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IN PHOTOS: Explore these 7 interesting events in Mumbai this Republic Day weekend

Updated On: 22 January, 2026 12:37 PM IST | Nascimento Pinto

If you're looking for activities to do this weekend, here's a line-up that is sure to keep you busy (Story by Trisha Ghosh)

You can not only indulge in some comedy but also some heritage walks. Photo Courtesy: File pics

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You can not only indulge in some comedy but also some heritage walks. Photo Courtesy: File pics
Thursday
Laughs come in threesCatch some of the best comics from Mumbai’s stand-up performers at this Comedy Triples act, featuring Raunaq Rajani, Jeeya Sethi (below), and Shreeja Chaturvedi.
Time 8 pm and 10 pmAt Backspace, Todi Mills Compound, Lower Parel. Log on to in.bookmyshow.comEntry Rs 499 onwards

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Thursday

Laughs come in threes
Catch some of the best comics from Mumbai’s stand-up performers at this Comedy Triples act, featuring Raunaq Rajani, Jeeya Sethi (below), and Shreeja Chaturvedi.

Time 8 pm and 10 pm
At Backspace, Todi Mills Compound, Lower Parel. 
Log on to in.bookmyshow.com
Entry Rs 499 onwards

Friday
Soft words and notesJoin this special recital and subsequent book discussion by Indian Classical vocalist and writer Priya Purushothaman (above, left), centred on her book featuring eight stories of Hindustani musicians, The Call of Music. Accompanying her will be veteran theatre director Sunil Shanbag (above, right).
Time 6.30 to 8.30 pm At Kitab Khana, near Flora Fountain, Fort. Log on to @kitabkhanabooks (to register) 

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Friday

Soft words and notes
Join this special recital and subsequent book discussion by Indian Classical vocalist and writer Priya Purushothaman (above, left), centred on her book featuring eight stories of Hindustani musicians, The Call of Music. Accompanying her will be veteran theatre director Sunil Shanbag (above, right).

Time 6.30 to 8.30 pm 
At Kitab Khana, near Flora Fountain, Fort. 
Log on to @kitabkhanabooks (to register) 

Saturday
Birdwatching on boatsTake a guided boat safari to spot not only flamingos, but other migratory birds that settle in Mumbai during the winter season, such as the Northern Shoveler, Eurasian Wigeon, and Spot-billed Duck.
Time 8 am onwards At Bhandup Pumping Station, Jaihind Colony, Mulund East. Log on to @mumbai_musafir Entry Rs 1290 onwards

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Saturday

Birdwatching on boats
Take a guided boat safari to spot not only flamingos, but other migratory birds that settle in Mumbai during the winter season, such as the Northern Shoveler, Eurasian Wigeon, and Spot-billed Duck.

Time 8 am onwards 
At Bhandup Pumping Station, Jaihind Colony, Mulund East. 
Log on to @mumbai_musafir 
Entry Rs 1290 onwards

History with artDon’t miss a screening of The Miniaturist of Junagadh (2021) and Nooreh (2018), profound short films centering on the India-Pakistan division, the former starring Naseeruddin Shah (above). time 7.30 pm 
At Harkat Studios, Aram Nagar Part 2, Versova. Log on to altshows.comEntry Rs 150

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History with art
Don’t miss a screening of The Miniaturist of Junagadh (2021) and Nooreh (2018), profound short films centering on the India-Pakistan division, the former starring Naseeruddin Shah (above). time 7.30 pm 

At Harkat Studios, Aram Nagar Part 2, Versova. 
Log on to altshows.com
Entry Rs 150

SundayShared interestsIf you are a fan of the American sitcom Modern Family, don’t miss this themed trivia evening, with fun questions, inside jokes, and the chance to connect with new people. 
Time  7 pm onwards At Loft64-The Chilling Lounge, Shop Number 3, Asmita Sand Dunes, Sunder Nagar, Malad West.Call 9987762009 (to book) Entry Rs 399 onwards

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Sunday

Shared interests

If you are a fan of the American sitcom Modern Family, don’t miss this themed trivia evening, with fun questions, inside jokes, and the chance to connect with new people. 

Time  7 pm onwards 
At Loft64-The Chilling Lounge, Shop Number 3, Asmita Sand Dunes, Sunder Nagar, Malad West.
Call 9987762009 (to book) 
Entry Rs 399 onwards

Time travel in KalyanKalyan has its own story, dating back to the 19th century. Join this heritage walk showcasing the area’s built heritage, sacred spaces, and commercial history.
Time 8 am to 10 am Meeting point Snickerdoodle Coffeeworks, Rambaug, Kalyan. Log on to @community_kaarkhana (to register) Entry Rs 500

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Time travel in Kalyan
Kalyan has its own story, dating back to the 19th century. Join this heritage walk showcasing the area’s built heritage, sacred spaces, and commercial history.

Time 8 am to 10 am 
Meeting point Snickerdoodle Coffeeworks, Rambaug, Kalyan. 
Log on to @community_kaarkhana (to register) 
Entry Rs 500

Bollywood jamAs a spirited lead-up to Republic Day, check out this Bollywood & Beyond live band night that promises a dynamic blend of desi tunes and crowd-pleasing favourites.
Time 9 pm onwardsAt The Stables, Peninsula Redpine, Andheri East.Call 7900176494 (to book; food and beverage charges separate)

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Bollywood jam
As a spirited lead-up to Republic Day, check out this Bollywood & Beyond live band night that promises a dynamic blend of desi tunes and crowd-pleasing favourites.

Time 9 pm onwards
At The Stables, Peninsula Redpine, Andheri East.
Call 7900176494 (to book; food and beverage charges separate)

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