Things to do in Mumbai this week

Attending Falguni Pathak live show and getting a major dose of Garba has become an annual ritual for Mumbaikers. The nine-night celebration of Navratri Utsav this year promises live music, Garba, and plenty of festive energy with the singer’s hit songs like Chudi Jo Khanki Haathon Mein and Maine Payal Hai Chhankai in an indoor venue. You can also take a break from the dance floor and indulge in the food and beverage options available at the venue while you continue vibing with the festive energy.

When: Sunday, October 11 to Monday, October 19

Where: Jio World Convention Centre, BKC

Entry: ₹2200 onwards

Chef Sohini Bhattacharyya and Floydian Cookery will unite at Public Beer Hall & Snack Bar to bring regional Bengali dishes with seasonal ingredients and comforting home-style flavours to the table. The 15-plus-course feast is served on banana leaves and journeys through Bengal’s diverse landscapes before landing in its home kitchens. You’ll find a menu celebrating lesser-seen flavours and dishes that don’t always make it to the Pujo table. If your idea of Bengali food is to dig deeper into the cuisine, add this to your food trail list this festive season.

When: Sat-Sun, October 17-18, 12pm and 2pm
Where: The Quorum, Lower Parel
Entry: ₹1900++ (Veg)
₹2600++ (Non-veg)

It's time to level up your weekend at GamingCon Bharat 2026, where gamers, esports fans, developers, and creators gather under one roof. The two-day event will spotlight emerging Indian game developers, cosplay, and a conference exploring the industry, careers, and the role of AI in the gaming sector. There’s plenty to keep both hardcore gamers and casual players occupied at this event. So – it's time to charge those controllers and get ready for a weekend where gaming takes over Mumbai.

When: Saturday-Sunday, October 17-18, 11am

Where: Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon

Entry: ₹249 onwards

Mexican artist José Zendejas Foyo debuts in India with a solo exhibition at Anupa Mehta Contemporary Art (AMCA) in Colaba: Amores (meaning 'Loves'). This exhibition explores the multiple ways of experiencing love – toxic, fleeting romance, the ones we lost, and idealised relationships. The art show invites viewers – whether you’re a contemporary art lover or simply exploring various forms of art – to connect with these emotions through colour, mood and memory through the painter's work.

When: From Thursday, October 8 to Wednesday, November 18, 11am to 6pm 

Where: Anupa Mehta Contemporary Art, Colaba 

Entry: Free 

If you love theatre performances that lean into memory, grief, and everything that is left unsaid, then you shouldn’t miss Traasadi, directed, written, and performed by actor-writer Manav Kaul. This Hindi play follows a deeply personal journey through a mother’s loss and repentance that follows her absence. Expect a show that focuses on the comforting idea of the mother transforming into the ache of regret, exploring themes of grief and pain that can reshape a memory.

When: Thursday, October 15, 7:15pm

Where: NCPA, Nariman Point

Entry: ₹ 450/- (Plus GST) onwards for Members

500/- (Plus GST) onwards for Non-members

JSW and Gujral Foundation bring Satish Gujral: The Modernist Returns exhibition, bringing over 100 artworks spanning paintings, sculpture, drawing, mixed media and architecture. Curated by Pramod KG, this landmark exhibition traces Gujral’s incredible journey across disciplines and photographs, personal archives, and more. The presentation at Modern Art Gallery explores the artist’s formative years in Mumbai and his experiences of encounters with Mexican muralists and Partition. It will also feature a panel discussion and walkthroughs, screenings, and artist engagements. 

When: From Friday, October 9 to Friday, November 20

Where: National Gallery of Modern Art, Fort

Entry: Free

If you think board games are just Monopoly and Ludo, then India’s tabletop gaming convention is back for two days of tournaments, strategy, playtesting, and several opportunities to discover your next favourite game. Expect everything from strategy and party games to social deduction sessions and a dedicated Family Zone for young players. The convention will also bring game designers, exhibitors and more industry professionals, with playtesting sessions and workshops to offer a closer look at how tabletop games are created. This is a place to go if you’re a casual player, a seasoned strategist, or a curious mind.

When: Saturday-Sunday, October 17-18, 11am

Where: Bombay Exhibition Centre, Goregaon

Entry: ₹ 1200 onwards