Holi is almost here! Are you still making plans and wondering how to spend the day? Hosting house parties might mean a grilling clean-up session after and party hopping from one place to the other means spending a lot of time on the road. If you’re on the lookout for one venue to enjoy the festive day with your friends and family in Kolkata, look no further!
Here’s My Kolkata’s list of Holi events to check out in Kolkata this year.
Bollywood takeover with Jacqueliene Fernandez
Holi and Bollywood are a match made in heaven! If you are in the mood for some filmy fun this Holi, head to P.C. Chandra Gardens for RangLeela ’24. You might bump into Jacqueliene Fernandez, who will be making a special appearance as you party it up at the venue. Not only is DJ Trissha opening the day with her Bollywood mixes but the city’s finest DJ Vicky Metharamani will be taking charge of the console right after to pump up the vibe.
So enjoy your Bolly bling night with celebrities, organic colours and unlimited food and thandai.
When: Monday, March 25, 11am onwards
Address: Golden Acres Garden, Eastern Metropolitan Bypass
Pocket pinch: Rs 1,350 onwards
To book: Click here
Dance in the rain at Offbeat CCU
If you and your friends love a rain dance, then Offbeat CCU should be your destination this Holi. At their Grand Rain Dance Holi Party you can enjoy\playing with colours under a spray of water, along with one complimentary thandai and pulsating DJ music. A special menu has also been curated for the festivities which will feature dishes like Rangeela Peri Peri Open Sandwich (Veg), Holi Ki Goli (Chicken Shashlik), Rang Bhare Murg Kathi Roll, Rang Bhorse (Fish Amritsari), Rang Barse Chicken Biryani, Satrangi Veg Biryani, Firni and Jalebi with Rabri. Wash it all down with some Gulab Thandai, Blue Lagoon, Balam Pichkari (Peach Hills) and Rang Rasia Slash (Black Currant).
When: Monday, March 25, 11am onwards
Address: Offbeat CCU, Topsia
Pocket pinch: Meal for two Rs 600 onwards
To book: Click here
Code White at NX Lounge
Do you want to dance all your worries away while being surrounded by colours? Then the outdoor zone at NX Hotel is the place to be. The three-year-new hotel on EM Bypass is set to host their Holi event, Mohe Rang De. And there is only one rule — all attendees have to wear white. Other than unlimited food and thandai, a dance troupe will also be present along with a celebrity emcee, organic colours, theme-based décor, and rain dance. Still need a push? A celebrity DJ will also be present to make you party the day away. Who? Well, you’ll only know if you’re there. The venue will also offer valet parking.
When: Monday, March 25, 11am onwards
Address: NX Hotel, Metropolitan Co-Operative Housing Society
Pocket pinch: Rs 1,500 onwards
For more information: Call +91 7044077660
Flower Power at The Bridge by The Park
The Bridge is bringing the true essence of basanta to Holi celebrations. The restaurant at The Park Kolkata is set to host Phoolon Ki Holi, where flowers will replace colours and water for an eco-friendly celebration. In a world where sustainability is paramount, kudos to The Park for embracing the eco-conscious route. A colourful day of fun is incomplete without food, and in this case there will be an elaborate buffet brunch spread for guests to enjoy.
The passes being sold come with three different offers. While the Early and Late Bird passes come with the buffet but different entry times, the Late Bird Single Pass will be having unlimited drinks. A trio of friends who want to make it to this celebration, can opt for the Buy 2 Get 1 offer where three people can enter and enjoy the buffet on display.
When: Monday, March 25, 12.30pm - 4pm
Address: The Park Kolkata, Park Street
Pocket pinch: Rs 1,200 for late bird single pass, Rs 1,699 for early bird, Rs 1,999 for late bird and Rs 3,700 for Buy 2 Get 1
To book: Click here
