Chennai makkale, if the corporate hustle has paused your fun, then this list of top events happening in the city this August 2025 is all you need to get back into the groove. There's something for everyone— from concerts, standup shows, poetry reciting, live music at cafes, and more. Read on!
11 Best Events In Chennai In August 2025 You Cannot Miss
Overview
- 1. Punching Up Comedy Marathon
- 2. Halwa by Amit Tandon
- 3. Pizza Playdate
- 4. Coffee Conversations
- 5. Daily Ka Kaam Hai Ft. Aakash Gupta
- 6. Cap Mania Tour Ft. Himesh Reshammiya
- 7. Glass Bottle Painting Workshop
- 8. Hukum World Tour
- 9. Candlelight Concert: Best Of Tamil Movie Soundtracks
- 10. Tribute To Legends Ft. The Muddy Marmalade
- 11. Echoes of Payne
Punching Up Comedy Marathon
If you are not one for a single artist comedy show, then this comedy marathon by Punching Up is where you should head. 14 comics and a two-hour show with endless chuckles. The best part? This gig is set to spotlight 14 upcoming comics, so get ready to discover your next favourite comedian!
When: 8 August, 8 PM
Where: Punch Unpaid Therapist
Entry: INR 249
Halwa by Amit Tandon
Amit Tandon's 'Halwa' is a bittersweet rendition of married life, based on Tandon's personal experience of being married for 22 years. It navigates relationships through arguments, rut, parenting and evolving as individuals while staying together.
When: 9 August, 3 PM and 6 PM
Where: M.S. Subbulakshmi Auditorium
Entry: INR 799 onwards
Pizza Playdate
If your little tots are tired of the same old parks and museum visits, then it's time to surprise them with this fun workshop where they will learn to make pizzas from scratch. Knead, roll, and toss them around, and yes, even exclude the veggies they don't like. Perfect for ages five and up, they will discover a variety of sauces and topping combos, guided by expert chefs.
When: 9 August, 11 AM onwards
Where: Hibiscus Cafe
Entry: INR 799
Coffee Conversations
Finding love over latte? Or connections over caffeine? All of it is made simple at this networking event where you can make a friend, get a date, or just appreciate a good conversation. Seat yourself in a comfy corner amidst the wafting aroma of coffee beans as you bond over coffee. Just coffee.
When: 9 August, 3:30 PM
Where: Dices and Drama
Entry: INR 99
Daily Ka Kaam Hai Ft. Aakash Gupta
Aakash Gupta is known for his relatable comic quips that never fail to make you feel, 'us bro us.' As part of his 'Daily Ka Kaam Hai' tour, he is heading to Chennai with stories of his first MNC job after graduation, about his childhood home, and other tales that will leave you laughing and thinking over later.
When: 16 August, 8 PM
Where: The Music Academy
Entry: INR 799
Cap Mania Tour Ft. Himesh Reshammiya
It's time to say 'Jai Mata Di, Let's Rock,' as Himesh Reshammiya is finally making his way to Chennai! Don your caps for three hours of dancing, singing as you groove to hits like 'Hookah Bar' and 'Jhalak Dikhla Jha.' This is a 'Tandoori Night' you shouldn't miss!
When: 16 August, 7 PM
Where: Nehru Indoor Stadium
Entry: INR 1,999 onwards
Glass Bottle Painting Workshop
Art has always been an underrated relaxation outlet and this bottle painting workshop is just what you need to unwind in colour. Get to go home with your very own pretty masterpiece, use it as a holder or a planter, or better yet, gift it to someone special!
When: 23 August. 3 PM
Where: Hibiscus Cafe
Entry: INR 899
Hukum World Tour
Anirudh Ravichander is back in Chennai after three years! His world tour, 'Hukum', has finally made a pitstop in his hometown. Expect to groove on his hits like Lokiverse, Jimiki Ponnu and embrace all the feels of Enna Solla and Hayyoda live, for an evening of music, magic and surprise guest artists!
When: 23 August, 6 PM
Where: Marg Swarnabhoomi, Kuvathur, ECR
Entry: INR 1,700 onwards
Candlelight Concert: Best Of Tamil Movie Soundtracks
Candlelight Concerts have been all the rage and they have expanded to Chennai! At this special show, experience the magic of some of the greatest hits of Tamil cinema, amidst the glow of a thousand candles. Let the music take over as the artists play with grace, the instrumental versions of hit songs like Athangara marame, Kanmani Anbodu, Kaadhal Rojave, and so many more, that are bound to take you back to the first time you heard them.
When: 29 August, 8 PM
Where: Museum Theatre
Entry: INR 899 onwards
LBB Tip: They also have a dedicated show for A.R. Rahman's biggest hits. You can book the show here.
Tribute To Legends Ft. The Muddy Marmalade
The Muddy Marmalade is a homegrown band of five artists that was born with a desire to revive the golden era of hip hop established by the likes of legends like Led Zeppelin, Eric Clapton, and more! This event will take you back to the 70s and 90s of hip hop when it was all raw music minus any frills and sensationalism.
When: 29 August, 9 PM
Where: Hard Rock Cafe, Nungambakkam
Entry: INR 249
Echoes of Payne
Liam Payne, an important member of our beloved One Direction, lives on in our hearts and this Directioner's Rave party is to honour his musical legacy. Get to dance with fellow Directioners, share your love for the band and manifest a reunion pretty soon at this One Direction-themed gathering. From Little Things to Strip That Down, this is your chance to express your love for the golden boy and shed our 'Teddy' bear tears as we hug and cherish his work!
When: 30 August, 5:30 PM
Where: TBA
Entry: INR 300
