Things to do in Delhi this week

Georgia and Azerbaijan don't get nearly enough real estate on Delhi's food calendar, so K3, New Delhi's Food Theatre, is fixing that with a five-day pop-up built entirely around the Caspian's cooking. Chef Asif Hidayetov and Chef Latif Meybullayev have built a formidable lineup of a menu. Khinkali, Qutab and Chicken Chakhokhbili carry the mains, and live stations will turn out Khachapuri, Lavash, Shashlik and Lyulya kebabs. Dessert isn't an afterthought either. Pakhlava, Shekerbura, Gata and Churchkhela all show up to close things out.

When: August 19-23, 7pm-11pm. August 23 brunch: 12.30pm-3.30pm.
Where: K3, JW Marriott New Delhi Aerocity
Price: ₹4,050 (dinner) | ₹4,399 (Friday dinner) | ₹4,399 (Sunday brunch without alcohol), ₹5,699++ (Sunday brunch with alcohol)

It's beyond cinema screenings. The Jagran Film Festival is bringing an exclusive session with Imtiaz Ali: expect discussions on Ali's cinema and his storytelling. The Delhi chapter is popping up between 20 and 23 August 2026. Around since 2010, the huge travelling film festival is a Jagran Prakashan Group initiative aimed at appreciating cinematic art beyond the major metro cities. JFF fosters this culture by inviting filmmakers and movie buffs. As audience members, expect interactions with the national and international cast and crew, and participate in Q&A sessions.

When: August 20 and 23, 9.30 am onwards

Where: Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Janpath, New Delhi

Tickets: ₹500 onwards

We know Rashmeet for her ability to blend raw Punjabi folk and classical Indian music with transnational hip-hop, electronic, and pop sounds. She literally began her career by going on tour with musicians from Bollywood in 2011, singing along. And now, this month, the singer, songwriter, and performer is coming for a live night in Delhi. Expect an electric setlist featuring her major hits like 'Nadiyon Paar', 'Bajre Da Sitta', 'Ishq Nachaawe ', and 'Janiye'. Score your tickets before they sell out. 

When: August 22, 8pm

Where: Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

Tickets: ₹1,000 onwards

Delhi (and India) will be hosting the 2026 BWF World Championships, the first time since 2009. The 30th edition of the World Badminton Championship, as usual, is organised under the aegis of Badminton World Federation and features Men’s singles and doubles, and Women’s singles and doubles. We’ve all done the badminton evenings in Delhi – this might be interesting to show up to, at least to learn new techniques to beat the crap out of your neighbour at the game.

When: August 17-23, multiple slots

Where: Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi

Tickets: ₹500 onwards

In an exhibit for kids in an urban city, you expect to be barraged by colour. Not this one. Toys meant to be pulled and hugged and made fun of. There’s a massive wall and upper floor of paintings, clothes the hues of which rather remind us of The Magic School Bus, mini ecosystems, rugs, kaleidoscopes and books to push through on beanbags. Mugs and kites and board games. Soft music that might be jazz but also might be pop. 

When: Until August 23. Tues-Sun, 12pm-7pm.

Where: Method, Delhi D Block, Basement, D-59, Defence Colony, New Delhi, Delhi 110024

Entry: Free

 It’s back to our Bollywood roots with this edition of Candlelight Concerts. Still a relatively new concept in India, the series is bringing live music under the stars: from Bollywood favourites from legends like Arijit Singh to timeless Sufi classics. A sea of flickering candles, intimate seating, and an atmosphere that feels warm, dreamy and nocturnal. Kind of a rare thing in Delhi – no, we’re not counting the high-end bars.

When: August 1 and 22 

Where: Multiple venues

Tickets: ₹1,300 onwards