Top Events In Bangalore In August That You Must Attend

Loya at Taj West End is hosting a special bar takeover by El Lequio, the Okinawa-based Latin-Ryukyu cocktail bar founded by Shingo Gokan and led by Satoshi Sugiura. Part of LOYA's ongoing series, Qissa, of storytelling experiences and events, this edition brings together two distinct but deeply rooted philosophies, one from the tropical islands of southern Japan, the other from the northern heartlands of India. 

When: Thursday, 21 August, from 7:30 PM onwards

Where: Loya, Taj West End, High Grounds

Price: INR 4,999 

For the first time ever, Hip Hop Tamizha Aadhi is performing live in Namma Bengaluru. For those familiar with his music, expect a night of viral hits to fan-favourite anthems to sing along with the man who made a mark in Tamil Hip Hop music. Until the show, you will find us playing Club le Mabbu le on repeat.

When: Saturday, 23 August, from 6:30 PM onwards

Where: NICE Grounds, Madavara

Price: INR 999 upwards

Cubbon Pavilion at ITC Gardenia, Bengaluru, is hosting the 'Flavours of Thanjavur' food festival. This exclusive festival offers traditions and flavours that have defined the region’s cuisine for centuries. The cuisine is known for its temple feasts and royal banquets. Guests can look forward to delights such as crispy vadas, fluffy dosas, and the flavourful pepper chicken, served traditionally on a banana leaf, and a range of sweet payasams that offer a perfect balance of taste and tradition.

When: Until August 24, from 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM 

Where: Cubbon Pavilion, ITC Gardenia, Ashok Nagar

Price: INR 3,000

This Monsoon, head to Netravathi for a monsoon trek. Located in the Chikkamagaluru district, the trek will have you going through grasslands and scenic views. You start from the base of the Netravathi River before reaching the summit, where you can get a bird's eye view of the valley and the township below. 

When: Ongoing until Friday, 29 August  

Where: Netravathi, Chikkamagaluru

Price: INR 3,299 upwards

The popular theater in JP Nagar hosts a variety of plays throughout the year. You can enjoy a diverse range of productions in Kannada, other regional languages, and English. The annual Ranga Shankara theater festival is unmissable.

When: All days except Mondays

Where: Ranga Shankara, JP Nagar

Entry: INR 150 upwards

Starting this month, Tagda Raho Ulsoor will be doing a Ladies' Night where every Friday, you can sweat it out in an all-high-energy workout session. Led by Tagda Raho's women coaches, these sessions will have you working out with traditional equipment such as Gada, Mudgar, Vajra, and Samtolas. It's designed for all women of all ages, and the workout is beginner-friendly and open to anyone looking to move, train, and connect. 

When: Every Friday from 7 PM to 8:30 PM 

Where: Tagda Raho Ulsoor, Sivanchetti Gardens 

Price: INR 699 for two

The Drawing Room by Smoke House Deli is bringing weekend cheer with Wild West Fridays, where you can groove to country-inspired music, along with well-crafted food and cocktails. Every Friday, they will have a new act that will channel the charm of the Wild West. This Friday, the act will be Mylo & Rindika, who will bring a powerful mix of retro, indie, and pop music. 

When: Every Friday, 8 PM onwards

Where: The Drawing Room, Smoke House Deli, Indiranagar

Price: Free entry

Folks in Electronic City and JP Nagar, SOCIAL in your neighbourhood is launching Midweek Karaoke Nights every Wednesday. It'll be Nick Jose, a familiar name in Bangalore’s karaoke scene, the sessions aim to create an inclusive, no-judgement space for music lovers to let loose, whether you're a seasoned singer or a first-timer. You can sing everything from nostalgic Bollywood hits to crowd-favourite pop anthems. 

When: Every Wednesday, 8 PM onwards

Where: JP Nagar SOCIAL and E-City SOCIAL

Price: Free entry 

Passenger, aka Michael Rosenberg, the indie folk singer-songwriter, is coming to India for a debut three-city tour. Produced and promoted by BookMyShow Live, this India tour is part of his larger Asia Tour, and you can catch him live in Bangalore. It's time to listen to hits like Let Her Go, Simple Song, When We Were Young, Home, and Circles live.

When: Saturday, 22 November

Where: Phoenix MarketCity, Mahadevapura

Price: INR 2,000 upwards

Dali & Gala’s ongoing IP, A Night at the Museum, returns with Dina Weber and SAPA Bakery with a menu that pays homage to Catalonia, Dalí’s birthplace, stitched with elements from his legendary cookbook, Les Dîners de Gala. Think Spanish bread served with dill butter to roasted chicken leg in a slow-cooked prune and raisin sauce, and whipped goat cheese with forest honey to a Cherry Panna Cotta.

When: Wednesday, 20 August from 7 PM to 12 midnight

Where: Dali & Gala, Museum Road

Price: A la carte. For reservations: +91 8884244988

JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru is hosting a Northeast Indian food pop-up that will bring flavours of the Seven Sisters to Bangalore. From Assam to Mizoram, Chef Gitika Saikia, an Assamese food evangelist, is doing this pop-up with the team at JW Kitchen. You can indulge in dishes such as Lau Khar, an Assamese alkaline soup made with bottle gourd, GI-tagged Kumol Saul’or Salad, Duck with Ash Gourd, Pork with Mustard Greens, and Prawns with Roselle Leaves. Oh, and don't miss out on the Black Rice Payokh, a rich Manipuri pudding with coconut flakes. 

When: August 22 to 24, from brunch and dinner 

Where: JW Kitchen, JW Marriott Hotel Bengaluru, Ashok Nagar 

Price: INR 3,250 upwards

DJ and VJ Nikhil Chinappa is doing a homecoming sundowner at Shangri-La Bengaluru after first playing at the venue eight years ago. Set on Shangri-La’s panoramic terrace, HYPE, this event will merge beats, sunsets, and unforgettable vibes. Guests can expect Chinappa’s signature style: seamless blends of global house and techno, crowd energy, and urban spectacle, making this sundowner the season’s must-attend party.

When: Sunday, 24 August, from 4 PM onwards

Where: HYPE, Shangri-La Bengaluru, Vasanth Nagar

Price: Guestlist by invitation 

August’s edition of MyBoTree's Eat Better promises to be a festive delight for all. Bringing back beloved Priya Bala and Petrichor, this session will explore cherished traditions that are woven into timeless recipes to treat both your stomach and your soul. Celebrate the joy of sharing plates, stories, and memories that warm the heart. 

When: Saturday, 30 August, from 3 PM to 4:30 PM 

Where: MyBoTree, Koramangala

Price: INR 500 per person

Openhouse is teaming up with nutritionist Ojal Kulkarni for a special playdate curated for mothers and their little ones. The event will kick off with a fun parent-child tasting ice-breaker, followed by a short, insightful session with Ojal on planning nutritious meals and routines. While parents engage in the conversation, children can enjoy sensory-rich activities designed to spark creativity and joy. A thoughtfully designed experience blending connection, learning, and play!

When: Saturday, 23 August, from 11 AM to 12:30 PM

Where: Openhouse, Indiranagar

Price: INR 999. Call or WhatsApp 9830522834 to book your spot

As part of KOKO’s signature “Raising The Bar” series, they are hosting Dubai’s most talked-about cocktail bar, Sexy Fish, for a one-night-only bar takeover. Sexy Fish is known for their theatrical mixology and bold flavours, and they are bringing five flavour-packed creations such as Miso Thirsty to Rhubarb & Custard. 

When: Thursday, 21 August, from 9 PM onwards

Where: KOKO, Jeevan Bima Nagar

Price: INR 3,500 for two

Bar Outrigger is doing a one-night-only bar takeover at BANG, where you will get to enjoy Bar Outrigger’s rum-fueled philosophy and BANG’s stunning backdrop. For their evening at BANG, expect cocktails like the eponymous Outrigger, Mexican Cannonball, The Dead Man’s Switch, and Tiki Negroni. 

When: Wednesday, 20 August, from 7 PM onwards

Where: BANG, The Ritz-Carlton, Ashok Nagar

Price: INR 3,500 for two

LBB and No. 10 Fort Cochin are doing a one-of-a-kind Onam Sadhya Supper Club that you can't miss out on if you love all things Kerala, its festivals, and the culture. This supper club has limited seats and we recommend booking quickly to enjoy the season's best. 

When: Saturday, 23 August from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM

Where: No. 10 Fort Cochin, Marathahalli

Price: INR 999

Bento Bento is doing a two-day pop-up that celebrates Asia's fiery and flavour-packed noodle dishes. The Spicy Noodles series has been curated by Chef Anumitra, and you can indulge in dishes such as as Sichuan-style Chongqing Noodles, Mee Goreng, Lanzhou Beef Noodles with Chilli Oil, and Khao Suey. 

When: August 23 and 24, for lunch and dinner 

Where: Bento Bento, Indiranagar

Price: A la carte

Le Cirque Signature at The Leela Palace Bengaluru will play host to a rare two-night culinary showcase by Michelin-starred Italian Chef Antimo Maria Merone. He will be presenting a curated tasting menu inspired by his deep-rooted Neapolitan heritage. His Hong Kong-based restaurant, Estro, has been awarded one Michelin Star for three consecutive years.

When: August 22 and 23, 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM

Where: Le Cirque Signature, The Leela Palace Bengaluru, Kodihalli,

Price: INR 8,500 per person

Good Market, an initiative to drive greater community spirit, is conducting its Sunday Market with live music, food, kids' activities, and games for the elderly. And of course, lots of stalls selling everything from jewellery to home decor and pet treats to jams and pickles. The whole idea is to bring in the spirit of community and help raise funds for the Annaswamy Mudaliar School. 

When: Sunday, 24 August from 10 AM to 5 PM 

Where: Annaswamy Mudaliar School, Frazer Town

Price: Free entry

Windmills is playing host to Sangamam, a cross-cultural collaboration that brings together three artists, Jyotsna Srikanth on violin, Smadj on oud, and Gurumurthy Vaidya on tabla, for two evenings of immersive instrumental music. This two-night performance will have you listening to musical traditions of India, the Middle East, and contemporary global sounds. 

When: August 22 and 23, from 7 PM onwards

Where: Windmills, Whitefield

Price: INR 700 upwards

The Crafts Council of Karnataka (CCK) is hosting the 33rd edition of Vastrabharana, its annual flagship exhibition and sale of handcrafted textiles and jewellery, at Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath. This event brings together weavers, designers and artisans from across India to celebrate the diversity, heritage, and innovation in Indian craft traditions. This year’s edition is inspired by the theme “Illusion and Fantasy” — a tribute to the power of imagination and storytelling in textile traditions. Some exhibition highlights include hand-embroidered sarees, Ikkats from Pochampally, Gujarat, and Odisha, Kutch weaves, and hand-painted Madhubani and Kalamkari sarees. 

 When: September 3 to 7, from 10 AM to 7:30 PM 

Where: Karnataka Chitrakala Parishath, Seshadripuram

Price: Free Entry