Friday, 11 December 2015

Watch international tennis stars, take a photography lesson, go on a food trail: 8 things to do in Delhi this weekend!

In Delhi this weekend? Here's your ultimate weekend guide! Natasha Anchees | Last Updated: December 11, 2015

Friday is finally here and Delhi has enough and more things to keep you busy over the weekend. And so here they are: six things to do in Delhi this weekend. Ready?

1. Watch international tennis stars in action at the IPTL IPTL

IPTL

Photograph Courtesy: IPTL/ Facebook

What: The league that started last year and brought some of the world's best tennis stars to India is back again to enthrall audiences around the country. With Serena Williams, Rafael Nadal, Sania Mirza and Novak Djokovic battling their hearts out to win the title, tennis fans are traveling from all over India to witness the annual event. Will you be queuing up too?

When: December 10-12, 4pm to 9 pm

Where: Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium, New Delhi, India

Entry Fee: Rs 4,000 – 48,000

2. Watch a stand-up act  Just Joking

 Just Joking

Photograph Courtesy: Nishant Tanwar/ Facebook

What: The week behind you must have been tough. But there's nothing that a good laugh can't cure. With Nishant Tanwar giving you some of his best work so far, you're bound to be diagnosed with the worst case of splits when you leave this show. Head out to this amazing stand-up comedy show and laugh your woes away.

When: December 11

Where: Striker Pub And Kitchen, Delhi

Entry Fee: Rs 600

3. Watch Michael Learns to Rock

What: Go back in time with the band that won all our hearts with the absolute simplicity in their music. From the lyrics that will melt your heart to the catchy tunes, you won't regret this trip down memory lane. If you're a fan of this amazing boy band, make sure you aren't '25 minutes too late' for this show!

When: December 11; 5 pm

Where: Kingdom of Dreams, Huda Auditorium, Sector 29, Gurgaon

Entry Fee: Rs 1,890

 4. Take a tour of the havelis of Old Delhi

What: Have you been down the secret alleys of Chandni Chowk and heard the stories they have to tell? Have you seen the side of Chandni Chowk that boasts of these amazing havelis? If not, this is one tour you must not miss.

When: December 12 – 13, 2 pm

Where: Meeting point at – McDonald's, 1888 – 1889 Commercial Complex, Kumar Theatre Chandni Chowk Road, Chhippy Wada, Delhi

Entry Fee: Rs 500

5. Take a heritage and food walk in Old Delhi

What: Did you know that you could get a 360-degree view of Delhi from Jama Masjid? Or that there is a story behind the iconic 'Jalebiwala' of Chandni Chowk? If you didn't, you should definitely take this tour of old Delhi. Who knows, you might even get an extra large jalebi!

When: December 13, 3 pm

Where: Meeting point at – McDonald's, 1888 – 1889 Commercial Complex, Kumar Theatre Chandni Chowk Road, Chhippy Wada, Delhi

Entry Fee: Rs 700

6. Take a lesson in night photography around Chandni Chowk Photography Lesson

Photography Lesson

Photograph Courtesy: Khánh Hmoong/ Creative Commons

What: If you are a shutterbug living in Delhi, what better place to explore your potential than Chandni Chowk after sunset. As the sun sets on the narrow by lanes, you're bound to get some amazing learning and capture some lovely moments. Get clicking with this workshop down the narrow streets of Old Delhi's hub.

When: December 13, 6.30pm

Where: Meeting point at – McDonald's, 1888 – 1889 Commercial Complex, Kumar Theatre Chandni Chowk Road, Chhippy Wada, Delhi

Entry Fee: Rs 700 onwards

7. Have a drink at the Delhi Cocktail Week Delhi Cocktail Week

Delhi Cocktail Week

Photograph: Shutterstock

What: Taking place at more than 100 restaurants and bars around the city, you won't have to travel too far to indulge in the cocktails beautifully crafted for your liking. With tasting sessions, classes and of course parties, not only will you get to taste some amazing drinks, but you'll learn how to make them too.

When: December 12, 1pm

Where: Venue to be announced

Entry Fee: Season Pass Rs 599 – 1,099

8. Watch Anoushka Shankar Anoushka Shankar

Anoushka Shankar

Photograph Courtesy: Anoushka Shankar/ Facebook

What: Having learnt exclusively under her father Pt. Ravi Shankar, Anoushka's deep roots in Indian Classical music makes her one of the best world music artists today. Experimenting with music across different genres including flamenco, electronica, jazz and Western classical music, the evening is bound to one you wouldn't want ending.

When: December 13, 7.30pm

Where: Sirifort Auditorium, August Kranti Marg, Asian Games Village Complex, Gautam Nagar, Delhi

Entry Fee: Sold out

So, where will you be this weekend?

First Published: December 11, 2015
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