14 Top Events In Bangalore That Promise Wholesome Memories

The Yellow Diary is performing live this Christmas eve, where you will enjoy an evening of music that blends thought-provoking poetry with a unique, modern soundscape. 

When: Wednesday, 24 December from 9 PM onwards

Where: WL Superclub, Harlur Main Road 

Price: INR 599 onwards

BuzzinON Bar Hops is doing multiple bar hops across the city’s bars and pubs, with each night offering a unique experience — from exclusive drink menus to karaoke to dancing and a whole lot of games and activities. There will be several editions spread across Indiranagar, Koramangala, and Bellandur. 

When: Saturday, 28 December - Koramangala Edition 

Where: Multiple locations

Price: INR 699 upwards inclusive of one drink per bar and merch 

Peter Cat Recording Co. is bringing the Good Luck Beta ’24 concert series to Bangalore to celebrate their album release, BETA. The concert is curated by Pagal Haina & District. Tickets are selling out as you read this so buy yours ASAP!

When: Saturday, 28 December from 6 PM onwards

Where: Terraform, Yelahanka

Price: INR 2,499

Chowman is back with its Oriental Duck Festival which features a feast of over 21 delectable duck meat delicacies. The month-long fest, available for dine-in and delivery, will feature starters such as Duck Meat Noodle Soup, Traditional Peking Duck, Char Sui Duck Bao, and Kolkata Style Chilli Duck. For mains, dig into Butter Chilli Garlic Duck Meat & Egg Noodles, Kolkata Style Duck Meat Rice, and Hot Pepper Roasted Duck. 

When: Until December 31, from 12 PM to 10:30 PM

Where: All Chowman outlets in Bangalore

Price: INR 1,300 for two 

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

If you're looking for a night out filled with music and cheer, head to R Bar at the Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel. Every Wednesday and Friday, you'll find live music, an electric atmosphere, good vibes, and great cocktails. The Musical Nights will help you shake off your mid-week blues with trendy beats and a selection of stylish cocktails. Come Friday, whether you're a music lover or just in need of a fun night out, R Bar has all the ingredients for a great evening.

When: Every Wednesday and Friday from 8 PM onwards

Where: R Bar, Renaissance Bengaluru Race Course Hotel, Madhava Nagar

Price: A la Carte

Comic Con is back in Bangalore! Get ready for an epic showcase of comics, cosplay, collectible merch, toys, immersive fan experiences, gaming and more. It is the best weekend of 2025 yet, so be sure to get your early bird tickets! 

When: January 18 and 19 from 11 AM onwards

Where: KTPO, Whitefield 

Price: INR 899 upwards

This is not a drill. Ed Sheeran is coming to Bangalore in 2025! Bangaloreans can listen to the Shape Of You singer perform live in the Garden City for the first time. And that too across two days! After his sold-out show in Mumbai earlier this year, BookMyShow Live is bringing Ed Sheeran back for a multi-city tour in India apart from the Bangalore performance, he'll be performing at Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, Shillong and Delhi NCR. 

When: Saturday, 8 February 2025 and Sunday, 9 February 2025 from 4 PM onwards

Where: NICE Grounds, Madavara

Price: INR 3,000 upwards

Bangalore Open Air, touted to be India's biggest Hardrock and Heavy Metal festival, is returning with Jinger as the headline act in 2025. Along with Jinger, catch power-packed performances from bands such as Cynic, Suicidal Angels, Necrophobic, Midnight Danger, Demonic Ressurection, and Peekay.  

When: Saturday, 8 February from 2 PM onwards

Where: Royal Orchid Resort & Convention Centre, Yelahanka

Price: INR 3,999 onwards

Sonu Nigam, the Bollywood singer known for his soulful voice and versatility will be performing live with a mix of Bollywood hits, romantic songs, and Kannada chartbusters. You don't want to miss this concert especially if you love Sonu Nigam and his songs. 

When: Sunday, 23 February from 7:30 PM onwards

Where: Phoenix MarketCity, Mahadevapura

Price: INR 1,499 onwards

The Bengaluru Drum Fest is back! And this time the events promise to be, bigger and bolder than earlier. As a one-of-a-kind festival that celebrates the art of drumming, this event will feature talents from India and around the world such as Peter Szendofi, Ranjit Barot, David Joseph, Ghatam Giridhar Udupa, and Anupam Ghatak. Plus, there's a special performance, solos by drumming legends, and drum face off. 

When: Friday, 31 January, from 7 PM onwards

Where: Chowdiah Memorial Hall, Malleshwaram

Price: INR 600 onwards

It's touted to be the biggest celebration of Japanese culture in India and it's on the 20th anniversary this year. Japan Habba's theme this year is celebrating Everything Japan. There will be 4+ stages, 30+ events and experiences, and 70+ stalls and experience zones that bring the sights, sounds and tastes of Japan to Bangalore. Don't miss out on the live acts, and hands-on experiences such as kimono wearing, Japanese calligraphy, tea ceremony, and manga workshop. 

When: Sunday, 12 January, from 10 AM onwards

Where: Chamara Vajra, Jayamahal

Price: INR 399

For his fourth comedy tour, Kanan Gill returns to the stage where he examines the many ways of being, the very idea of being and the ultimately unsatisfactory nature of experience. All with jokes of course, since this is a comedy show after all. 

When: January, 24, 25 and 26 from 8 PM onwards

Where: Good Shepherd Auditorium, Richmond Town

Price: INR 799 upwards

Bata Boy and Crocs Girl is comedian Nirmal Pillai’s maiden directorial. It’s a film of 40 minutes in length and tells the story of Gokul and Ishita - two very different people who in their words, “like each other, hang out with each other and have sex. But aren’t in a relationship.” It stars Kripali, Nirmal, Manoj Mani, and Abishek Kumar in a special role. The screening event is about 40 minutes followed by hangout, discussion and Q&As with Nirmal for another 30 minutes, before wrapping with a meet and greet.

When: Saturday, 28 December 7:30 PM onwards

Where: BIC, Domlur

Price: INR 499