Staying in Pune for the upcoming long weekend and have not made any plans yet? We’ve chalked out a list of everything {fun and awesome} you can do in and around the city. Go on, read it!
No Plans, No Problem: 5 Fun Things You Can Do In The City This Long Weekend
Gigs, Open Mics & More
Stand-up comedian, Daniel Fernandes is performing in Pune on January 26 at Classic Rock Coffee Co., Kalyani Nagar. We hear Fernandes will be presenting his latest stand-up special, Shadows, a self-deprecating take on the last six years of his life and career. If you’re fan of dark, spontaneous comedy, this is definitely for you. Read more here.
Nothing to do on January 27? Just head to Sanskriti Lifestyle at Pune and attend the Lazy Daze event while sipping on a glass of chilled craft beer. What’s more? There will be great music by Spryk, Big City Harmonics, Qube and Midland Sparks and some mouthwatering grubs by The Conservatory and The Fat & Sexy Chef. For more details, click here.
Ditch Netflix and attend the poetry open mic by Poetical Boffins on January 28 at Chai, Viman Nagar, 4.00 pm onwards. So, if you think you’ve got the poetic bug in you, register for this event here, and don’t let the fear of stage stop you.
Sales & The City
Shopaholics, don’t miss out the crazy sales that are happening in and around the city. For instance, Zara is giving up to 50% off on apparel, accessories, shoes and bags. You can also check out the H&M ‘3 For 2’ Sale. Only valid on ladies garments {sorry, men}, you get the lowest priced item {out of your purchase of three} for free.
What’s more? Must-check out the Republic Day special midnight sale at Pavillion Mall on SB Road. Get up to 50% off on luxury and fashion brands, between January 26 and 28. The entire mall will be open till 12.00 AM.
Go Here, Eat This!
No plans for long weekend, why not explore the city for some quirky food ideas? Eat authentic Tamilian and South East Asian food at Cafe Pondi, a newly opened Pondicherry-themed restaurant in Kalyani Nagar. We absolutely love their Murukku nachos and the ratatouille podi crostini. If this doesn’t interest you, check out list 10 crazy dishes in Pune. From black diamond cocktail to thai chicken golgappas, we’ve got them all.
North Indians, here’s something for you. Pink Turbann at Aundh will be serving unlimited parathas, chaats, chhole kulche and lassis for INR 250 {sans any hidden tax}, between January 26 and 28, from 12.00 pm onwards. For more details, check this out.
Pamper Yourself
Keep your laptop aside and go for a luxury spa treatment during the long weekends. Our recommendation? Try the 75-minute Turkish blueberry cheesecake full body massage at The Nature Spa at SB Road near JW Marriott. Not interesting enough?
Check out the ice cream mani-pedi at Meshail in Aundh and FC Road. Available in strawberry, chocolate and lavender flavours, the ice cream here is actually fizzy bath bombs, shaped like real ice cream scoops. We hear, these ‘scoops’ come with the goodness of natural minerals, six different kinds of aroma oils, epsom salt and fragrances. And, in case you’re wondering how safe it is…honestly, we felt pretty great.
If you love all things vegan and organic, head to the Orrganic Elemennt, opposite Jogger’s Park at Koregaon Park. One of the first cruelty-free spalons in the city, Orrganic Elemennt provides a wide range of services from threading to facials, waxing, body massages, pedicures, manicures, hair treatment and more!
One-Day Getaways
Just about two hours drive from Pune, Lavasa is perhaps one of the most sought-after one-day getaways for many. Read this recommendation on our guide to a well-planned 12-hour itinerary at this place.
You can also go for an-hour drive to Mulshi Dam, which is about 50kms from Pune. You can read our recommendation on things to do in and around Mulshi.