Green Day once sang, “Wake me up when September ends, “but in India, September is just the start of everything good. September is the month to start our full-fledged prep for the festivities and to catch a few moments of recess in between. From shopping in colourful streets to singing along to your favourite tunes in packed concerts, we have you covered. Overwhelmed with planning? Don’t worry, we have got you covered. We bring you our curated list of the best things to do this September in Delhi NCR.
Celebrate Janmashtami at the most beautiful temples
Immerse yourself in spiritual fervour as the capital celebrates Lord Krishna’s birth with grand midnight aartis, flower decorations, and continuous bhajans. Landmark shrines, including the ISKCON Temples in East of Kailash, Noida, and Punjabi Bagh, along with the Birla Mandir (Laxminarayan Temple) and Chattarpur Temple, come alive with Jhulan Yatra (swing rituals), elaborate Abhishek ceremonies, and prasadam distribution.
Attend Matki Phod League Season 2
Experience traditional Janmashtami festivities turned into a stadium-style competitive sport as the Matki Phod League (MPL) returns for its second season! Featuring 26 male and female Govinda teams from across the region competing to build high-flying human pyramids, this high-energy cultural event pairs intense physical agility with live musical performances, cultural acts, and dedicated spectator zones.
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Catch Purple Cassette live
Catch Delhi’s fast-rising garage-rock and post-punk outfit, Purple Cassette, live on stage following the release of their single ‘Waiting on Nothing’. Known for their raw, high-energy analogue sound, fuzzy synth hooks, and relentless live shows, the four-piece indie band brings their signature energy.
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Watch Rasmeet Kaur live in concert
Experience an explosive night of contemporary Indian music as singer-songwriter Rashmeet Kaur takes the stage. She is known for her genre-defying ability to fuse raw Punjabi folk and classical Indian roots with hip-hop, electronic beats, and pop. Moreover, the artist behind hits like “Nadiyon Paar”, “Bajre Da Sitta”, and “Ishq Nachaawe” is set to deliver a stadium-level concert complete with a stellar live band.
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Catch a mesmerising candlelight tribute
If you have read one of our stories before, you’d know how much we love the whimsy of candlelight concerts. Surrounded by thousands of flickering candles in a contemporary destination like the Le Meridien, no experience is less than magical. Moreover, this September, they are bringing two different candlelight tributes. Immerse yourself in an evening of old-school rock and roll with Queen vs ABBA, or experience a Night of Ghazals with soulful and timeless poetry.
🎟️Candlelight: Queen vs ABBA (18:00)
🎟️Candlelight: A Night of Ghazals (20:30)
Watch India’s finest at IICF National Coffee Championship Prelims
Coffee connoisseurs and cafe hoppers can watch India’s finest baristas and manual-brewing experts compete live under pressure at the Delhi prelims for the India International Coffee Festival (IICF). This leg features the National Barista Championship and the National Brewers Cup, where top coffee talent competes to qualify for the national finals. Expect live pour-over demonstrations, espresso sensory evaluations, and speciality coffee tastings throughout the mall atrium.
🎟️Free entry!
Immerse in Delhi Contemporary Art Week
Immerse yourself in South Asia’s vibrant visual art scene as the 9th edition of Delhi Contemporary Art Week takes over the heritage galleries of Bikaner House. Moreover, it is founded by six leading women-led galleries: Blueprint12, Exhibit 320, Gallery Espace, Latitude 28, Shrine Empire, and Vadehra Art Gallery. This flagship art showcase features curatorial exhibitions on climate, ecology, and botany alongside paintings, sculptures, installations, and interactive art talks.
🎟️Free entry!
Jam with the Backstage Siblings’ The Bhakti Dance Floor
Step into a high-vibe fusion of spirituality and electronic sound as Backstage Siblings bring their signature concept, The Bhakti Dance Floor, to the capital. They merge ancient chants, acoustic devotional instruments, and live percussion with deep house, melo-techno, and ambient beats. Additionally, this immersive musical journey turns the dance floor into a meditative, ecstatic celebration designed to move both body and soul.
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Catch Manoj Muntashir’s Krishna – Radha Se Ranbhumi Tak
Renowned lyricist and storyteller Manoj Muntashir brings an epic theatrical rendition of Lord Krishna’s life to the stage with Krishna: Radha Se Ranbhumi Tak. Combining poetic narration, powerful dialogue delivery, live music, and theatrical staging, the show traces Krishna’s multi-faceted journey, from his playful romance with Radha in Vrindavan to his strategic leadership and philosophy on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.
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Witness the grandeur of Shiva Immersive
Get ready for a visually breathtaking spiritual experience. India’s first large-format multi-sensory spiritual exhibition, Shiva Immersive, continues its run. The 40-minute showcase blends ancient Hindu mythology with cutting-edge technology—featuring 360-degree floor-to-ceiling projections, spatial soundscapes narrated by actor Sharad Kelkar, intelligent lasers, and kinetic light sculptures. Moreover, the journey takes you through three distinct zones covering cosmic creation, meditation, and the Tandava, offering an immersive dive into culture and visual art.
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Attend NESt Fest 2026: North East Students’ Festival
Organised by My Home India under the spirit of ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’, the national youth festival NESt. Fest returns. The North East Students’ Festival is set to bridge the rich cultural heritage of Northeast India with the capital. Expect a multi-faceted mega-event! The two-day event features traditional folk dances curated by NEZCC, musical ensembles, interactive cultural stalls, appearances by Union ministers and youth icons, and high-octane musical headliners.
🎟️Free entry! Register here
Spend an evening of Dance with Space with Malavika Sarukkai
Spend an evening peering into the artistic machinery of classical dance rather than simply watching it. Celebrated Bharatanatyam artist Malavika Sarukkai presents Dance with Space, an engaging lecture-demonstration exploring how movement, rhythm, space, and narrative coalesce. Sarukkai is joined on stage by a live music ensemble: Neela Sukhanya (nattuvangam), Krithika Aravind (vocals), Nellai Balaji (mridangam), and Venkat Subramaniam (violin).
🎟️Free entry!
Catch Mandragora live
International psytrance and futureprog sensation Mandragora (Eduardo Neto) makes his long-awaited return to the national capital as part of his India tour. Known for pioneering genre-bending hits that fuse heavy electronic basslines, psychedelic synths, and acoustic tribal melodies, Mandragora promises a high-energy, full-throttle rave experience for Delhi’s electronic music fanbase.
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Party with HVOB’s The Silver Cage
The globally acclaimed Austrian duo HVOB (Anna Müller and Paul Wallner) returns to India this September. Bringing the Silver Cage world tour to New Delhi, the duo is set to deliver a masterclass in electronic dance and techno music. Moreover, this performance features a custom, striking light installation conceptualised entirely by the artists themselves. The deeply atmospheric, transportive night blurs the line between a concert and a contemporary art exhibition.
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Experience Ruhbaru – Orchestral Qawwali Project
The breathtaking musical spectacle Ruhbaru brings to The Orchestral Qawwali Project. This groundbreaking, critically acclaimed production masterfully breathes new life into the ancient art of Sufi music. Led by the soaring, powerhouse vocals of Rushil Ranjan and Abi Sampa, the performance seamlessly unites tabla and harmonium rhythms with dramatic string sections and cinematic arrangements. Additionally, the independent ensemble has previously sold out iconic venues including London’s Royal Albert Hall.
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Head to India’s biggest pet festival at Pawfest Carnival
Treat your four-legged best friends to the ultimate weekend outing at PawFest Carnival! Designed as a pet-friendly extravaganza, this outdoor festival features dedicated agility obstacle courses, pet grooming lounges, pup-cup dessert stations, and a curated pet market selling artisanal treats, accessories, and wellness products. Pet parents can enjoy live acoustic music, food pop-ups, and fun interactive competitions like the ‘Best Dressed Pet’ show.
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Immerse in India’s biggest anime party at Bankai Beats
India’s biggest anime party returns to the capital for an all-out, bass-fueled otaku rave! Packed with high-energy AMV DJ sets, a competitive cosplay contest, and anime karaoke, Bankai Beats brings together fans, cosplayers, and gamers for an unforgettable fandom night. Beyond the dance floor, attendees can test their knowledge in anime quizzes, hit the photobooths, shop at specialized merch stalls, and grab a free anime poster included with every ticket.
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Immerse in Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations
Welcome Lord Ganesha in grand style as Delhi NCR gears up for the 10-day festival of Ganesh Utsav. Massive pandals are set up across the capital featuring towering eco-friendly idols, elaborate thematic decor, daily aartis, and cultural programs. Major hotspots include the Maharashtra Sadan, Lalbaugcha Raja clone pandal at Pitampura, Dilli Haat INA, and community celebrations across Gurugram and Noida, concluding with energetic Visarjan processions.
Experience the 2010’s magic with Chet Faker live
Australian singer-songwriter and electronic producer Chet Faker returns to India as part of his ‘A Love For Strangers’ global tour. Expect a soulful, hit-packed evening featuring live renditions of iconic tracks like “Gold”, “Talk Is Cheap”, and “Drop The Game”, along with fresh synth-pop and downtempo tracks from his newest album.
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Groove at AZYR India Tour
The UK’s techno property Privilege brings the AZYR India Tour for an unique India tour. Known for being forefront of the global hard-techno resurgence, UK-based DJ and producer Azyr is infamous for his high-velocity, dark, and relentless energy behind the decks. This heavy-hitting showcase is custom-built for Delhi’s hardcore ravers, promising a night of blistering tempos, industrial basslines, and a strobe-heavy, immersive visual production.
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Sip your fill at the Spirit festival
Step into a 200-year-old alchemist’s workshop for an immersive spirits-tasting festival designed to let you discover before you buy. Set against amber lights, glass bottles, and dried herbs, the Spirit Festival brings 40+ brands spanning single malts, craft gins, rums, wines, and artisanal beers. Grab your Tasting Passport, challenge your palate at the Blind Tasting Throne, take on masterclasses with distillers, and play board games like Bootleggers & Tasters in the games lounge. (Note: Must be 25+ of legal drinking age; valid government ID required for entry).
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Watch the Hindi drama play, Virasat
Experience an epic generational saga as the Kiran Nadar Museum of Art (KNMA) presents Virasat, directed by eminent theatre-maker Anuradha Kapur with scenography by Deepan Sivaraman. Staged as a rare, single 3-hour performance of Mahesh Elkunchwar’s acclaimed Marathi Wada trilogy, the play traces the crumbling of a once-prosperous feudal household, the Deshpandes of Dharangaon, against the backdrop of a rapidly changing India. Additionally, this monumental production features an 11-member ensemble cast, sound design by Pranav Nigam, and a 15-minute intermission.
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Experience the 7th Nadi Utsav
Organised by the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), Nadi Utsav returns for its 7th edition to celebrate India’s riverine ecology, culture, and heritage. Focusing on the Yamuna River, this three-day cultural and environmental festival features a national academic seminar (‘The Eternal Yamuna’), a river-centric documentary film festival, a photography exhibition titled ‘Seeking Yamuna’, live folk music performances, puppet shows, craft stalls, and interactive talks with environmentalists and authors.
Lace up for Run Yodha 2026 with Milind Soman
Lace up your running shoes for a cause as fitness icon Milind Soman leads Run Yodha 2026, a charity half-marathon and community run aimed at fighting hunger across India. Featuring four distance categories (3K Fun Run, 5K, 10K, and 21.1K Half Marathon), the event brings together beginner runners, corporate teams, and seasoned marathoners. A portion of every registration fee goes directly toward providing meals to undernourished communities.
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Experience the Delhi Art Weekend
The sophomore edition of Delhi Art Weekend returns with ‘The Eighth City’, a weekend-long festival exploring the evolving creative landscape of a capital rebuilt seven times. Hosted at the historic Travancore Palace, the festival brings together art showcases, panel discussions, master talks with industry leaders, curated retail pop-ups, interactive workshops, and live music performances celebrating the city’s living heritage.
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Drink up at the Great India Beer Fest 2026
Raise a glass as India’s premier beer celebration lands in Delhi. Featuring 50+ local and international brews, the Great Indian Beer Fest packs a dedicated Beer Garden, live bands, and gourmet food pairings. Highlights include the high-energy Beer Olympics Zone (featuring Beer Pong, Flip Cup, Blind Tasting, and Beer Relays), interactive brewer masterclasses, and a dedicated Speed Dating experience for singles looking to connect over a cold pint.
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Immerse in Jashn-e-Qawwali
Experience the timeless magic of Sufi music as Jashn-e-Qawwali returns for its 5th edition. Featuring the soulful voice of celebrated vocalist Kabul Bukhari, this cultural evening blends classical improvisations with devotional qawwalis. Beyond the performance, the concert doubles as a charity showcase organised by Wishes and Blessings, with proceeds dedicated to Mann Ka Tilak, an initiative supporting elderly care and permanent housing for senior citizens in need.
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Laugh out loud at Abhishek Upmanyu’s TOXIC
One of Indian comedy’s biggest arena acts, Abhishek Upmanyu, brings his brand-new solo stand-up show Toxic to the national capital. Known for his rapid-fire observational humour, razor-sharp punchlines, and hilarious breakdowns of everyday absurdities, Upmanyu delivers a fresh set of sharp, unfiltered material exploring relationships, career chaos, and modern anxieties.
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