Independence Day is around the corner and apart from the usual grind of watching the parade and hosting of the flag, there are tons of events happening around the city. We have put together a list of events that you must check out this Independence day and make the most of the holiday.
Attend These Events Happening In The City On Independence Day
Independence Day ft. Monsters of Rock
This Independence Day, celebrate Indian rock music with Monsters of Rock at Hard Rock Cafe, Bangalore. A group of artists from popular bands of Bangalore such as Girish and the Chronicles, Another Kind of Green, Perfect Strangers and Moksha will come together and perform from 8:30 PM till midnight. Tickets are priced at INR 1,000 and you can buy tickets at the venue.
Independence Day Book Sale
Bibliophiles in the city! Celebrate the 73rd Independence Day at Select Bookshop in Brigade Road with the Independence Day book sale. Splurge with a discount of upto 50 percent off from August 15 to August 18. You will find a wide range of books from rare, out-of-print books to contemporary ones at this antiquarian bookstore.
Independence Day Dance Marathon
Latino Rhythms Dance Academy is once again following their annual tradition of conducting a series of dance workshops on Independence Day at their academy. Join them for the Independence Day Dance Marathon and learn Latin dance forms such as Kizomba and Bachata followed by socialising session. The event is priced at INR 500 per hour per person and is open for all. For registrations, contact them at 9845433370.
Gandhi Bazaar Independence Day Sketchwalk
Explore Bangalore and learn how to sketch this Independence Day with Gandhi Bazaar Independence Day Sketchwalk by Plan The Unplanned with Parinitha Konanur. The workshop will start with the basics and importance of sketching. The walk will start from Roti Ghar Gandhi Bazaar as you will sketch the market of old Bangalore and end it with famous Davanagere Benne Dosa and Filter Coffee. You will further explore Lal Bagh Botanical gardens flower show. The artist will teach you the intricacies of sketching and things to look out for and eliminate while sketching and basics of materials to be used. All materials will be provided at the venue.
Naaritva (Run for Women Safety)
This Independence Day, run for women's safety with Naaritva organised by Dot Studio. The run will start and finish at BGS Ground Vijayanagar. There are two categories that you can participate in: 5K - Pink Ribbon Run and 3K Royal Walk. The finishers will get a medal and certificate post the run.