Winter is finally here, and the city is lighting up with grand events again. From pop-up stores to bar takeovers to new menus and even marathons, these events have to be what the city stands for. November has geared up a little slower than usual, but quality over quantity nowadays, and the weekends look eventful as well. Make sure you make the most of it before the year ends. Read on to know more and book those tickets before the FOMO hits you like a brick!
14 Events Through November You Should Go For In Kolkata
Overview
- 1. MINISO X Harry Potter Pop Up
- 2. Goan Food Carnival By Bonne Femme
- 3. Calcutta’s Kaleidoscope Tour – See The City Through A Kaleidoscope Of Life
- 4. DrinkThe Big Drop Peena Menu At SOCIAL
- 5. Jazbaa Ft. Rekha Bhardwaj
- 6. G.O.A.T India Tour 2025 | Lionel Messi
- 7. Satrangi Rey By Sonu Nigam
- 8. Mahjong Sessions With Yum Cha Delights
- 9. Jani, Bandhu Jani
- 10. Above & Beyond
- 11. BBQ Evenings By The Poolside
- 12. Ziddi Dil - Ashish Bagrecha - India Tour
- 13. The Crossover - Where Commercial Meets Underground
- 14. A Night In Shanghai By Yauatcha Kolkata
MINISO X Harry Potter Pop Up
The month-long Harry Potter x MINISO Pop-Up Store 2.0 at South City Mall brings the enchanted world of Harry Potter to Kolkata. With over 300 legally licensed objects reinvented in MINISO's whimsical design, this one-of-a-kind installation recreates the magical ambience of Hogwarts. Visitors can explore house-themed apparel and accessories, exclusive collectables, and immersive photo spots that capture the spirit of the wizarding world. This limited-time event honours the cherished Wizarding World with more than 300 fully licensed Harry Potter items, all reimagined in MINISO's own whimsical style. It is intended to take Potterheads right inside the halls of Hogwarts.
Where: South City Mall, 11 AM - 10 PM
When: Till 6 December
Instagram: @minisoindia
Goan Food Carnival By Bonne Femme
The Goa trip did not make it out of the group chat? No worries, Bonne Femme has a solution for you. They are presenting a colourful Goan Food Carnival. The essence of Goan cuisine with a contemporary twist is celebrated during this two-week event. The restaurant is elegantly furnished to mirror the Goan concept and offers over 15 meals highlighting favourites like Prawn Dangar and Pork Recheado. The founders, Sudip Mullick and Moushumi Sircar, want to introduce Calcutta's foodies to regional delicacies that are blended with local preferences. Inspired by Goa's culinary history, the event also offers distinctive drinks and desserts.
Where: Bonne Femme
When: Till 7 December
Price: INR 1,000 for two
Calcutta’s Kaleidoscope Tour – See The City Through A Kaleidoscope Of Life
Every street in Calcutta has a tale, making it a potpourri of cultures, religions, and tastes. Explore Chinese heritage alleys, historic synagogues, old Parsi stories, buried tombs, and hidden spots that residents cherish like secrets on this photo tour that takes you beyond the typical frames. You'll stop for street cuisine, follow the gentle early light, and see the city in its purest form.
Where: Calcutta Photo Tours, 6 AM - 2 PM
When: Till 23 December
Price: INR 2,500
DrinkThe Big Drop Peena Menu At SOCIAL
The Big Drop Peena Edition, a drinks menu that incorporates the venue's own playful touch while prominently referencing the nation's varied drinking customs, is another option. Longest Long Island Iced Coffee joins the table with the classic LIITs, while the new SOCIAL Lubes category includes beverages presented in post-office-style envelopes (lifaafa), shots poured from colourful test tubes (SOCIAL Kami Krazy), and cocktails packaged like candies (Candy Crush). There is SOCIAL Emotions, a line of four cocktails that each bottle a distinct vibe and go by names like Zen AF, Weird Flex, Delulu, and Aura.
Where: SOCIAL
When: Every day
Price: INR 1,200 for two
Jazbaa Ft. Rekha Bhardwaj
National Award-winning singer Rekha Bhardwaj is renowned for her heartfelt Ghazals, Bollywood, and Sufi performances. With singles like "Kabira," "Namak," and "Sasural Genda Phool," she has gained popularity, and her songs consistently make it to our playlists. She is a legend in Indian music thanks to her distinctive voice and classic tunes. Many of us have dreamed of hearing her live vocals; this year, you have the chance. She brings her concert to Kolkata in December, and we cannot keep calm!
Where: Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, 7 PM
When: 6 December
Price: INR 999 onwards
G.O.A.T India Tour 2025 | Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi is visiting India, and Kolkata will welcome him in a way that only this city can. After an exciting 11v11 celebrity match, young NGO children take to the pitch for a once-in-a-lifetime tutorial with Messi. The excitement builds with thrilling penalty shootouts and culminates in a musical performance that will ripple long after the final whistle.
Where: Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, 10:30 AM
When: 13 December
Price: Starts at INR 3,835
Satrangi Rey By Sonu Nigam
Sonu Nigam is regarded as one of the most versatile singers in the Hindi cinema business. "Bole Chudiyaan," "Sandesha aate hai," "Akhiyon se goli maare," "Kal ho naa ho," "Suraj Hua Maddham," and numerous other hit songs are among his well-known tunes. If witnessing him live was one of your musical dreams, it's about to come true. Experience the nostalgia again and lose yourself in the melodies this December.
Where: Aquatica Grounds, 7 PM
When: 6 December
Price: INR 1,099
Mahjong Sessions With Yum Cha Delights
Join Yauatcha Kolkata and Let's Mahjong for a beginner-friendly Mahjong afternoon coupled with trademark Yum Cha snacks. Enjoy guided games, a warm welcome from the “Charlie of Yum Cha,” and three selected dishes with vegetarian and non-vegetarian faves like Chive Dumplings, Har Gau, Chicken Char Siu Buns, and more. End with Chocolate Hazelnut Mousse or Macarons, including Jasmine Green or Camomile Tea. A joyful, flavour-packed way to experience Mahjong, right?
Where: Yautcha Kolkata, 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
When: 9 December
Price: INR 1,500 per person
For Reservations: Call +918657474803
Jani, Bandhu Jani
Featuring Dr Sahana Bajpaie, a renowned vocalist known for her insightful renditions of Bengali traditional music and Rabindra Sangeet, have a gala time at this concert. Sahana, whose rich musical lineage is based in Santiniketan, captivates listeners all over the world by skilfully fusing classic songs with modern subtleties. Her academic observations and poignant performances provide a distinctive, cross-cultural tour of Bengal's musical terrain. Discover the heartfelt performances that have transformed Bengali music for a younger audience.
Where: Madhusadan Mancha, 6:30 PM
When: 20 Dec
Price: INR 500 for two
Above & Beyond
With their Bigger Than All Of Us Tour, Above & Beyond return to India, bringing with them the distinct thrill we have held since the beginning. Arcane, Nohr (Live), Phil, Vikrant, Rudra, and Techdrone join them; all of these performers are skilled at drawing you in and holding your attention. The night offers warm meals, cold evenings, soft lighting, a flea market full of small treasures, and goods you'll want to keep forever. The kind of mood where everything slows down and then suddenly picks up speed. This is the night to experience everything: happiness, nostalgia, and the subtle enchantment of the year coming to a conclusion.
Where: Biswa Bangla Mela Prangan, 4 PM
When: 24 December onwards
Price: INR 1,249
BBQ Evenings By The Poolside
Beginning on 20 November 2025, the Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences is hosting BBQ Evenings by the Poolside at Café Joy. This comfortable winter arrangement features bright grills, peaceful evenings, and simple alfresco dining. Fresh salads, toasty bread, peri-peri chicken, moqueca-style fish, lemongrass prawns, tandoori cottage cheese, and cheesecake or tres leches are just a few of the international delicacies you may anticipate. For the season, a straightforward, cosy, open-sky getaway is just waiting for you.
Where: Novotel Kolkata Hotel & Residences, 7 PM - 11 PM
When: 20 November onwards
Price: BBQ Platter (Veg or Non-Veg) paired with two IMFL drinks or two pints of beer is for INR 999 + taxes.
Contact: For reservations, contact +918584077060
Ziddi Dil - Ashish Bagrecha - India Tour
Ashish Bagrecha brings his poetry and storytelling show, Ziddi Dil, to the city. Anticipate an unvarnished, sincere homage to all the misfits, dreamers, rebels, and lovers who never gave up. It is intended for people whose spirits have endured despite the cracking of their hearts.
Where: Kala Kunj Auditorium, 5 PM
When: 29 November
Price: INR 499 onwards
The Crossover - Where Commercial Meets Underground
THE CROSSOVER – Where Commercial Meets Underground debuts in Kolkata with the same vitality that the city thrives on. The event features choreography workshops, a high-voltage 1v1 All-Style Battle, a performance night that captures the creative pulse of the city, and an after-party that keeps the beat going long after the stage lights go down. It is designed for dancers who switch between styles, streets, and tales. This is Kolkata's chance to demonstrate how deeply dance permeates its streets, culture, and populace, featuring some of the best commercial and underground performers in India.
Where: Five Mad Men, 12:15 PM - 5 PM
When: 13 December
Price: INR 200
A Night In Shanghai By Yauatcha Kolkata
A Night in Shanghai is a limited menu that transports Yauatcha Kolkata to the sophistication of Shanghai in the 1930s by fusing classic ingredients with contemporary elegance. Signature dishes include Aam Chun Shui Mai, Cha Hu Kok, Tung Po Yuk, Suein Taim Sek Bun, and Fat Put Phiu Heong, with colourful vegetarian alternatives including Noh Mai Bao, Lo Han Zai, and Yang Cao Chow Fan. Desserts like Chi Ma Chou and Phou King Tan Thak round off this memorable culinary adventure.
Where: Yauatcha Kolkata
When: Till 31 December
Price: INR 3,500 for two
For Reservations: Call 09222222800
