering for the walkathon, then 10% of every registration goes directly to U&I Trust’s literacy programs, supporting the education of underprivileged children. Additionally, o9 Solutions will contribute ₹500 for every participant who finishes the walk.

When: Sunday, 10 May, from 5:30 AM

Where: St. Joseph’s Indian Institutions, Ashok Nagar

Price: Registration required 

From first-time explorers to seasoned adventurers, Fleetfoot Scuba is hosting a series of diving retreats that are open to ages 10 to 70. Led by expert instructors and backed by global safety standards and PADI certifications, every dive is designed to be safe, seamless, and experiential.

When: Multiple dates; May 16–20, June 20–24, and July 15–19 

Where: Maldives

Price: INR 1,50,000 per person 

Chinmayi Sripada or Chinmayi, is all set to deliver an unforgettable musical experience in Bangalore. She’ll be bringing together iconic hits and timeless melodies across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Hindi, and Marathi music. Backed by a full live band and rich production, this concert will feature soothing romantic numbers to high-energy favourites such as Titli, Mast Magan, Mayya Mayya, Kaathale Kaathale, Kilimanjaro, Oh Prema, and Chinnama Chilakamma.

When: Saturday, 23 May, from 7 PM onwards

Where: Phoenix Marketcity, Mahadevapura

Price: INR 599 upwards per person

Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru’s ongoing culinary showcase, The Legacy of the Peking Duck, curated by Chef Wong Chin Sheong, is an exclusive, limited-period dining experience at Far & East. This pop-up that traces six centuries of imperial culinary tradition through the lens of contemporary gastronomy. At its heart is The Master’s Carve, a ceremonial tableside presentation where the signature lacquered duck is unveiled with its crisp, amber-glazed skin. The menu also explores regional influences such as classic Beijing-style Peking Duck with handcrafted pancakes and plum reduction to contemporary interpretations with black truffle, garlic, and Sichuan spices.

When: Until 15 June

Where: Far & East, Four Seasons Hotel Bengaluru, Ganganagar

Price: Reservations required

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

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

Shaam-E-Mehfil, a series dedicated to the magic of ghazals and evergreen Bollywood classics, is bringing Papon for this edition. The singer, known for his soulful ghazals and iconic Bollywood hits such as Moh Moh Ke Dhaage, Bulleya, Tu Jo Mila, Sun Le Re, and Main Tujhse Pyaar Nahin Karta, is sure to leave you with an evening of soulful music.

When: Sunday, 6 June, from 6:30 PM onwards

Where: Venue to be announced

Price: INR 1,999 upwards per person

Gorillaz, the popular virtual band created by musician and songwriter Damon Albarn and artist Jamie Hewlett, is touring India for the first time as part of their The Mountain Tour, with a stop at Bengaluru. Get ready to groove to classic tunes, including Feel Good Inc., Clint Eastwood, On Melancholy Hill, Kids with Guns, and Rhinestone Eyes as well as new songs from the album The Mountain. You will be able to catch Damon Albarn and the Gorillaz live band as well as special guest performers, including many of Gorillaz’ Indian collaborators.

When: Saturday, 23 January 2027, from 6:30 PM onwards

Where: District Arena @ Terraform, Yelahanka

Price: INR 5,000 upwards per person

Calling themselves the world's craziest music festival, elrow is coming to Bangalore after performances in Barcelona, Ibiza, New York, London, São Paulo, and Sydney. elrow calls the whole experience “a show inside a festival inside a party”. There's a theme. There are characters. There are roaming performers who don't perform at you - they perform with you. The whole venue is a set, and you are part of the cast. There will be non-stop music featuring DJs around the world, and what else do you need to let your hair down and dance the night away?

When: Saturday, 23 May, from 3 PM onwards

Where: Venue to be announced

Price: INR 2,950 upwards per person

Burma Burma is celebrating Thingyan, the Burmese New Year, with a limited-edition festive menu available all through the month of May. This menu is inspired by the vibrant Burmese Lunch Houses and features dishes such as Mohinga Rice Bowl, Hawker’s Rice Bowl, Rustic Rice Bowl and Pickled Roselle Bowl. Apart from that there will be small plates such as New Year Parcels, Street-style Rice Crêpes and Palata Sando, along with summer-forward salads, desserts like Banana Bliss and Mango Bein Mont, and drinks including Pandan Tamarind Fizz, Hibiscus Lemonade and Mango Picante.

When: All through May, all day long

Where: All Burma Burma outlets

Price: Menu is à la carte 

Chowman is back with the second edition of The Great Asian Food Festival, a limited-time dine-in festival featuring dishes from Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and Provincial China, available across Chowman outlets in Bangalore. From Japanese Chicken Karage and Seafood Tempura Moriwase to Vietnamese Goi Cuon, Malaysian Laksa Lemak, Korean Bibimbap, Thai Phad Bai Kra Prow, and Chowman’s signature Provincial Chinese innovations, the festival celebrates the diverse culinary soul of Asia under one roof.

When: Until May 8, all day

Where: All Chowman outlets

Price: Menu is à la carte

Sunday Soul Sante is back for another edition, and this time it’s the Colour Play Edition. Make the best of your Sunday with a little bit of shopping, eating, and unwinding. From a curated flea market featuring unique homegrown brands to a wide variety of food, there will be music, interactive live workshops for kids, dedicated pet zones, and live performances by Madboy Mink and String Fisher.

When: Sunday, 10 May, from 10 AM to 10 PM

Where: The Bay at Ecoworld, Bellandur

Price: INR 349 upwards per person. Free entry for kids below 5 and senior citizens