Festivals are meant for having fun, especially Diwali when your homes are lit up, wardrobes are overflowing and we guiltlessly gorge on sweets. However, the rising levels of pollution due to crackers is a major turn-off. This time, let us all go the green way and avoid crackers completely. We have come up with a list of fun activities you could do instead of burning crackers.
Things To Do On Diwali Instead Of Bursting Crackers
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Go On A Nice Trip
One of the perks of living in a city like Pune is that you are surrounded by multiple getaway locations. Instead of wasting money on crackers and adding to the pollution, we recommend you hop into your car with your loved ones and explore nearby attractions such as Lonavala, Khandala, Pawna, Tamhini Ghat, Tarkarli, Konkan beaches, forts, etc. Adventure junkies, go camping or trekking to forts or climb up the mountains and enjoy star-gazing. Since there is no dearth of staying options in these regions, why not make a nice staycation of it.
Enjoy Diwali Buffets
We warn you, you will be utterly confused while choosing places to dine at. With so many Diwali deals and special buffets available in the city, foodies are sure to have a crazy time where they want to eat. Don’t laze at home and instead, go out to different places to eat, drink and make merry. Head to Arth, in KP for their special Diwali Thaal comprising of rich Nawabi and Punjabi delicacies, or even Flechazo, in Wakad who have live counters for festive delicacies.
DIY Diwali Celebration
This Diwali, go green and do all the eco-friendly decoration by yourself. Reuse biodegradable things, flowers, and other natural things to deck-up your space with organic decor made by social organisations. Attend the DIY Diwali flea by Blind Girls' School in Gandhibhavan, Kothrud or Anugraha Foundation in Kothrud that sell handmade diyas and decor. Bring out the good Samaritan in you and help these organisation to spread smiles.
Host A Brunch/ Dinner Party
How about calling up your friends over for a nice brunch or dinner and endless rounds of cards? Why waste time cooking, when you can dial up home chefs and get piping hot food delivered to your doorstep. Known for their delicious menu and reasonable prices, Aadhi Jevan is a home-cooked food delivery service in Baner. You can order lunch/ dinner packs and design your own menu. If you are in the mood to gorge on kebabs and biryani, call up Persian delights for Persian and Mughlai fare. Pamper your sweet-buds and order cupcakes, cakes and sweet treats from Nandu's oven, a home-baker who also makes suji and ragi cakes for the health freaks.
Head To Karaoke Nights & Open-Mics
If you are into music, head to the lounges of KP and Baner and sing your heart out at the places like Hidden Place, Upside Down, Apache are known for their karaoke nights and musical jams. Students and working professionals living away from families, head to Upside Down in KP for their Karaoke night or Nukkad Cafe for their open mic on November 7 and celebrate Diwali in a whole new way.
