From live bands and fashion shows to enchanting carol performances, here are some of the most vibrant Christmas events in Mumbai you won't want to miss.
Festive shop-hop
Are you one of those people that have just realised that Christmas is a week away, and you have so much shopping still left to do? With a selection of homemade sweets and cakes, handmade crafts, decorations and gifts, this Christmas bazaar might just have everything you’re looking for. (Pic courtesy: Anurag Ahire)
ON December 21 to 22; 6 pm onwards
AT St Anthony Church, Malwani and Infant Jesus Chapel, Kharodi.
LOG ON TO @sac.malwani
FREE
Carols for all
With Christmas just a week away, the parish choirs in Bandra are set to rock. After the carol night near Mount Mary Basilica last weekend, select choirs from the suburb will be spreading Christmas cheer with their performances at the Bandra Gymkhana.
ON December 20; 6 pm onwards
AT Bandra Gymkhana, Bandra West.
LOG ON TO @thebandragymkhana
FREE
James Ferreira in Khotachiwadi with his upcycled Christmas tree in 2022
Christmas in the Wadi
Celebrate a traditional Mumbai Christmas at Khotachiwadi as residents including veteran fashion designer James
Ferreira and neighbours come together to spread the festive cheer over food, caroling and a bazaar.
ON December 21, 22; 11 am to 8 pm; carols at 5.30 pm (both days)
AT Khotachiwadi, Girgaon.
FREE
World of Christmas
From little kids, to gracefully ageing adults; from teenagers in love to overly concerned parents, this Christmas park has something for everyone. It’s a one-stop shop for your festive shopping, fun games, tasty treats and yes, even a snow blizzard.
ON December 20 to 25; 2 pm onwards
AT Jio World Drive, BKC.
LOG ON TO bookmyshow.com
ENTRY Rs 499 onwards
Under the mistletoe
Matchmaking platform, the Heart and Soul Matchmaking Service is all set to play matchmaker this Christmas with their social mixer for singles. This mixer offers you an evening to partake in meaningful conversations, laughter and who knows, there could even be a happily ever after. (Pic courtesy: Pexels)
ON December 22; 5 pm to 8 pm
AT The British Brewing Company, Lower Parel.
LOG ON TO @heartandsouldmatchmakingservice
ENTRY Revealed on enquiry
Youthful joy
This Christmas fest is a two-day-long event packed with competitions like fashion shows, live bands, singing, and duet/group dancing. Gredel Almeida, sub-head, events, shared, “Yuva Fiesta is bringing the festive vibes with a magical Winter Wonderland theme this year. Created by the youth of Vakola, it’s a mix of fun, energy, and holiday cheer, all for a great cause — every paisa raised goes to charity. It’s where this season’s magic meets purpose.” The second day will be brought to a close with a lively DJ night.
ON December 28, 8 pm onwards; December 29, 7pm onwards
AT St Anthony’s Church, Vakola.
LOG ON TO @yuvafiesta
ENTRY Rs 150 onwards
Voices in the Cathedral
The Wild Voices choir will be performing a mix of traditional and contemporary Christmas carols at St Thomas Cathedral. The choir claims to have a few surprises in the mix.
ON December 20;
7.30 pm onwards
AT St Thomas Cathedral, Fort.
LOG ON TO @wildvoiceschoirindia
FREE
Dance the night away
Do you want to spend this Christmas dancing the night away? You can, with Kimberly Van’Drine and DJ Samson aka Two Girlz And A Guitar. It’s a chance to bring alive the dance floor with your best moves this Christmas. (Pic courtesy: Shadab Khan)
ON December 25; 8 pm onwards AT The Catholic Gymkhana, Marine Drive.
LOG ON TO @catholicgymkhana
ENTRY Members: Rs 1,200 per couple, R600 per head;
Guests: Rs 2,000 per couple, Rs 600 per head (ladies), Rs 1,600 per head (gents)
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