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Mumbai This Weekend: From Krishna Bhajan Jamming & Dahi Handi Celebrations To Ganpati Making Workshops, Check Out These Events

Mumbai is gearing up for a festive weekend filled with music, devotion, theatre and celebrations. With Janmashtami and Dahi Handi festivities taking over the city, Mumbaikars can also look forward to Krishna-themed musical evenings, a theatrical journey through the life of Lord Krishna and the first major Ganpati Aagmans of the season. Here’s your guide to what’s happening across Mumbai this…

Mumbai This Weekend: From Krishna Bhajan Jamming & Dahi Handi Celebrations To Ganpati Making Workshops, Check Out These Events

Mumbai is preparing for a weekend filled with religious celebrations and cultural events. From Krishna-themed musical evenings to Dahi Handi festivities and Ganpati Aagmans, the city is buzzing with excitement. Here are some of the notable events taking place:

1. Krishna Bhajan Evening: Join Gayatri Iyer in an evening of Krishna bhajans, music, and devotion at Bridavana. The event welcomes everyone to sing along and enjoy a peaceful musical experience.

2. Krishna Through the Flute: Renowned flautist Varsh Jain will perform a special musical evening, blending Krishna bhajans with Indian classical music and jazz improvisation.

3. Mere Krishn: Experience a theatrical journey through the life and teachings of Lord Krishna in this 21-scene production, featuring theatre, music, dance, and multimedia.

4. Ganpati Making Workshop: Make your very own Bappa by participating in hands-on clay idol-making workshops. These workshops are ideal for families, children, and anyone wanting a personal touch to their Ganeshotsav celebration.

5. Janmashtami: ISKCON Juhu will offer a special festival experience with over 1008 bhogas (cultural offerings) to Lord Krishna, including sushi, tacos, pizza, and more than 100 cuisines.

6. Ganpati Aagman: Witness the first major Ganpati Aagman celebrations in the Lalbaug-Parel belt on September 6. The festivities will include vibrant processions, dhol-tasha performances, music, and large crowds as Mumbai begins the Ganeshotsav season.

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