Weekend Guide: Things to Do in Delhi NCR
The third weekend of January brings together a wide mix of experiences across Delhi NCR — from large-scale festivals and live music to theatre, comedy, workshops, and fitness events. Whether you’re looking for a high-energy crowd, a cultural performance, or something quieter and reflective, this weekend offers plenty of options.
Here’s a curated guide to what’s happening between Friday, 16 January and Sunday, 18 January 2026.
Fake Shaadi
Connaught Place SOCIAL hosts a themed party night designed around the energy and chaos of a wedding celebration. Expect music, dancing, and a crowd-led evening rather than a conventional club night.
Date & Time: 16 January 2026 | 8:00 PM
Venue: Connaught Place SOCIAL, CP, Delhi
Tickets: ₹1,000
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11th India International Dance & Music Festival
This multi-day festival brings together international performers and Indian classical artists for open-air evenings of music and dance. With participation from artists across several countries, the festival focuses on cultural exchange and traditional art forms.
Dates & Time: 16–18 January 2026 | 4:00 PM onwards
Venue: Baansera Park, Sarai Kale Khan, Delhi
Entry: Free
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Delhi Champion Half Marathon
A city marathon that encourages participation across age groups, focusing on fitness and community engagement. The event is suitable for both seasoned runners and first-time participants.
Date & Time: 18 January 2026 | 6:00 AM
Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi
Registration fee: ₹599 onwards
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Burnout City India
Burnout City India is a large-scale youth festival combining automotive showcases, live entertainment, creator culture, and music. It attracts car enthusiasts alongside general festival-goers looking for a high-energy daytime event.
Date & Time: 17 January 2026 | 12:00 PM
Venue: NSIC Exhibition Ground, Gate 6, Delhi
Tickets: ₹499 onwards
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India Music Collective Jamming at PVLF 2026
This live jamming session focuses on collaboration and improvisation, bringing together musicians in a shared performance setting. The event is designed as a relaxed, immersive listening experience rather than a conventional concert.
Date & Time: 17 January 2026 | 4:00 PM
Venue: Little Theatre Group (LTG) Auditorium, Delhi
Tickets: ₹349
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Milind Gaba Live
Milind Gaba performs live at Jalisco with a set built around popular Punjabi-pop tracks and high-energy crowd interaction.
Date & Time: 17 January 2026 | 8:00 PM
Venue: Jalisco Brews & Bites, Greater Noida
Tickets: ₹1,099 onwards
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Things I Know to Be True
An intimate theatre production exploring family relationships, generational expectations, and emotional fault lines within a seemingly stable household. The play focuses on how change disrupts long-held assumptions.
Dates & Time: 17–18 January 2026 | 7:00 PM
Venue: Museo Camera
Tickets: ₹750
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Alok – Hairy Situation Comedy Tour
An observational stand-up comedy show built around identity, everyday absurdities, and personal storytelling. The performance blends humour with reflective moments.
Date & Time: 18 January 2026 | 7:00 PM
Venue: NCUI Auditorium & Convention Centre, Hauz Khas, Delhi
Tickets: ₹1,999 onwards
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Sufi Basant ft. Harshit
A performance combining poetry, storytelling, and Qawwali, inspired by the spiritual bond between Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya and Amir Khusro. The event focuses on narrative-driven musical expression.
Date & Time: 18 January 2026 | 4:00 PM
Venue: IndiOwl – Platform 13, Delhi
Tickets: ₹349
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If Seeds Could Speak of the Past
Part of the Artist in Me series, this hands-on workshop explores wax sculpting as a medium for understanding memory, repetition, and time. Led by artist Sewali Deka, the session focuses on material-led thinking and tactile processes.
Date & Time: 17 January 2026 | 11:00 AM
Venue: Humayun’s Tomb Museum, Delhi
Tickets: ₹300
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