Things to do in Mumbai this week

This is not your regular arts festival. A typical Mumbai Arts Festival usually means South Bombay, the same elite art galleries scattered around a five-mile radius. The world can sometimes feel exclusionary, reserved only for experts with a vast knowledge on the subject, but the Alti Palti festival is here to change that. The idea is to make art accessible and a constant in as many lives as possible. You shouldn't have to commute hours to view great art. The festival is hosted every weekend this month at 13 venues across the city, not just South Bombay and Bandra. There’s exhibitions, dance performances, film screenings and much much more. Be sure to peruse through the website and grab passes for events that interest you. 

Dates: 
Weekend 1, South Bombay: April 3-5
Weekend 2, Bandra: April 11-12
Weekend 3, North Mumbai: April 18-19
Weekend 4, Andheri: April 25-26

Address: Various

Price: Weekend Pass ₹750, Festival Pass  ₹1,200

Is India’s beloved comedian Kanan Gill approaching a mid-life crisis? Possibly. Is he touring while in the throes of it? Absolutely. The man just knows how to make existential crises funny and we can thank being in your mid-30s for that. It’s wit with a sharp edge. Deep. Hard hitting and hilarious. Your cynicism is more than welcome here. Get tickets for his Mumbai show on BookMyShow. 

Date: Friday, April 24, 8pm

Address: Aspee Auditorium, Laxminarayan Mandir Complex, Malad - Marve Rd, next to Nutan School, Malad, Malad West, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400064

Price:  ₹799 onwards 

Nothing beats the chokehold cricket has this city in, not even a gruelling heatwave.  Just as we’re done celebrating India’s success in the T20 World Cup, IPL season is in full swing! The 33rd match of the tournament will be taking place at the infamous Wankhede Stadium this month between resident team Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings. The ultimate IPL rivalry is back.  Unfortunately but unsurprisingly tickets are officially sold out, but if you do manage to grab some, be sure to be jumbotron ready just in case. 

Date: Thursday, April 23, 7.30pm onwards

Address: Wankhede Stadium, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Rd, Churchgate, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020

Price: ₹5,500 onwards

Sufi music nourishes the soul, and if you're looking for something a little more traditional at a beautiful venue, the Royal Opera House is hosting an evening tribute to the historic art of Qawwali, and the voices behind it. Sung by The KM Sufi Ensemble from the AR Rahman School of Music, it’s a thoughtful attempt at preserving the rich heritage of the art form. Tickets are available on the official Royal Opera House website.

Date: Saturday, April 25, 7pm

Address: Royal Opera House, Mama Paramanand Marg, Charni Road East, Opera House, Girgaon, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400004

Price:  ₹2,999 onwards

It’s a first-time ever headliner comedy night at the NSCI Dome featuring 14 comedians across two days on one stage. You do not have to conveniently excuse yourself during filler performances as there will be none. RIP your tummy as it won’t catch a break - the laughing induced stitches are about to be diabolical. It’s an all star lineup from Gaurav Gupta to Anubhav Singh Bassi, Atul Khatri, Harsh Gujral, Gurleen Pannu and many more. Tickets available on District. 

Date: Friday 24 - Saturday 25 April 

Address: NSCI Dome, Lala Lajpatrai Marg, Lotus Colony, Worli, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400018

Price: ₹750 onwards

The hilarious YouTuber and stand-up comedian is performing a slew of shows for the month of March and April. The creator, who has amassed over 8 million followers across social media is best known for his hilarious ex-law student anecdotes, stories of personal failings and conversational humour. Tickets are selling fast on BookMyShow. 

Date: Friday, March 27th - Friday, April 24th, 8pm

Address: Birla Matushri Sabhagriha, No. 19, Vitthaldas Thackersey Marg, New Marine Lines, Marine Lines, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400020

Price:  ₹799 onwards

The legendary Hindi playback singer is the voice behind some of Bollywood’s best tunes and he’s taking to the stage to perform them all for one night only in Mumbai this week. Hear hits like Gun Gun Guna, Tujhko Na Dekhun and Pardesi Pardesi live. Get your tickets on BookMyShow

Date: Sunday, April 26, 7pm onwards 

Address: Shanmukhananda Hall, 292, Com. Harbanslal Marg, Sion East, 13, Comrade Harbanslal Marg, Namdev Koli Marg, Sion, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400022

Price: ₹4,999 onwards 

Some of the most revered voices of Hindustani music, Pt Ulhas Kashalkar ji and Pt Purbayan Chatterjee ji captivate both younger and older audiences with their depth, knowledge and embodiment of the art form. It’s a fascinating night of a maestro and his protege in their element. Tickets available on BookMyShow. 

Date: Friday, April 24, 6.30pm

Address: Nehru Centre, Dr Annie Besant Rd, Lotus Colony, Worli, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400018

Price:  ₹500 onwards