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

Bangalore boy Kenny Sebastian is back in town with his musical comedy set — Tempo Tantrums — and this is your chance to catch the funny man live for the first time this year. This one-of-a-kind live performance will have you laughing and probably singing along as Kenny goes about his observational humour, charming stage presence, and unpredictable musical twists.

When: January 31, 4 PM and 7 PM shows, and February 1, 3 PM and 6 PM shows

Where: St. Joseph’s University Auditorium, Shanti Nagar

Price: INR 1,099 upwards

Karthik, one of India’s most loved and celebrated voices, is coming to Bangalore for a live concert. The Chennai-based and trained in Carnatic and Hindustani music musician has sung thousands of songs in many Indian languages. Known for his soulful tone, effortless versatility, and magnetic stage presence, Karthik continues to redefine what it means to connect through music. Here’s your chance to catch a live rendition of songs such as Sundari, Girlfriend, Kanpesum Varthaigal, Oru Maalai, Minnalgal Koothaadum, and Unnale Unnale.

When: Saturday, 7 February from 7:30 PM onwards

Where: Phoenix Marketcity, Mahadevapura

Price: INR 999 upwards

India Jazz Project by Foreword Lifestyles and Experiences is touted to be India’s premium live music IP. It’s designed to bridge Indian and international jazz and blues, and the first edition will feature the Grammy-winning band, Tinariwen. The Tuareg collective of musicians is considered a pioneer of desert blues, and they have a heavy guitar-driven style that combines Western Rock music with traditional Tuareg and African music. They will be joined by some of the best Jazz and Blues bands from India.

When: Sunday, 8 February, from 5 PM onwards

Where: Indiranagar Club, Indiranagar

Price: INR 3,999 upwards

The India International Coffee Festival (IICF) returns for its second edition and brings together farmers and producers from coffee-growing regions, processors, exporters, equipment innovators, roasters, retailers, café owners, baristas, and passionate consumers, all under one roof in Bengaluru. Festival Highlights include The Coffee Trail, a curated pathway through the festival’s most engaging zones, featuring immersive farm-to-cup experiences, brewing workshops, tastings, sensory activities, and hands-on demos with experts across the value chain. There will be the National Coffee Championships featuring six competitive categories, including Barista Championship, Brewers Cup, and a rapidly growing Coffee in Good Spirits segment. Finalists from the Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Delhi preliminaries battle for a chance to represent India on the world stage. Apart from these, plan to check out The Latte Art Arena, The Cupping Exchange, Brew School, and workshops and masterclasses. There will also be live music and performances by Robert Narain doing a drum jam, Sonu Venugopal doing stand-up comedy, and Mysore Xpress closing the fest with a performance.

When: February 12 to 14, from 10 AM

Where: Marakata, Jayamahal

Price: INR 399 upwards

Faheem Abdullah, the Kashmiri singer-songwriter behind tracks like Saiyaara, Ishq, Ehsaas, and Sajde, is set to perform his first-ever main stage concert in Bengaluru as a Valentine’s Day special. It’s also a sort of homecoming for the singer who had moved to Bangalore to pursue his postgraduate studies in English Literature. Returning to Bengaluru for his debut main-stage performance feels like a full-circle moment, and here’s your chance to be a part of that.

When: Saturday, 14 February, from 7:30 PM onwards

Where: Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru, Bhartiya City

Price: INR 999 upwards

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 1,999 upwards

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

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

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 4,500 upwards

The Filthy Animal, a limited-edition luxury dining pop-up curated by Chef Vivek Salunkhe, makes its debut at Nalapad’s Hotel Bangalore International. This one-of-a-kind pop-up mixes culinary theatrics with an ingredient-led menu. Directing this theatre is Chef Vivek Salunkhe, Head Chef, whose menu reads like a confident departure from convention. The menu is a bold, boundary-pushing showcase with dishes such as Alba Truffle Bomb, Rich Kid Benedict, Wagyu of the Sea, Lamborghini Lamb Sausage, and The Quacker.

When: Until February 1, Wednesday to Saturday, 7 PM to 9 PM and 9:15 PM to 1 AM

Where: The Filthy Animal, The Nalapad’s Hotel Bangalore International, High Grounds

Price: INR 5,000 for two

The first Sunday Soul Sante of 2026 is the soulful ‘Boho Love’ edition that will feature 220+ curated stalls showcasing fashion, lifestyle products, home décor, art, craft, design, and sustainable finds, each created with care and purpose. Visitors can also look forward to a diverse range of food experiences. The music line-up features Girish and The Chronicles (GATC), alongside Frizzell D’Souza. There will also be Pet Zone, Sneaker Zone, Kids Zone, and Wellness / Breathe Zone.

When: Sunday, 8 February, from 10 AM to 10 PM

Where: Central Garden, Embassy Tech Village, Outer Ring Road

Price: INR 399

Flash Jam Bangalore is a unique community of amateur singers and musicians that sing and harmonise together, and they are hosting a special, first-of-its-kind workshop! You can learn the concepts of vocal harmony, chords, and composing, and then create harmonies together and sing them as a choir - using Hallelujah, by Leonard Cohen, as the base. You’ll learn and understand concepts like basses, baritones, and tenors, what harmonies and chords are, and how you can visualize music better.

When: Saturday, 31 January, from 2 PM to 5 PM

Where: Atta Galatta, Indiranagar

Price: INR 999

Choreographing Continuum, part of the Dr Maya Rao Kathak & Choreography Conference, is back for its fifth edition, led by Madhu Nataraj, daughter of renowned Kathak exponent Dr Maya Rao, and hosted by the Natya Institute of Kathak & Choreography (NIKC), India’s premier institution for contemporary classical dance, positioning choreography as an evolving continuum rather than a static inheritance. The 2026 conference centres on how choreographic thinking moves through time, responding to climate change, AI, healing, identity, and social transformation. The conference is curated by performer-scholar Dr Anita Ratnam, and award-winning author and journalist Shoba Narayan.

When: January 31 and February 1, from 10:30 AM onwards on Saturday, and 9:30 AM onwards on Sunday

Where: Sabha BLR, Shivaji Nagar

Price: Free entry but registeration in Mandatory

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: February 13, 15, and 21, from 8 PM to 10 PM

Where: Alembic City, Whitefield

Price: INR 1,499 upwards

Olive 101 × Quill on Paper brings together food, creativity, and mindful learning through a beginner-friendly modern brush calligraphy workshop. The session includes a guided calligraphy workshop by Quill on Paper, curated food and beverage offerings, and all materials required.

When: Saturday, 31 January, from 5 PM to 7 PM

Where: Olive Beach, Ashok Nagar

Price: INR 2,400 per person

This Saturday, Nandus, the premium poultry farm, is hosting a high-energy Breakfast Rave at BLR Brewing Co., HSR Layout. DJ Sahil Madaan takes control of the decks, with Nandus’ breakfast spread powering the party.

When: Saturday, 31 January, from 8: AM to 11:30 AM

Where: BLR Brewing Co., HSR Layout

Price: Free entry