30 Top Events To Attend In Mumbai In January 2026

Dakshin at ITC Grand Central brings Pongal to Mumbai with a festive thali that feels rooted, generous, and deeply comforting. Available for a limited time, the Pongal Special Thali celebrates the harvest with time-honoured Tamil flavours, from Ven Pongal and slow-cooked kootus to crisp vadas, hearty sambar, and a ghee-rich Sarkarai Pongal to finish.

When: 10 January - 18 January 2026, Lunch at 12:30 PM - 3 PM and Dinner at 7 PM - 11:30 PM

Where: Dakshin, ITC Grand Central

Price: INR 3,750++ per person (Vegetarian Thali) | INR 3,750++ per person (non-Vegetarian Thali, on special request)

Donmai is hosting The Pod Lamp, a slow, hands-on origami workshop that’s all about switching off and making something meaningful with your hands. In collaboration with artist Tejas Uzgare, the session introduces modular origami, where individual paper units come together to form a sculptural, functional lamp. From folding tear-resistant paper to assembling the final lit piece, the experience is oddly satisfying, with coffee or matcha to sip along the way.

When: 18 January, 4 PM - 6:30 PM

Where: Donmai, Worli

Price: INR 3,200 per person (includes all materials + coffee/matcha)

LBB Tip: For booking, pay on +91 9833979535

Phoenix Marketcity continues to be a go-to spot for discovering great live music in the city, and this time it’s Masala Coffee taking the stage. Known for their high-energy indie-fusion sound that blends folk roots with rock and contemporary beats, the band promises a lively, feel-good evening that’s perfect for a mid-January music fix!

When: 17 January 

Where: Dublin Square, Phoenix Marketcity, Mumbai

Entry: INR 699 onwards

If you’re in the mood for the kind of laughter that makes you slap the table and rethink your life choices (in the best way), Nishant Suri is taking the stage with his solo show. Winner of Comicstaan Season 1, Nishant brings his trademark mix of dry wit, relatable observations, and that slightly unhinged energy that makes every joke land even harder. 

When: 17 January, 6 PM onwards

Where: Backspace, Lower Parel

Entry: INR 499

Dr. Satinder Sartaaj’s Heritage India Tour promises an evening that feels less like a concert and more like a shared memory in the making. His voice moves effortlessly from foot-tapping Bhangra energy to soul-stirring poetry, so get ready to feel multiple emotions. It's his unmistakable charm that he brings to every stage which makes attending this event an absolute must!

When: 18 January

Where: Dome Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.

Price: INR 750 onwards

The Gathering returns with Edition 02, a boundary-breaking food festival where chefs and artists come together to create one-time-only dining experiences. Pop-up restaurants rise inside the old mills, each offering intimate 5-course tasting menus that will never be repeated again. Over three days, some of India’s most exciting culinary minds and creative voices reimagine food and art. 

When: 16 - 18 January

Where: Mukesh Mills

Price: INR 2,000 onwards

Mahjong and Mocha is a slow, cosy afternoon built around learning a beautiful, strategic game without the intimidation. You’ll be guided through the basics, tiles, rules, scoring, before moving into friendly live gameplay with hosts helping at every table. It’s relaxed, conversational, and beginner-friendly, with plenty of room to make mistakes and laugh through them. And yes, there’s a complimentary mocha and little take-home goodies to sweeten the experience!

When: 17 January

Where: Bayroute, Juhu

Price: INR 1,999 onwards

A.R. Rahman, Sonu Nigam, Hariharan and Shaan share one stage for the first time at Haazri 2026, a historic tribute to their guru, Padma Vibhushan Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan. Curated by A.R. Rahman and presented by NR Talent & Event Management, the evening promises musical magic as four icons come together to honour the voice and vision that shaped them!

When: 17 January, 7 PM onwards

Where: Jio World Garden, BKC

Entry: INR 2,999 onwards

NOX at JW Marriott Mumbai is turning up the heat with an exclusive bar takeover by Khun Jib, Asia’s celebrated bespoke bartender, as part of NOX Encore Nights – Season One, Episode Three. The evening brings South East Asian flavours to the forefront through story-driven cocktails and mixology, kicking off with an intimate workshop before the bar transforms into a high-energy takeover. Savour signature serves crafted with Firkin and 1800 Tequila!

When: 17 January 

• Mixology Workshop: 5 PM - 7 PM

• Bar Takeover: 8 PM onwards

Where: NOX, The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake

Price: à la carte

Monkey Bar, Bandra, is bringing the Pride Month energy with QPOP! — The Pride Edit, a dancefloor-first celebration that’s all about queer joy, community, and letting loose without the gimmicks. Part of its monthly residency with Salvation Star and in association with Mumbai Queer Pride, the night promises packed floors, DJ Gaurav spinning high-on-feels, movement-ready sets, and Monkey Bar’s signature cocktails alongside crowd-pleasing bar bites!

When: 22 January, 8 PM onwards

Where: Monkey Bar, Ground Floor, Summerville, Linking Road, Bandra West

Entry: Free

Jio World Drive is hosting a soulful evening with Nirvaan Birla, whose Sounds for the Soul concert is less a performance and more a collective pause. Mixing spirituality with contemporary sound, the set features originals like Shankaraa, Hari’s Heart, and Radhe Hari, alongside reimagined devotional pieces, familiar Western melodies, and Hindi love songs. 

When: 24 January, 7 PM onwards

Where: Jio World Drive, BKC

Entry: INR 799 onwards

Infiniti Mall is kicking off the year on a cosy, nostalgic note with open-air movie nights at its Malad mall. You curl up under the sky and rewatch films that already feel like friends! The big shaadi chaos, train-ride confessions, invisible heroes, and mushy early-2000s romance, watch the kind of Bollywood we have all loved. It’s all about feel-good storytelling, and of course, great music!

When & What’s Playing:

17 January: Jab We Met, 7 PM

25 January: Mr. India, 7 PM

31 January: Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein, 7 PM

Where: Infiniti Mall, Malad (Open-air movie screening)

Price: Check out details here.

The Dimsum Room is embracing Mumbai’s soft winter with a cosy new Shabu Shabu pop-up under the open sky at its Zen Garden terrace. You can savour the steaming broths along with the slow, gather-around-the-pot kind of comfort. Set inside a century-old Kala Ghoda building, the experience gives the best of both Japanese and Korean flavours.

When: Till 31 January 

Where: Zen Garden Terrace, The Dimsum Room, Kala Ghoda, Fort

Price: INR 900 per person onwards

Seven-time Grammy-winning artist John Mayer, known for hits like “Gravity” and “Your Body Is a Wonderland,” is set to perform his first-ever solo show in India. Fans can expect a mix of iconic tracks and live improvisation that has made Mayer a global sensation. This event is truly unmissable!

When: 22 January, 5 PM onwards

Where: Mahalaxmi Race Course

Price: INR 5,500 onwards

The wait is over! Lollapalooza, the World's largest music festival, is back for the fourth time. This is where you will see the biggest names in live music getting celebrated in full swing. Expect 40+ artists setting fire to four iconic stages with their tracks, ranging from rock and pop to indie and EDM.

When: 24 - 25 January, 2 PM onwards

Where: Mahalaxmi Race Course

Price: INR 6,999 onwards

Book lovers, this one is pure serotonin-in-a-box. LockTheBox Book Fest is where you walk in with an empty box and walk out grinning with a stack of stories you picked yourself. One simple rule: pay once, fill your box with as many books as it can hold. There are over a million books and thousands of titles to choose from, plus author sessions and storytelling!

When: 31 January - 8 February (Infiniti Mall, Malad), 13 - 22 February (Nexus Seawoods Mall, Navi Mumbai)

Price: Odysseus Box: 10-12 books for INR 1,199, Perseus Box: 13-15 books for INR 1,999, Hercules Box for INR 2,999

Mumbai’s cocktail scene gets a serious moment as Boilermaker Goa, ranked No. 30 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars, takes over Yazu for a one-night-only bar takeover. Known for its no-rules approach to mixology, Boilermaker arrives from Siolim with its inventive pours. For the night, Yazu transforms into a high-voltage bar playground, serving up curated cocktails straight from Boilermaker’s celebrated menu.

When: 29 January, 8:30 PM onwards

Where: Yazu, Lower Parel

Price: à la carte

The Square brings winter to the table with its Winter Harvest Feast, a seasonal spread built around comfort and farm-fresh produce. There will be hearty dishes, slow-cooked favourites, and rustic global flavours designed for unhurried meals by the sea. With sweeping views of the Arabian Sea and a menu that leans into nourishing ingredients, this is winter dining made to be lingered over!

When: Till 31 January 

Time:

Dinner: 7 PM - 11 PM (Weekends)

Sunday Brunch: 12:30 PM - 4 PM

Limited Lunch Thali: 12:30 PM - 4 PM

Where: The Square, Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach

Price:

Dinner Buffet: INR 2,399+ (Adults), INR 1,199+(Kids)

Sunday Brunch: INR 2,800+ (Non-alcoholic), INR 3,800+(Alcoholic)

In the mood for some jazz? The Cocktail Room hosts jazz nights every Thursday for you to unwind over low-key tunes, excellent sips, and some quality conversation. Each week, they feature a different jazz band to keep the experience fresh and exciting, though, due to popular demand, some favourites may return for encore performances. Given that The Cocktail Room takes inspiration from the iconic jazz bars and private cigar lounges of New York City, this is one venue that understands and fits the bill perfectly. 

When: Every Thursday, 8 PM onwards

Where: The Cocktail Room

Entry:  You can use their contact numbers to request to be on their jazz night list. Walk-ins are welcome, but prior reservations would help. 

Contact: +91 9167779102

We're pretty sure you have fantasised about exploring your city freely at night on bicycles at least once. This specific fantasy can come true with this midnight cycling tour in Mumbai. It's a recurring event, which will take place on Saturday nights and the tour will cover around 30 kms of distance. So, pack your refreshments, and get ready for a very offbeat Saturday night plan.

When: Saturdays, 10:30 PM onwards

Where: Meeting and ending point of the tour is Colaba Causeway

Price: INR 270 onwards

If you’re looking for a reading community without the pressure of socialising, then Powai Reads is everything you need and more. This community meets every Sunday to read for hours, aiming to foster a love for reading. If you decide to join, please keep in mind the guidelines available in a pinned post on their Instagram.

When: Every Sunday, 8 AM to 11 AM

Where: Pandit Deen Dayal Udyan, Powai 

Price: Free

Your Sunday brunches now have a new hub to add to your radar. Mezzo Mezzo at JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu is hosting a weekly Sunday brunch with its "table buffet" concept, where a set menu featuring a selection of exquisite dishes is brought to you. This European-themed brunch, led by Italian Chef Roberto Apa, is the one to hit if you are looking for your weekly hangout sessions or a break from the usual grind. Think succulent oysters, plump tiger prawns, cured salmon, and tender poached lobsters, to keep your Sundays company while their carving stations and grill stations cater to your appetite. 

When: Every Sunday, 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM 

Where: Mezzo Mezzo, JW Marriott Mumbai Juhu

Entry: INR 8,000+ for Food, Alcohol on Actuals, for two. 

LBB Tip: They also have a beverage program with Mimosa, Bellini, Martini, and Picante stations where guests can personalise their drinks.

Want to make your Mondays more bearable? The Bigg Small Bar + Cafe is hosting Monday Karaoke Nights, to soothe your edge off and sway and vibe to killer music and crafted cocktails. From iconic ballads to dancefloor anthems, there's a song for all your different Monday moods, to groove, sip, and sing your favourite tunes. Take on some liquid courage every Monday and end your weekday blues at The Bigg Small Bar + Cafe!

When: Every Monday, 7 PM onwards

Where: The Bigg Small Cafe + Bar

Price: INR 1,600 for two

LBB Tip: For reservations, call  8655897023. 

Looking to listen to music the old-school way with the lights dim, your phones off, and a satisfying rub of a vinyl record on the gramophone? Adagio is taking you back with its Vinyl Nights every Thursday. Listen to classic, legendary artists like David Bowie and Michael Jackson on vinyl! Every Thursday: a new artist to discover, reminisce, or add to your playlist. 

When: Every Thursday, 8:30 PM onwards

Where: Adagio

Entry: INR 300 

Make your Sundays a little more indulgent with Kona Kona’s all-day brunch. From fresh salads, breads, and cheese platters to live pasta, pizza, and a Nepali-style Khow Suey station, every bite is designed to delight. And don’t skip dessert! For those who like a boozy twist, the Drunch menu pairs cocktails, sangrias, and beers with crunchy bites for the ultimate Sunday chill.

When: Every Sunday, 12 PM - 4 PM

Where: Kona Kona, Andheri West

Price: INR 1,399 for Brunch, INR 2,399 for Drunch

Tilfi debuted in Vakils House, Ballard Estate, and has partnered with Khaki Tours for a cultural heritage walk through Ballard Estate. This immersive walk will take you through aspects of design, architecture, history, and art as you explore the grandeur of Edwardian-style buildings, hidden anecdotes from the colonial era, amidst one of Mumbai’s most architecturally distinct districts.

When: Every Saturday of each month

Where: Ballard Estate

Entry: INR 599

LBB Tip: You can learn more about the places covered here. 

Gadda da Vida at Novotel Juhu Beach is turning up the party mood with its Bollywood-themed nights on the beach. The performers include Rahul Soni, an ace DJ who is known for his soul-stirring tunes and upbeat melodies, turning up the energy in the room. You can choose indoor seating or get on your feet in the outdoors, breezy alfresco setting. Expect amazing food while you sip on Hoegaarden and Carlsberg Smooth beers, premium pours like Hibiki Harmony, Johnnie Walker Blue Label, and artisanal cocktails to set the mood. This is the perfect start to your weekend at Mumbai's premier sundowner destination! 

When: Every Friday, 5 PM onwards

Where: Lobby Level, Novotel, Juhu Beach

Price: A la carte

Hylo is going to host Tequila Trails, a special cocktail program every Wednesday and Thursday from now on. You can explore different tequila brands infused with hyperlocal ingredients here. Get to know about the rich variety of tequila and bold concoctions that might soon become your next favourite drink. Think cocktails like Forbidden Fruit, which is a blend of Tequila, port wine, fruit vendor cordial, and lime. You can also try their Kanjita, a mix of Tequila, mezcal, and beetroot kanji, or their Naga Story, which is a mix of prominent North Eastern flavours. 

When: Every Wednesday and Thursday, 5 PM onwards

Where: HyLo, Mumbai

Price: INR 500 per cocktail (excluding taxes)

Baroke, India's first vinyl-only listening bar, has recently launched RD Burman Nights, which take place every Thursday. The session will be exclusively on original Vinyl, where Pancham's soundtracks will come alive in all their glory! Guests can also enjoy a specially curated menu, complemented by an unforgettable atmosphere.

When: Every Thursday, 7:30 PM onwards

Where: Baroke, South Mumbai

Price For Two: INR 1,500

Karan Aujla is coming to Mumbai with his P-POP Culture India Tour, and this one’s going to be loud in the best way possible. The packed grounds, everyone screaming the lyrics in unison, dhol beats sliding into heavy bass, and that very specific rush you only get at a Punjabi gig. Add to that the full live-production treatment, and you are all set for a memorable day!

When: 3 March, 11 AM onwards

Where: Venue TBA

Price: INR 1,999 onwards