Top Events in Delhi NCR This Weekend (2–4 May 2025): Comedy, Music, Literature & More!

Looking to make the most of the first weekend of May in Delhi NCR? Whether you’re into live music, stand-up comedy, literature, theatre or unique experiences like painting with puppies — there’s something happening across the city for everyone. Here’s your ultimate guide to the best events happening from 2nd to 4th May 2025 in Delhi NCR.

Delhi Literature Festival 2025

📅 2–4 May
📍 Bikaner House, Pandara Road, Delhi
🎟️ Event Details

The 13th edition of the Delhi Literature Festival celebrates “Voices, Visions & Verses” — a literary treat for book lovers featuring renowned authors, poets, and dignitaries.

Danza In The City Vol. 120 Ft. Lifafa (Special Midweek Event)

📅 1 May, 8 PM onwards
📍 Thanks & Beyond, Epicuria, Nehru Place, New Delhi
🎟️ Book Tickets

Kick off the weekend early with Lifafa’s immersive and emotionally-charged performance, powered by Danza Occulta India. Expect genre-bending sounds and a poetic vibe at one of Delhi’s most atmospheric venues.

The Comedazee @ Depot48 by Tathagata Chowdhury

📅 2–4 May
📍 Depot48, M Block Market, GK2, Delhi
🎟️ Book Tickets

A three-day celebration of laughter, theatre and mime — The Comedazee brings together quizzes, performances, workshops and more.

Swar aur Shayari Ft. Pratibha Singh Baghel

📅 2 May
📍 Kamani Auditorium, Delhi
🎟️ Book Tickets

Enjoy a soul-stirring evening of classical music and ghazals with the talented Pratibha Singh Baghel, presented by HCL Concerts.

Gaurav Kapoor Live

📅 2 & 3 May
📍 The Laugh Store, CyberHub, Gurgaon
🎟️ Book Tickets

One of India’s most relatable comics is back with his observational comedy that hits home — Gaurav Kapoor’s sets are always a laugh riot!

🍽️ A Tale of Two Kitchens: INJA x Bandra Born

Two chefs. Nine courses. Countless stories.

Step into an unforgettable culinary experience as Chef Adwait Anantwar (INJA) and Chef Gresham Fernandes (Bandra Born) come together for a two-day pop-up that fuses the quiet finesse of Indian-Japanese cuisine with bold, street-inspired flavours.

📍 INJA, 77, Friends Colony West, New Delhi
📅 May 1st & 2nd
📞 Reservations: +91-81308-05888 | +91-9717573468

Qawwali Night with Nizami Bandhu

📅 3 May
📍 Kamani Auditorium, Delhi
🎟️ Book Tickets

Experience divine Sufi magic with Nizami Bandhu, the legendary qawwali group known for Kun Faya Kun and Aaj Rang Hai.

Inder Sahani – Live India Tour

📅 3 May at The Social House, Delhi
📅 4 May at Guftagu Comedy Club, Gurgaon
🎟️ Book Tickets

Expect sharp crowd work, witty improvisation and hilarious storytelling from Inder Sahani’s live shows across Delhi and Gurgaon.

Zikrr Band Live in Gurgaon

📅 3 May
📍 Studio XO, Sector 29, Gurgaon
🎟️ Book Tickets

Sing along to Sufi rock and Bollywood mashups with Zikrr — a band that turns every night into an anthem-filled party.

Paint with Puppies – Star Wars Edition by Pawasana

📅 4 May
📍 The Beer Café, Delhi
🎟️ Book Tickets

The Force is strong with this one! Celebrate Star Wars Day by painting alongside adoptable puppies. A wholesome, family-friendly event that supports animal welfare.