For all the hustle you are going to experience this week, it is only right that you give yourself a much-needed break over the weekend. We don’t mean lying starfish on your couch without pants. As enticing as that sounds, you’d certainly regret missing the jam-packed weekend schedule Mumbai is bringing. With some of the best upcoming concerts, great Italian food in town, and shopping through treasure-trove streets, there is much in Mumbai to add to your calendar. With that, we have curated the most spectacular and memorable things to do this weekend in Mumbai (September 4 to 6).
Experience grand Dahi Handi celebrations
The highlight of the weekend takes over Mumbai’s streets this Saturday. Following Janmashtami on Friday, Dahi Handi transforms the city into an electric arena as thousands of Govinda pathaks build multi-story human pyramids to break suspended curd pots amidst roaring crowds, dhol-tasha drumming, and rain dances.
Note: Check road closures and traffic diversions beforehand
🎟️Free entry!
Catch the 5th edition of Ajivasan ACT
Music and art lovers can head to Ajivasan Music Academy for the 5th edition of Ajivasan ACT. An annual celebration shocases student talent alongside performances by seasoned artists. This year brings together some of the most celebrated storytellers and voices, such as acclaimed Vishal Bharadwaj, Gulzar, Zakir Khan, and many more.
🎟️Book your tickets here
Immerse in a mesmerising candlight concert
Experience live instrumental music under the warm, atmospheric glow of thousands of LED candles as the global Candlelight Concerts series presents three back-to-back tribute showcases in a single evening. Set inside the Grand Ballroom at Sofitel BKC, an Indian classical ensemble performs 60-minute acoustic renditions across three distinct sessions, Tribute to A.R. Rahman, Mehfil-e-sufi, and a tribute to the Arjit Singh’s hits.
🎟️Candlelight: Tribute to A.R. Rahman (17:00)
🎟️Candlelight: Mehfil-e-Sufi (19:00)
🎟️Candlelight: Tribute to Arijit Singh (21:00)
Catch the theatrical experience of Mere Krishn
Experience a monumental Broadway-style theatrical spectacle tracing the life, philosophy, and legacy of Lord Krishna. Starring Sourabh Raaj Jain in the titular role alongside Pooja B. Sharma and Arpit Ranka, Mere Krishn spans 21 vivid scenes across his childhood in Vrindavan, the epic Mahabharat, and his final moments in Dwarka. Combining music rendered by Shaan, choreography, live sets, and immersive multimedia, this 3-hour Hindi production is an unmissable cultural highlight for the Janmashtami weekend
🎟️ Book your tickets here
Bend reality at the Paradox Museum
Wondering where to spend your adult money? Paradox Museum is exactly what you need: fun, mind-bending, and very Instagrammable. It is packed with 50+ immersive optical illusions and paradoxes. You can also stand upside down, change your height, and hang inside Mumbai’s only zero-gravity room.
🎟️Book your tickets here.
Attend a Broadway-style musical of The Wizard of Oz
Follow the yellow brick road to the historic Royal Opera House as L. Frank Baum’s timeless classic, Wizard of Oz, comes to life in a dazzling Broadway-style theatrical production. It features vibrant stage sets, elaborate costumes, live orchestral music, and iconic numbers like “Over the Rainbow”. This family-friendly musical brings Dorothy, Toto, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, and the Cowardly Lion to life.
🎟️Book your tickets here
Play a game of Playopoly
After a wildly chaotic, sold-out first round, Playopoly- human-size Monopoly returns for a high-stakes turf takeover! Limited to just 20 spots, you don’t just roll the dice—you are the giant game piece. Players are divided into teams on the spot with total strangers, then dive into 90 minutes of buying iconic Mumbai properties, collecting rent, tackling physical challenges, and pulling off hilarious, friendly betrayals on the pitch.
🎟️Book your tickets here
Laugh out loud at Varun Grover’s Love, Death & Ketchup
National Award-winning lyricist, writer, and comedian Varun Grover brings his brand-new stand-up solo, Love, Death & Ketchup. We bill this as his most personal and structurally experimental show yet. Moreover, the performance revolves around two of his most irrational fears: death and the world running out of ketchup (???). Expect sharp observations, morbidly bizarre stories, and deeply relatable humour delivered in his signature reflective style.
🎟️Book your tickets here
Attend TIBC’s anniversary party with DJ Rayska
South Mumbai’s premier indoor climbing gym, The Indian Bouldering Company (TIBC), celebrates one year of sends, falls, and community culture with an all-day anniversary bash! The day kicks off with open bouldering sessions across their signature walls, local lifestyle pop-up stalls, and an open-mic community concert for singing, poetry, and stand-up. As night falls after 9 PM, the space becomes the TIBC After Dark party, featuring live sets by DJ Rayska and a late-night community rave.
🎟️Book your tickets here
Attend a Hyrox Party
Turn fitness into a full-blown rave at HYROX PARTY 2.0, by All You Can Mooove. This high-energy, team-based workout converts the iconic HYROX functional fitness circuit into an electric party atmosphere. Come paired with your favourite workout buddy or show up solo to be matched on the spot. Every attendee gets an official One8 Tee. Moreover, registered HYROX Mumbai participants can even win a complete race-day kit by One8.
🎟️ Book your tickets here
Get competitive at Gamera
If you are planning for a friendly hangout, nothing says fun like spending an entire day at a gaming arcade. Have a friendly bowling match with glow-in-the-dark alleys, put your best game on at the pool table or dabble in some friendly competition with the 40+ arcade games to choose from. Your Instagram feed will soon be blowing up with the spectacular ambience of Gamera.
🎟️Book your slot here
Take to the streets after dark with Midnight Cycling
Mumbai looks gorgeous at night, especially when the traffic slows down, roads are emptier, high-rises twinkle with a billion lights, and the distant sea waves start humming. If you have ever fantasised about exploring the city at night, this is your best bet. A recurring event every Saturday, grab your backpack, bring a friend, and get cycling with a community through the empty streets of South Mumbai. In addition, you will be covering a distance of 30 km.
🎟️ Book your slot here.
Get a sugar rush at Veronica x Manam’s Get Baked pop-up
Bandra’s favourite sandwich shop and bakery, Veronica’s, partners with Hyderabad’s acclaimed craft chocolate maker Manam Chocolate for a decadent two-day weekend pop-up. Get Baked features an exclusive, limited-run menu of craft chocolate bakes, single-origin cacao drinks, artisanal pastries, and savoury-sweet sandwich specials curated jointly by both culinary teams.
We recommend arriving early to beat the queue.
🎟️ Walk-ins only!
Rahuls, meet your Anjalis
Channel your inner 90s Bollywood nostalgia with Silli’s Rahul-Anjali Meet-Up. Packed with interactive icebreaker games, playful group challenges, and casual conversation, this relaxed gathering welcomes singles, friends, and pop-culture lovers alike. If your name is Rahul, Anjali, Tina or Aman, you are welcome to this evening of great laughter and cute banter.
🎟️Book your spot here
The Bombay Bookclub meet-up for girls and gays
The Bombay Bookclub presents its biggest gathering yet —a free, walk-in community festival curated exclusively for women and queer folks. The meet-up features a curated flea market with local vendors and secondhand books, an open canvas painting workshop, and a unique ‘Write One, Get One’ stranger letter-writing corner with prompts provided. Official totes and pins will be available, with all proceeds directly funding future free book club events.
🎟️RSVP here
Attend a beach run and breakfast sesh
Kick off your Sunday morning with a refreshing Beach Run at Juhu Beach organised by The Soshio Club. Designed for all fitness levels, the morning starts with a guided 3K or 5K beach run along the shoreline, followed by post-run protein shots by ReAlign Wellness and an interactive AMA health audit led by Fit India Ambassador and diet expert Swati Sodhi. Afterwards, head over to Bayleaf Cafe for breakfast and to unwind, refuel, and connect with fellow community runners.
🎟️Book your tickets here
Immerse in Rajadhiraaj: Love.Life.Leela musical play
Experience the world’s first mega-musical on Shri Krishna as Rajadhiraaj: Love. Life. Leela returns to Mumbai. Written by Prasoon Joshi with an original score by Sachin-Jigar, this grand theatrical production brings together over 180 performers, 1,800 custom costumes designed by Neeta Lulla, visual projections, and dynamic live music. The show chronicles Lord Krishna’s journey from the idyllic groves of Vrindavan to the majestic throne of Dwarka.
🎟️Book your tickets here
