As the Kolkata summer subtly gives way to an evolving monsoon, the promise of amazing events throughout June, from concerts to stand-up comedy, keeps us going. Check out this list of top events in the city in June and July that promise some fresh and fabulous memories.
14 Events In Kolkata This June & July You Cannot Miss
Overview
- 1. R. D. Burman Festival
- 2. Kisi Ko Batana Mat Ft Anubhav Singh Bassi
- 3. Yum Cha
- 4. Where Rain Meets Grain: A Seasonal Brunch Experience
- 5. Shifting Paradigms: 1980s-2025
- 6. Swing, Slide, Step: Jazz Movement Workshop
- 7. Cinematography Masterclass With Vikas Urs
- 8. Kal Ki Chinta Nahi Karta Ft. Ravi Gupta
- 9. Monsoon Special Evening & Dinner Cruise
- 10. Beyond Burials: South Park Street Cemetery walk
- 11. Taste The Limited Summer Menu At Café Courtyard
- 12. Flatbread Fiesta At Tess
- 13. Sichuan Cuisine At Vintage Asia
R. D. Burman Festival
Retro Bollywood music? Always a yes! This event is a magnificent musical tribute to R.D. Burman's legacy, where a group of well-known performers come together for the R.D. Burman Festival to relive the heyday of Bollywood music. It's going to be an incredible evening, from Amit Kumar to Somdutta Banerjee. Book your tickets now!
When: 25 June, 6 PM
Where: Biswa Bangla Convention Centre
Price: INR 1,179
Kisi Ko Batana Mat Ft Anubhav Singh Bassi
After the huge success of his last set, 'Bas Kar Bassi,' comedian Anubhav Singh Bassi returns with his latest comedy special, 'Kisi Ko Batana Mat.' The show guarantees to keep you involved from start to finish with new and funny stories, relatable experiences, and lots of laughter. Get your tickets now before FOMO strikes!
Where: Kala Mandir Auditorium
When: 28 June, 3 PM and 7 PM
Price: INR 999 onwards
Yum Cha
You can't miss this high tea-drinking experience. With its special Yum Cha menu, Yauatcha Kolkata is offering a variety of scrumptious sweets, relaxing drinks, and perfectly created dim sum. The Vegetable Chive Dumpling, Crispy Asparagus, Pumpkin and Corn Roll, and Fried Turnip Cake with Vegetables are among the vegetarian options available in the limited edition. The Chicken Shanghai dumpling, the Poached Peking dumpling, and the Chicken and Coriander dumpling are the non-vegetarian favourites. The chicken char siu bun and har gau are two more luscious delights. For dessert, you can choose an upscale assortment of macarons or chocolate hazelnut mousse.
When: Until 30 June, 4 PM - 7 PM
Where: Yauatcha Kolkata
Price: INR 988 + taxes for Vegetarian Select; INR 1,088 + taxes for Non-Vegetarian Select
Contact: Call +91 92222 22800 for reservations
Instagram: @yauatchakolkata
Where Rain Meets Grain: A Seasonal Brunch Experience
Celebrate the monsoon season with warm meals and nourishing grains at The Millets & Monsoon Brunch at Novotel Kolkata. With a rainy-day twist, this unique spread combines warmth, nostalgia, and India's favourite millets. Every meal, from the hearty sorghum sliders to the crisp ragi dosa, the creamy millet risotto, and the cool quinoa salad, is a comforting hug on a dreary afternoon. Visit for the health benefits and stay for the taste.
Where: The Square, Novotel Kolkata Hotels & Residences, 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
When: 29 June
Price: INR 1,999 + taxes
For Reservations: Call +91 8584077001 or email arul.samuel@accor.com
Shifting Paradigms: 1980s-2025
Indian art is just strikingly different, and you can see it all in CIMA's Shifting Paradigms: 1980s–2025, from the daring strokes of the 1980s to the wild, experimental ones of today. This exhibition, which began on 14 June and runs through 2 August, features works in a variety of medium including paintings, sculptures, and mixed media, and brings together over 35 artists and four decades of creative movements. Stop by CIMA and let the canvas do the talking.
Where: CIMA; 3 PM - 7 PM on Mondays; 11 AM - 7 PM on Tuesdays - Saturdays. Closed on Sundays
When: 14 June - 2 August
Contact: 033 2485 8717
Instagram: @cimaartindia
Swing, Slide, Step: Jazz Movement Workshop
No weekend plans? Need that serotonin boost? Come to this Jazz Movement Workshop this weekend and feel the groove. Be guided by a professional dance artist as you swing through classic jazz techniques, create your style, and connect with the passionate roots of the music. Put on your shoes and let rhythm take over!
Where: Kolkata Centre for Creativity, 11 AM - 2 PM
When: 12 & 19 July
Price: INR 2,000
Cinematography Masterclass With Vikas Urs
Raised in a small Karnataka village and trained at FTII in Pune, Vikas Urs has directed films such as Pedro, Shivamma, and Body. In his upcoming workshop at KCC, "Light, Loss and the Lyrical Frame", he will demonstrate how to employ emotion and light to create a story in every photo. This one's for all the cinema buffs of all stripes!
Where: Kolkata Centre for Creativity, 11 AM
When: 4 July
Price: INR 500
Kal Ki Chinta Nahi Karta Ft. Ravi Gupta
Indian stand-up comedian Ravi Gupta is well-known for his receptive storytelling and attentive humour. He has a talent for making ordinary circumstances funny, and audiences of all ages find his distinct comedy approach easy to relate to. His new show, Kal Ki Chinta Nahi Karta, is here to make you do just that: live in the chuckles and forget about the past.
Where: Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium, 3 PM and 7 PM
When: 29 June & 2 August
Price: INR 799 onwards
Monsoon Special Evening & Dinner Cruise
A 45-minute visit to Belur Math, evening snacks, and a serene three-hour river cruise with knowledgeable guides are all included in the sunset tour, which is excellent for families and friends. For a night under the stars, go for the dinner cruise. Enjoy great meals, breathtaking views of the city lights, and genuine hospitality. For a day out on the Ganges, reserve your place right now!
Where: Vivada Jetty at Millennium Park, 4 PM - 7 PM and 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
When: 17 June - 17 July
Price: INR 1,000 - INR 2,500
Beyond Burials: South Park Street Cemetery walk
Explore the historic South Park Street Cemetery in peace. Every gravestone there has a tale to tell. You'll learn about a businessman who made his money in unexpected ways, an art enthusiast who united various faiths, and a courageous thinker who defied the law. You may recognise some of these names, but they were all involved in the history of Kolkata.
Where: South Park Street Cemetery, 10 AM
When: 29 June
Price: INR 599
Taste The Limited Summer Menu At Café Courtyard
Enjoy a limited-time Summer Salads & Coolers Menu at Café Courtyard in New Town as they enjoy the summer and the impending rainy season. With refreshing drinks like Spiced Guava Breeze, Golden Mango Bliss, and Lychee Mint Sparkler on the side, you can try mouthwatering meals like Moroccan Couscous Salad, BLT Pasta Salad, and Garlic Butter Surf & Turf. Whether it's warm or chilly, the Mediterranean-style courtyard is a wonderful location to unwind with cuisines that suit the time of year.
Where: Cafe Courtyard, 9 AM - 10:30 PM on weekdays; 9 AM - 11 PM on weekends
When: Until 30 June
Price: INR 700 for two
Contact: 089819 37111
Instagram: @cafecourtyard.sd
Flatbread Fiesta At Tess
Tess, the Euro-Asian restaurant, will host the Flatbread Fiesta, a week-long celebration of the basic flatbread reinvented with style and flair. Offering both vegetarian and non-vegetarian alternatives, the carefully designed cuisine combines local inventiveness with inspiration from around the world! The earthy Mushrooms with Mint Buttermilk, the decadent Smoked Mozzarella with Pesto Cherry Tomato, and the Avocado & Scallion Salsa Flatbread are vegetarian highlights. Try the vibrant Jambalaya Flatbread, Kolkata Chilli Chicken with Hummus, and Butter Garlic Grilled Shrimp if you like a little spiciness.
When: Till 28 June, 11 AM - 11 PM
Where: TESS, Hyatt Centric Ballygunge
Price: INR 450 + taxes for veg platter; INR 500 + taxes for non-veg platter
For Reservations: Call on +916292307592 or +916292307619
Sichuan Cuisine At Vintage Asia
In order to give its guests an unforgettable dining experience, Vintage Asia is going to host Sichuan cuisine for a whole week, fusing traditional flavours with modern accents. If these dishes prove to be popular, they will be added to Vintage Asia's regular menu. They include dishes like tai chen chicken, Singaporean lamb in spicy sauce, and udon noodles, as well as filling pork baos and white pepper mushroom miso soup. The welcoming staff, particularly Arpita, who makes the entire eating experience so beautiful, is the best aspect of the whole experience!
When: 22 - 28 June, 7 PM
Where: Vintage Asia
For Reservations: Call 03366330000
LBB Tip: Do not forget to taste their in-house palate-cleansing drink and appetiser before the meal!
