What’s On in Delhi This Weekend: These Events You Can’t Miss
From soulful Qawwali nights and electrifying live music to poetic performances, pottery dates, and museum walks—Delhi NCR is packed with weekend experiences you’ll want to bookmark. Here’s your ultimate guide to the most exciting events happening this weekend.
Royal Qawwali Night ft. Nizami Bandhu
Let the powerful voices of Nizami Bandhu transport you through centuries of Sufi tradition. Known for Kun Faya Kun from Rockstar, the group will fill the Siri Fort Auditorium with divine energy.
When: 17 May | Time: 8:00 PM
Where: Siri Fort Auditorium, Delhi
Tickets: ₹699 onwards
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Zikrr Live
Get ready to groove to a night of soul-touching Sufi-rock fusion as Zikrr Band brings its electrifying live set to Studio XO. Expect crowd favourites, powerful vocals, and contagious energy.
When: 17 May | Time: 9:30 PM
Where: Studio XO Bar, Gurugram
Tickets: ₹499 onwards
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Open Mic – Poetry & Storytelling
Calling all wordsmiths and storytellers! Platform 13 offers a cozy, supportive space to share your poetry, spoken word, or personal stories. A must-attend for Delhi’s creative crowd.
When: 18 May | Time: 1:30 PM
Where: IndiOwl-Platform 13, Delhi
Tickets: ₹200
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Main Tenu Phir Milangi by Laksh Maheshwari
Step into the world of Sahir Ludhianvi, Amrita Pritam, and Imroz—three iconic voices of love and resistance. This intimate storytelling session blends poetry and performance.
When: 17 May | Time: 4:30 PM
Where: Lok Kala Manch, New Delhi
Tickets: ₹499 onwards
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Pottery Date
Sculpt memories with your partner in a hands-on pottery date. Sip coffee, shape clay, and enjoy a cozy escape into creativity—perfect for couples looking for something new.
When: 18 May | Time: 12:30 PM
Where: Barista, Defence Colony, Delhi
Tickets: ₹999
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Hand Built Pottery
Relax, create, and connect with clay at this guided pottery session at Blue Tokai. Whether you’re a beginner or just need a break from screens, this tactile experience is therapeutic and fun.
When: 18 May | Time: 3:00 PM
Where: Blue Tokai, Kalkaji, Delhi
Tickets: ₹899
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Gaurav Kapoor Live
Gaurav Kapoor’s sharp wit and relatable humour have made him one of India’s top comics. Catch him live before the tickets vanish—because nothing beats laughing in a full house.
When: Till 17 May | Time: 7:00 PM
Where: The Laugh Store, DLF Cyberhub, Gurugram
Tickets: ₹1999 onwards
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Dastan-e-Raj Kapoor
Part of Habitat Film Festival, this curated performance dives into the life, love, and legacy of the legendary Raj Kapoor—an experience for cinema buffs and history lovers alike.
When: 16 May | Time: 6:00 PM
Where: Stein Auditorium, India Habitat Centre, Delhi
Tickets: ₹200 onwards
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Cartographies of Cloth
Mark International Museum Day with this unique textile-based storytelling workshop. Stitch your story, reflect on identity, and explore memory through material.
When: 18 May | Time: 11:00 AM
Where: KNMA Art & Craft Museum, Noida
Tickets: ₹250
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Brew Basics: Mastering the French Press
Love coffee? This beginner-friendly French Press workshop by Kaapi Machines and Something’s Brewing is the perfect way to upgrade your home brewing skills.
When: 17 May | Time: 11:00 AM
Where: Kaapi Machines India, Delhi
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