What's going on in Kolkata this week?

From Himalayan feasts to rain-soaked concerts and comic revelations, your mid-July calendar just got a cultural upgrade

Here’s your curated list of events in Kolkata starting July 11

1. Harvest from hills

Flavours From The Hills

Flavours From The Hills brings the culinary richness of the Eastern Himalayas to Social Kitchen at Holiday Inn Kolkata Airport. From momos and thukpa to bamboo shoot curry and Chak-Hao Kheer, the menu is a tribute to mountain cuisines. The festival runs till July 25, daily between 12.30 pm and 11 pm.

2. Paper dreams

Watercolours exhibition

Watercolours, an ongoing exhibition at the Sarala Birla Gallery, showcases iconic works from the Birla Academy’s collection. Featuring legends like Abanindranath and Rabindranath Tagore, the show explores the medium’s expressive depth without following a fixed chronology. Curated by Sujaan Mukherjee, it is open to all until July 28.

3. Comic confessions

Aashish Solanki

Telling Lies, Aashish Solanki’s new comedy special, offers a hilarious take on parenting, family, and adulting. Known for his sharp wit and relatable stories, the former math teacher returns to the stage with zero filters and maximum laughs. Catch him live at Kala Kunj Auditorium, 7.30 pm onwards. Tickets available online.

4. Rhythms of rain

Rupankar Bagchi

30 Ti Brishti (30 Monsoons) will celebrate Rupankar Bagchi’s three-decade musical journey with an evocative concert filled with iconic hits and new melodies. In conversation with Sujoy Prasad, the evening promises nostalgia, rain-soaked rhythms, and timeless charm. On July 18, at G D Birla Sabhagar, from 6.30 pm. Tickets available online.

5. Mic drop

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Grishyo Groove will light up Princeton Club with back-to-back performances from some of Bengal’s most exciting rock, hip hop, and crossover acts. Expect a fiery evening featuring The TCP Collective, Prachir, Saqi, and live rap battles. All the action will unfold from 5 pm onwards.

6. Closet revival

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Pre-Loved: A Sneak Peek into Thrifting opens its racks at Met Studio, Ballygunge, inviting visitors to explore curated, pre-owned fashion. Organised by Prabha Khaitan Foundation and Mrittika, the event promotes sustainable style through unique finds. Drop by on July 18 from 2 pm and July 19 from 12 noon.

7. Brass roots

Dhokra Art

The Dhokra Workshop at KCC will offer an immersive dive into the 4,000-year-old metal casting tradition. In collaboration with Miharu and guided by Parul Bajoria, the session features live demonstrations by artisans and insights into the lost-wax method. The workshop begins at 11 am, tickets available online.

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