Here are the hottest events in Delhi to enjoy the season and all the festivities that come with it. Check out events to look forward to in May 2024! From concerts to exhibitions, we've got your weekend plans covered. Let's dive right in!
Concerts To Exhibitions: Best Events To Attend In Delhi In May
IPL 2024 Live
If you love cricket, you probably won’t miss the chance to watch some of your favourite cricket players play for your city. The 64th match of the season is Delhi Capitals vs. Lucknow Super Giants. The match might not be happening in the city but we sure can enjoy the screening.
When: 14 May, 7:30 PM onwards
Where: The Terrace, Ghaziabad
Price: INR 999 onwards
Anubhav Singh Bassi Live
Stand up comedy gigs are the perfect summer event! You get to laugh till your stomach hurts in the sweet relief of air conditioning and order yourself a tub of cold beer with some finger food. This time Anubhav Singh Bassi is back with some new material to make this experience even better.
When: 25 May, 7 PM onwards
Where: Pt Deen Dayal Upadhyay Auditorium, Ghaziabad
Price: INR 999 onwards
Puppy Yoga
Puppy yoga has been a hit, and we're here for it. If you've not tried it yet, we urge you to head straight to this event. Paws & Poses is hosting a pawsome puppy yoga session for you to relax and bond with puppies.
When: 11 May, 11 AM
Where: BoulderBox, Vasant Kunj
Price: INR 999 onwards
Pro-Tip: Check out places in Delhi that hold regular puppy yoga workshops!
Pottery Painting
Pottery is a super fun and creative hobby. We've tried our hands at it, and it's pure joy. One of the most enjoyable parts about it is painting it. Painting ceramics is a whole ordeal, and to help you experts will help you and guide you through the process while teaching you techniques and sharing tips.
When: 12 May
Where: Multiple locations
Price: INR 799
Mother's Day Workshop
If you're planning to spend Sunday with your lovely mom for Mother's Day, head straight to this workshop organised by Amala Earth in collaboration with Sirohi. It's a mini charpai weaving workshop where you'll learn a new skill from skilled artisans. You get to take your creation home and cherish it for years to come.
When: 12 May, 3 PM to 5 PM
Where: Amala Earth Concept Store, Vasant Vihar
Price: INR 1,500
Electric Summer
Expect a slush bar, pop-ups, groovy music and electric vibes at Dirty Jungle this weekend. The high-energy dance floor warms you up, and the slushies cool you down. The artist lineup includes Akshay B2B Madhur, Pujara, Saranya, and Akansha.
When: 12 May, 7 PM onwards
Where: Dirty Jungle
Price: Free
Qawwali by Nizami Bandhu
If you couldn’t stop humming to Kun Faya Kun back in 2011 when Rockstar was released (and even now, whenever the song plays), you'd be happy to know that the same band will be performing live in Delhi. Ustad Chand Nizami, Shadab Faridi and Sohrab Faridi Nizami of Nizami Bandhu will ensure you have an unforgettable night with the most soulful music.
When: 30 May, 7 PM
Where: Kamani Auditorium
Price: INR 499
Whip Worship by Whipmantra
Whip Worship is a car meet for every car enthusiast to meet like-minded individuals. There will be a showcase of exotic supercars, customised vehicles and classic rides. They also have stalls from various industry leaders and engaging activities for all ages.
When: 12 May, 5 PM onwards
Where: M3M Urbana Business Park, Gurgaon
Price: INR 499 onwards
Open Air Cinema - Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani
Open air cinema is one of our favourite concepts to revisit some of the most iconic and memorable movies. This time SCC is screening Yeh Jawaani Hai Dewaani. The gates open at 7 PM and the movie starts at 7:30 PM. The seats are on first come first serve basis so make sure that you come early for good seats. Food and beverages are available at the venue.
When: 25 May, 7 PM onwards
Where: Binge Central, Noida
Price: INR 550
Permish Verma Live
Punjabi music enthusiasts can't say no to a performance by Parmish Verma. Expect to groove to his hits like 'Taur Nala Shada', 'Rubicon Drill' and 'No Reason', among others.
When: 18 May, 8 PM
Where: Diego Club, Gurgaon
Price: INR 3,000 onwards
Kathika Cultural Experiences
Kathika is a unique haveli turned museum and cultural centre located in Sita Ram Bazar, Old Delhi. They're organising Kathika Cultural Experience, a one-of-a-kind experience where you get to dive into the world of the old-world charm of Purani Dilli, its grandeur and tehzeeb. This includes a live musical jugalbandi of Indian Classical instruments, a kathak performance and a DIY handcrafted workshop in the form of painting terracotta plates, pottery, calligraphy and bookmark making. The day ends with a curated walkthrough of the museum and a culinary experience with the delicacies of Purani Dilli. You can book by contacting David at 9811276231 or Lovely at 9650339839, but they also entertain walk-ins.
When: Every day except Mondays, 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM
Where: Kathika Cultural Centre
Price: INR 750 onwards
Lodhi Reads
Lodhi Reads is a reading community that meets every weekend for a few hours to read in peace together. You're supposed to carry a mat, some snacks and just sit and chill. This isn't a book club, there are no greetings; it's just perfect. They do a group photo at the end of it, which isn't mandatory, but you can join if you want. There's plenty of shade, and it's in the evening so you don't have to worry about the sun making you uncomfortable. If you live in Gurgaon, there's also a Gurgaon Reads community.
When: Every Saturday, 4.30 PM to 7.30 PM
Where: Lodhi Garden
Price: Free
National Gallery Of Modern Art
NGMA is a place of joy, understanding and learning for people who are aesthetes. It acquires and preserves modern art from the 1850s onwards. They also have virtual galleries one of which is Amrita Shergil’s work, the gallery owns more than 100 paintings by the famous painter.
When: Every day except Mondays, from 10 AM to 5 PM
Where: NGMA, Jaipur House, Shershah Road
Price: Free for children, INR 20 for adults, and INR 500 for foreigners.
