Enjoying the oh-so-pleasant Bangalore weather is easy to do with the city hosting a bunch of events ever so often. There is always something fun happening in and around town for you to check out, whether you enjoy shopping, learning something new, or live shows. Here are the top events that you can attend in April in Bangalore. Some of these are quickly filling up as we type, so whether it's early-bird passes or final-phase tickets, grab them now!
Comedy Shows To Music Performances: Top Events To Attend In BLR In May
Speed Dating
Done trying your luck on various dating apps? Speed dating is the perfect social mixer to meet new people, find real-life connections, and put yourself 'out there'. There will be many fun ice-breakers, games, and bonding activities to facilitate wholesome conversations and meaningful connections.
When: 3 April to 6 July
Where: Multiple Venues
Entry: INR 99 onwards
SO mini THINGS! - Aiyyo Shraddha World Tour 2024
If you want to watch comedy with the fam, then this is one event not to be missed. ‘Aiyyo Shraddha' is kicking off her uproarious So Mini Things Tour! This 60-minute comedy extravaganza promises to be an entertaining exploration of the mundane and uproarious aspects of everyday life, so make sure you pull up for some candid laughs.
When: 25 May, 4 PM and 7:30 PM
Where: Dr. BR Ambedkar Bhavan, Vasanth Nagar
Entry: INR 799 onwards
Bengaluru Dastkar Bazaar 2024
Bengaluru Dastkar Bazaar is back and bringing 160+ crafts groups under one roof for their upcoming edition. The curation is an eclectic mix of handcrafted textiles, jewellery, home decor and furnishings, accessories and wellness products. Apart from shopping, there are going to be a plethora of cultural experiences featuring a riveting blend of music, dance and craft demonstrations along with workshops too!
When: 15 May to 21 May, 12 PM onwards
Where: Jayamahal Palace Hotel, Jayamahal
Entry: INR 100
Human Library
If you want to connect, engage, and gain some new perspective, then Human Library is an unskippable event for you this weekend. Here, 'books' (which help you gain insight and acquire different perspectives) are 'people', and you can connect with different individuals from all walks of life, with meaningful dialogues that uncover different life narratives and challenge stereotypes, all while celebrating diversity in all its glory. It is a social event that not only helps you bond but also helps you think in a more nuanced way about the world.
When: 20 April to 14 July
Where: Multiple Venues
Price: INR 199 onwards
Plays At Ranga Shankara
The popular theatre in JP Nagar hosts several plays all through the year. You can watch a diverse range of productions in Kannada as well as other regional languages and English too. The annual theatre festival Ranga Shankara hosts is unmissable.
When: All days except Mondays
Where: Ranga Shankara, JP Nagar
Entry: INR 150 upwards
Skating In Cubbon Park
If you are fond of skating but don't have company to skate along with or have wanted to learn skating all your life, listen up! Divye Karde, a software engineer and skater is on a mission to get more people to skate, organising weekly meet-ups for the same! Pull up with your skates (or skateboard) for a fun-filled Sunday morning!
When: Every Sunday, 9 AM onwards
Where: Cubbon Park, Bengaluru
Price: Free
Nikhita Gandhi Live
Nikhita Gandhi's soulful voice has captured hearts all around the country. Her peppy pop songs like 'Tere Pyaar Mei' always put you into good mood! So it only makes sense that you don't miss the opportunity to witness the music maestro live in action in your city.
When: 18 May, 6 PM onwards
Where: Phoenix Marketcity, Whitefield Main Road
Entry: INR 199 onwards
Robatayaki Affair At Mikusu
Mikusu, Conrad Bangalore is hosting a Robatayaki affair wherein you can indulge in exquisite flavours of authentic Japanese cuisine while gaining a deeper understanding of the culinary artistry behind Robatayaki. Feast on an array of delicacies cooked to subtle perfection like Nasu Dung– grilled miso glazed eggplant, Thai Hasu No Kusu – sake butter grilled lotus stem, Portabella Shogayaki - char grill portobello mushroom with ginger and sweet soy and lots more!
When: 14 May to 31 May
Where: Mikusu, Conrad, Bengaluru
Price: INR 6,000 for two (including cocktails)
Late Night Sexy Jokes
This is a show where comedians bring their not so family-friendly jokes and unhinged material for an experience to remember at The Underground Comedy Club. Friday's line up includes Shashi Dhiman, Joel Dsouza, Rupen Paul, Manjeet Thakur, Kartikeya Fatwani and a few surprise acts to keep you laughing out loud.
When: 17 May, 11 PM onwards
Where: The Underground comedy Club, Koramangala
Entry: INR 299
Pottery Workshop
Unleash your inner artist with this pottery workshop being held in Bangalore. They will teach you hand building and wheel techniques so you can create your own masterpieces. Each participant is allowed to take up to three of their creations home the following day, after they have completely dried.
When: 25 May, 11:30 AM onwards
Where: Tarang HSR, HSR Layout
Price: INR 800
Bollywood Dance Workshop
Natya Social is a dance school located in Mumbai. Their lead choreographers, Vinayak Ghoshal and Asifali Bagwan, have been conducting workshops in Mumbai and other cities since 2018, and one will be held in Bangalore this weekend. Join with your friends for a fun dance routine and lots of memories.
When: 19 May, 3 PM-6 PM
Where: DSOD Studio, Ramamurthy Nagar
Price: INR 699 per person
Inja X The Leela Palace
Bangalore folks, now this is one food culinary experience we would recommend you not to miss! Inja is team LBB's tried-and-true favourite fine dining spot in New Delhi. And this exclusive Inja X The Leela Palace pop-up event, taking place in Bangalore this week, could be one of the most memorable meals of your life. From Shiso Leaf and Pomelo Tuna Chaat to Crab Raj Kachauri, the Inja team has taken iconic dishes from the heart of Indian cuisine and infused them with Japanese flavours—a combination we never imagined would work so spectacularly well if done right.
When: 15 May to 16 May
Where: Zen, The Leela Palace, Kodihalli, Bengaluru
Price: INR 6,000 plus taxes per person
Comorin x BANG, The Ritz-Carlton
Comorin, another of our favourite Delhi restaurants, has captured our hearts with its delectable cocktails and unique regional food combinations. This weekend, they are hosting a bar takeover at BANG in The Ritz Carlton in Bangalore, where you can enjoy Comorin's signature cocktails such as Fennel Paloma, Neer More, Mango Fizz and Walnut Sour, as well as a specially curated food menu featuring Fried Chicken Bun, Calcutta Mustard Pickle, Tawa Chicken Rara, Baked Egg, Chilli Mint Laccha Parantha, Champaran Mutton, Ole Ki Chutney, Sattu Paranthas and much more!
When: 17 May to 18 May
Where: BANG, The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore
Price: INR 4,500 plus taxes per person
The Biere Club’s Crime Book Swap
The Biere Club's 'Books & Brews' initiative gives us the chance to spend our summer evenings doing two things we enjoy: reading and drinking a chilled pint of beer. To make things even more interesting this week, they are hosting a crime book swap. So dust off your favourite crime novel and attend this event to swap, and discuss literary recommendations with other mystery fans!
When: 16 May, 5:30 PM onwards
Where: The Biere Club, Ashok Nagar
Price: A la carte
Ghazal At Open Souls
Open Souls is an event space that brings people together to celebrate culture, art, and community. This Sunday, they are hosting a ghazal evening with Ruhaniyat, a Bangalore-based ghazal and sufi collective. So, if you're looking for some shayari, ghazal, and sufi music in Bangalore, this is your best bet!
When: 19 May, 7 PM onwards
Where: Open Souls, Kalyan Nagar, Bengaluru
Entry: INR 499