Festivals & Cultural Extravaganzas
- Bhojpal Mahotsav Mela: Bhopal's grand year-end fair starts with a bang! Expect dancing dolphins, magical shows, folk dances, and cultural stalls celebrating Raja Bhoj's legacy. Street food heaven includes crispy garadu snacks, Indore sweets, chaat, momos, and more. Perfect for families.
When: November 14 (ongoing till January 1)
Where: Central fairgrounds (exact spot TBD, check local updates)
Entry: Free, shopping and rides extra. Thousands expected from nearby districts!
Music & Concerts
- Red FM Unwind with Papon Live Tour: Soulful tunes from the king of folk-fusion, Papon! Unwind to his hits in a cozy gig vibe.
When: Evening show (around 7 PM)
Where: The Stage (Islam Nagar area)
Tickets: Starting ₹500.
- Studio XO Presents Arindam Sinha Performing Live: Rock out to indie rock energy with Arindam Sinha's setlist of crowd-pleasers.
When: 7:30 PM
Where: Studio XO Bar
Tickets: ₹300–₹600, book online.
- The Stage Tour ft. Rupali Jagga: Bollywood meets Sufi in this high-energy tour stop. Sing along to her chart-toppers.
When: Late evening
Where: The Stage
Tickets: ₹400+.
Parties & Nightlife
- Open Mic Night at Studio XO Bar: Unleash your inner star! Comedy, poetry, or tunes – anyone's game in this chill party setup.
When: 10:30 PM onwards
Where: Millennium Campus, Nathu Barkhera Road (near Neelbad Chouraha)
Entry: Free entry, drinks on you. Great for networking with Bhopal's creative crowd.
Food & Drinks
- Tied into the Bhojpal Mahotsav: Dive into a food fest with regional delights – think spicy chaat corners and sweet stalls from Indore. Bonus: Live cooking demos.
When: All day
Where: Mela grounds
Cost: Pay per bite, budget ₹200–500 for a feast.
Business & Workshops
- DHR-ICMR Health Research Excellence Summit 2025: Big brains unite! Led by Minister Anupriya Patel, this features launches of health initiatives, awards for top researchers, and talks on India's medical breakthroughs. Ideal for pros in wellness and science.
When: Full day (morning keynote)
Where: ICMR venue (central Bhopal)
Entry: Invite/registration only, free for attendees.
- Bird Walk Series (MP Tourism): Spot feathered friends in Bhopal's green spots. Easy guided tour for nature lovers.
When: Early morning (6–9 AM)
Where: Local parks/lakeside
Cost: Free, book via MP Tourism site.
Dance & Wellness
- Folk Dance Fusion at Bhojpal Mahotsav: Tribal beats from Bundelkhand meet local rhythms in lively performances. Join in if you're feeling the groove!
When: Afternoon slots
Where: Mela stage
Entry: Free.
- Health & Wellness Session (tied to Summit): Quick yoga or mindfulness talks amid the research buzz.
When: Midday
Where: Summit venue
Cost: Free add-on.
