As we welcome clear skies, cold coastal air and a flurry of events that promise to help us end our year right, we are at your service with the only curation of events you need to know of! Concerts, fests, pop-up shows and an evening by the beach that calms your souls— whatever your vibe might be, here are the best events happening in Chennai that promise to help you roundup your 2024 with wholesomeness:
10 Top Events In Chennai To Give Your 2024 A Wholesome End
Overview
- 1. Armaan Malik Live In Chennai
- 2. Happy Ending - A Live Standup Show By Nesan David
- 3. Anthony Lazaro: From Italy With Love Tour
- 4. Saikiran Checks In
- 5. Taylor Swift Birthday Tribute
- 6. Sid Sriram - Classical Concert
- 7. The Madras Jazz Festival
- 8. Vijay Antony 3.0 | Live in Chennai
- 9. Sonu Nigam Live
- 10. Thrifty X Strangers Meet
Armaan Malik Live In Chennai
Armaan Malik's soulful tunes are just what we need for an evening of music and memories. From 'Tu' to 'O Sathiye,' Malik is known for his voice that spins magic into the air. If you are ready to experience his voice outside your Spotify playlists, this is the chance to grab your passes ASAP.
When: 22 December, 6 PM onwards
Where: YMCA, Royapettah
Price: INR 1,599 onwards
Happy Ending - A Live Standup Show By Nesan David
This evening promises observational comedy, humourous songs and a relatable storyline that ties it all. Also, it is Nesan David, the viral sensation who has us rolling with laughter. Every story deserves a happy ending but does his story have a happy ending? Head to his show to find out!
When: 5 January, 2025
Where: Sir Mutha Venkatasubha Rao Concert Hall
Price: INR 499 onwards
Anthony Lazaro: From Italy With Love Tour
Italian neo-jazz and blues artist Anthony Lazaro is bringing his music to different cities across India with the talented guitarist and performer Fedbo. End this roller coaster of a year with a soulful evening of intimate jazz, rhythms, blues influences, and acoustic magic!
When: 27 December
Where: Hard Rock Cafe
Price: INR 2,999 onwards
Saikiran Checks In
Saikiran's incisive observations, outrageous anecdotes and pretentious social commentary is all you need to make your evening more relatable. His narration of a middle class life comes from a spot on experience so be prepared to say '+1' to everything he throws at you.
When: 15 December, 7 PM onwards
Where: Club Crest: Phoenix Marketcity
Price: INR 499 onwards
Taylor Swift Birthday Tribute
Let us head over to a Taylor Swift themed party and drown our sorrows of not going to the Eras tour with fellow Swifties. Make your friendship bracelets and 'let the games begin' as we celebrate Taylor Swift's birthday at this themed party this weekend. You might want to dress up in your favourite era and 'Dance With Your Hands Tied' because 'Call It What You Want' but we believe this is an evening you will remember 'All Too Well.'
When: 14 December, 6:30 PM onwards
Where: IDAM - The Art and Cultural Space
Price: INR 399
LBB Tip: The event is set to have stalls with Taylor Swift merchandise. Make sure you grab some Swiftly!
Sid Sriram - Classical Concert
Maruvarthai Pesathey, book your passes now because Sid Sriram is set to grace the stage for an evening of traditional and soulful tunes. Celebrate the month of maragazhi with this classical concert and give your evening some divine tuning.
When: 21 December, 4:30 PM
Where: Bharat Kalachar
Price: INR 300 onwards
The Madras Jazz Festival
If you are craving a weekend of jazz and want to catch up on this with global artists, then this festival is just what you need. The lineup features Lonitseera from Estonia, Fatua Trio featuring Juanito Benavides from Colombia and Milli Janatková from Czech Republic. Whether you're a jazz aficionado or a curious first-timer, this festival promises an electrifying experience for everyone.
When: 8 December, 6 PM
Where: Alliance Française of Madras
Price: INR 999 onwards
Vijay Antony 3.0 | Live in Chennai
With songs like 'Saathikadi', 'Aathichudi' and 'Machakanni', under his belt, Vijay Antony is a fast spreading name in the Tamil rap industry and this concert evening promises to be one you will remember. Experience Antony's fiery beats as you end the year on a rap, quite literally.
When: 28 December, 6 PM
Where: TBA
Price: INR 749 onwards
Sonu Nigam Live
Sonu Nigam is bringing his 'modern Rafi' energy to Chennai with his upcoming concert. Vibe on his hit songs like 'Tumse Milke Dil Ka', 'Bole Chudiyan' and 'Dil Dooba' at this concert that shall definitely headline your memory dump for this month or maybe this year too?
When: 15 December, 6 PM onwards
Where: TBA
Price: INR 1999 onwards
Thrifty X Strangers Meet
If you are looking to tick the 'meet a stranger' section of your 2024 goals or are new in the city and want to make some friends, grab some energy to socialise at this networking event. This is not any typical social event as they have a unique format: you'll be paired with a fellow attendee, but you won't know who they are until later. You have to engage in intriguing conversations and guess who your mystery partner might be. Once the strangers meet activity concludes, reveal your identities and formally introduce yourselves. Share your background, interests, and what brought you to Thrifty X Strangers meet.
When: 8 December, 2 PM onwards
Where: TBA
Price: INR 999 onwards
LBB Tip: The event also offers one complimentary drink of your choice from their selection.
