If your idea of a good weekend still involves staying in and doing absolutely nothing, consider this your gentle push to rethink that plan. After a long stretch of workdays, it only makes sense to be already plotting your next escape. Delhi NCR isn’t exactly short on things to do. Between walking trails, street markets, and comedy clubs that know how to set the mood, the city has plenty going on if you’re willing to step out. To save you the trouble of overthinking it, we’ve rounded up some of the best things to do in Delhi NCR this weekend (February 20-22). There’s something here for every kind of mood.
Catch Michael Learns To Rock (MLTR) LIVE for some 90s nostalgia
From ₹2,999
If you are seeking a little dose of nostalgia this weekend, the Michael Learns To Rock (MLTR) concert is absolutely unmissable. The Danish soft rock band is coming back to India with their signature 90s romantic ballads. Singalong to 25 Minutes and Sleeping Child and experience a throwback with the legends that is as comforting as it is iconic.
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Check out our full list of concerts happening this year in Delhi NCR here.
Rev up at the Red FM Riders Music Festival
From ₹999
Your weekend is about to liven up with the high-energy two-day funfest, Red FM Riders Music Festival coming your way. With Nucleaya’s bass dropping beats, Papon’s romantic hits, and a dose of laughter with Harsh Gujral, celebrate music, bikes and everything in between. But that’s not all. Expect food pop-ups, immersive brand zones, and a collection of vintage bike showcases that have never seen before.
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Explore contemporary design at the India Design ID 2026
From ₹1,995
If you are looking for a dose of creativity, India Design ID 2026 has taken over Okhla with a deep dive into contemporary design. Showcasing over 130 national and international luxury brands, the exhibit will take you through the latest collections of designer furniture, lighting, home decor, and interior collections. Moreover, if you are looking for inspiration, join in their talks and panel discussions with participation from over 30+ global design voices exploring ideas, processes and the future of design. There is also a premier of emerging indian design studios that are changing the course of where the future of eccentric new ideas in design is headed.
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Experience the magical dance drama, Illusion of the Enchantress
From ₹200
The weekend is bringing you an enchanting cultural immersion as the team at Shreyasi Gopinath Dance Academy takes to the stage. Performed by Shreyasi Gopinath and her talented troupe, “Illusion of the Enchantress” is a Bharatnatyam dance drama that reimagines the mythical realm of Maya, the seductive force. With a blend of sharp choreography, layered symbolisms, world-class acoustics, and elaborate costumes, you are in for a mesmerising evening.
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Immerse in the artistry at the Songlines: Tracking the Seven Sisters Exhibition
From ₹50
The Songlines: Tracking the Seven Sisters exhibition has been making rounds for quite some time now. If you haven’t seen it yet, make this your weekend resolution. This multi-sensory immersive experience features a dramatic chase through the Australian deserts, showcasing the ways in which ancient knowledge, story, song, and dance are interwoven into the landscape through Aboriginal laws. With 300+ paintings, objects and a DomeLab installation, the exhibit invites you to reflect on stories that shape relationships with land, community, and cultural heritage.
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Vibe to the blues tunes by Big Band Blues
From ₹499
For a laid-back evening with live music, North India’s oldest surviving blues band, Big Band Blues, is bringing you a no-frills night. Expect raw guitar riffs, deep grooves, dramatic drum beats and a set that leans into classic blues-rock, with surprises along the way. Lean back with a glass of a cocktail and enjoy a soulful night of jazz.
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Watch spring in full bloom at the Tulip Festival
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As winter recedes, welcoming spring in its full bloom, Delhi has entered its floral era. Organised by the NDMC, the Tulip Festival is now in full bloom. Walking down the boulevard of Chanakyapuri, you will be greeted by rows of colourful tulips. This year, the NDMC has planted around 2.25 lakh tulip bulbs across the city. There are themed installations, intricate pots, and special lighting. Additionally, there are other key locations to view these adorable tulips, including Central Park in Connaught Place, Lodhi Garden, Talkatora Garden, Sardar Patel Marg, Mandi House, Windsor Place, Sher Shah Suri Marg, and the roundabouts near the Vice President’s House.
Celebrate Indian artistry at Karigar Bazaar
From ₹50
This weekend, skip the usual shopping and meet the people who actually make the things worth buying. Karigar Bazaar Delhi Edition is where craft, culture, and a little bit of magic come together. Bringing over 200 artisans from across India, the event brings hands-on workshops, regional food and stalls filled with rare handcrafted treasures. Whether you are window shopping, buying or soaking in the diversity of Indian heritage, it is a celebration of indian culture and artistry.
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Experience India’s culture-tech at 360 Degrees cinematic Shiva Immersive
From ₹449
India’s first and very own VR cinematic experience is in town. Running only for three months, the Shiva Immersive experience is a culture-tech production. Through life-size installations, temperature effects, spatial sounds, and 360-degree projections, the experience will take you through a multi-sensory journey of Lord Shiva. Finally, there is a VR exploration that takes you atop the legendary Kailash Parvat.
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Indulge in SCC’s Gourmet Cinema screening of Chef
From ₹3,500
Your cinema experience is about to level up. In collaboration with The Piano Man, Sunset Cinema Club is bringing you a special screening of Chef. But there’s a catch. As the movie takes you on a roadtrip through Miami, New Orleans and LA, your screening will be accompanied by a 5-course tasting menu. Each course is inspired by the unforgettable adventures from the movie, complementing each scene and key moments from the film. Moreover, they have both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, along with alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
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Attend a magical candlelight concert
From ₹1,200
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 an iconic destination like the Shri Ram Centre for Performing Arts, no experience is less than magical. This Saturday, they are bringing not just one but two legendary events. Immerse yourself in an evening of Indian classical ensemble with an ode to the best of A.R. Rahman‘s legendary soundtracks or a tribute to Arjit Singh‘s memorable soundtracks.
Laugh your heart out at Varun Grover LIVE
From ₹799
There’s nothing more refreshing than an evening full of hearty laughter. Beyond Instagram reels, Varun Grover brings his laugh riot live to the capital. In his new standup ‘Love, Death & Ketchup’, he tackles two of his worst fears: death and the world running out of ketchup. As a pat on your back for ending your week successfully, book your slot and be a witness to some of Varun’s bizarre jokes. Moreover, they are witty, dynamic, and will definitely leave you feeling lighter in the heart.
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Attend a lecture with beer with the Pint of View
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If our college lectures had more interesting topics and a glass or two of beer, we’d be quite intellectual by now. But fear not, the Pint of View is bringing two lectures this Sunday. They are not just any lectures. With Dr Taniya Gill, a researcher from Delhi University, explore the everyday lives of rhesus macaques in Delhi and the broader distribution of macaque species around India. If you thought you knew these animals, you do not. Additionally, happening on the same day, Dr Vidya Subramanium traces how digital media, data analytics, and platform infrastructures have reshaped cricket into a global entertainment.
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