10 Things To Do In Kolkata This Friendship's Day

Hear me out — puppies, paints, canvases, conversations and coffee? The perfect plan for Friendship Day in Kolkata. Gather up your friends and head to Bunaphile. An exciting 90-minute art class for individuals that is intended to inspire and bring delight. Being surrounded by cute pups whose playful energy is likely to inspire creativity will give you the chance to showcase your artistic abilities. Along with making your own masterpiece to take home, you will discover ways to help animal welfare organisations. This gathering promises the ideal fusion of artistic expression, leisure, and endearing puppy friendship. It's a truly wonderful way to honour friendship!

When: 3 August, 12 PM - 2 PM

Where: Bunaphile Kolkata

Price: INR 999+taxes per person

Yes, we know you and your friends will run to get your hands on everything this store offers! I mean, who won't? With two new locations (one store is in Mani Square Mall and the other is at City Centre 2) that have opened up in Kolkata, shopping for the cutest things with your friends for Friendship Day in Kolkata needs to be on your list. When you’re there, it’s a given that you’ll walk out with at least a few things that you may or may not ever need. Also, they have Harry Potter merch, Barbie merch and BT21 merch — from diaries to sippers and tumblers in all the four houses (Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff and Ravenclaw) to mugs, bottles, notebooks, bento boxes in pink and lastly keychains, pens and more. Head here for a fun-filled gift exchange with your friends this Friendship Day!

Google Rating: 4.5/5

Timing: 11 AM - 10:30 PM

Contact: +918800193262

Instagram: @minisoindia

In South Kolkata, Rabindra Sarovar is a soothing, verdant area renowned for its peaceful atmosphere and clean air. Encircled by ancient trees and tiny islands, it's a well-liked location for strolls. There are 119 acres of flora surrounding the 73-acre lake. Because of its ecological significance, this lake, which is home to fish, birds, and other wildlife, was designated a national lake in 1997. It has developed into a location where people can go to connect with nature over time. Security personnel and fences have been installed to keep it safe. You can run, walk, jog, swim, row, or just do nothing at the lake any time of the day!

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Timing: 5 AM - 7 PM

Entry: Free

Creatively enjoy Friendship Day at Moonlight Glyph Art Studio! Bring your friends along for an exciting session that includes scrapbooking to save your best memories, elaborate string art, tote bag customisation, and fluid art teddy bear painting. Customise presents from the ground up, use Varmala preservation to produce classic mementos, and discover unusual, fascinating gifting ideas!

Google Rating: 5/5

Timing: Open 24 hours

Price: INR 500 onwards

LBB Tip: Prior booking is required

One of the most well-liked neighbourhoods in South Kolkata is Gariahat, which is a centre for shoppers, window shoppers, and foodies. This is the place to go if you want to spend a day strolling about, eating street food, browsing stalls, and having some solo shopping sessions. Accessories include earrings, bangles, dupattas, sarees, ceramics, picture frames, crockery that's Pinterest-worthy, phone covers, shoes, clothing, and more. And you're winning if you can haggle! The best part is that you can shop for items here at just INR 10. You can take an auto, a bus, or even your car. You can book a cab as well.

On BBD Bagh Dalhousie Square is the Old Currency Building. This majestic building was founded in 1833 and housed the Agra Bank. It then briefly operated as the mint and then became what is known as the Currency Building in 1868. Once on the verge of demolition in 1996, the Currency Building was preserved and transformed into a magnificent museum and art gallery. It now occupies three levels and features pieces by such luminaries as Mrinalini Mukherjee, Jamini Roy, and Rabindranath Tagore, showcasing Bengal's rich artistic heritage. Highlights include poignant portrayals of the Bengal famine, Jamini Roy's heartwarming mother-son artwork, and Abanindranath Tagore's Mother India. This place has a lot of interesting nooks and corners to explore. For instance, look out for two metal-lined walls that were used for storing currency in the past. They also have a 'gift a tour' concept wherein you can gift your friends or folks a guided tour of this museum absolutely free of cost!

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Timing: 9 AM - 5:30 PM

Entry Fee: Free

The main feature of Wet-O-Wild, one of Kolkata's most well-known water parks, is a 48-foot giant waterfall known as the Niagara Falls and has to be on your Friendship Day celebration plans in Kolkata. Race down the Wave Runner, an exciting high-speed mat racer that simulates riding in high waves. Give it your all on the thrilling Family Swirl Ride, which will take you through an exciting sequence of spins and turns before you plummet into the pool for a final plunge. Next up is the Pirate Bay, a massive splash pool with ten platforms and six water slides. There are quicker slides for daring teenagers and smaller, gentler ones for the children. Feeling audacious? Take a spin on the Crusader, a crazy half-pipe on a mat. Later, visit Nicco Park, the amusement park next door. It is run by the same business as Wet-O-Wild and features a 750-metre-long Giant Cyclone, a replica of the famous Eiffel Tower that offers a panoramic view of the park from above. The park also features a bowling alley with a restaurant-bar and an incredible 4D movie theatre. 

Google Rating: 4.4/5

Timing:10:30 AM - 6 PM

Price: INR 600 - INR 750 per adult above 12; INR 450 per child between 3-11; INR 500 per senior citizen above 60; INR 1,400 for Family Package of 4 (2 adults + 2 children)

Contact: 033 6628 5549

If you're searching for custom choices or bespoke, made-to-order pieces, book a fun class at iOnearth Pottery. With lovely music playing in the background and a patient teacher to learn from, this studio is set up wonderfully on the terrace of an ancient house in Kolkata. You will learn how to knead the clay to determine when it's ready to be put on the wheel and how to proceed. Without a doubt, you'll learn more than you expected!

Google Rating: 5/5

Timing: 9 AM - 1 PM

Price: INR 375 per person

Contact: 09874431804

Instagram: @iOnearthpottery

Enjoy a candlelit dinner in a private and intimate setting at this rooftop club in Kolkata while live music, mood lighting and good food set the backdrop. With five distinct areas—the Skybar, Cocktail Lounge, Malt Room, Dining, and Banquet—you can be sure that your dinner will be fantastic. Savour the Oregano Chicken Tikka, a culinary masterpiece whose flavours are expertly matched to please the senses. With its unique blend of sweet and savoury flavours in every bite, the Teriyaki Bao is a revelation. Club Fenecia's cocktails are similarly remarkable. A standout feature is the speciality drinks, which feature inventive and expertly mixed concoctions that go well with the varied menu. 

Google Rating: 4.3/5

Timing:  12 PM - 12 AM

Price: INR 3,000 for two 

Contact: 07980191956

Instagram: @club_fenecia

A body massage spa is the utmost self-care moment you and your friends should book right away! Especially the massage sessions at The Himalayan Spa. Here, therapists have excellent training! The reasonable prices make getting some rest easy on the wallet and not a luxury. Deep tissue, aromatherapy, Ayurveda, and Balinese spa. The spa is outfitted with cutting-edge deluxe elements such as a jacuzzi, steam bath, and sauna. The decorations and interiors are the icing on the cake. Not to forget, one must try their chai while getting pampered for an hour straight with your best buddy. 

Google Rating: 4.2/5

Timing: 11 AM - 10 PM

Price: INR 2,000 to INR 3,999

LBB Tip: If you're looking for a hair spa session, book a slot for Korean Hair Spa at Nayaab Ghazal Salon. It entails several procedures employing specific Korean hair care products, such as scalp analysis, exfoliation, washing, and massage. The goal of the therapy is to clear the scalp of pollutants, unclog hair follicles, increase blood flow, and make you feel so calm that all of your concerns will vanish!