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Jazz Utsav |  Priyadarshini Park
21 - 22 Nov 2009 (annual)
Mumbai's Jazz Utsav features international artists and jazz bands from across India performing in Priyadarshini Park. The eclectic programme consistently offers jazz fans a compelling cross section of the genre. |
Banganga Festival |  Banganga Tank
Jan 2010 (annual)
Banganga Festival, a two-day celebration paying tribute to Mumbai's heritage through rhythm and music, takes place at Banganga Tank. The site comprises temples dating to the 6th century BC, making a dramatic backdrop for performances by renowned Indian classical musicians. |
Mumbai International Book Fair |  Bandra Kurla Complex
Jan 2010 (annual)
A wide range of high-profile works and new editions are on sale at the Bandra Kurla Complex during the Mumbai International Book Fair. The event also offers rare, antiquarian and secondhand books, maps and prints, magazines and computer software. |
Kala Ghoda Fair |  K.Dubash Marg
Jan 2010; Sun only (annual)
Every Sunday in January the historic K Dubash Marg area of Mumbai comes alive to the pulsating heartbeat of rural India as the Kala Ghoda Fair transforms the pedestrian plaza into a hive of arts and crafts. |
Elephanta Festival |  Elephanta Island
Feb 2010 (annual)
The annual Elephanta Festival of Indian classical dance is held at the Elephanta caves near Mumbai. Visitors can admire the grandeur of the caves' sculptures before enjoying an evening of dance performances and traditional food sold at stalls. |
Maharashtra Day |  Shivaji Park
May 2010 (annual)
One of India's largest and most important states, economically and culturally, Maharashtra remembers the day it attained statehood on 1 May every year. Celebrations including a ceremonial parade are held at the Shivaji Park in central Mumbai. |
Times Kidz World |  World Trade Centre
Apr - May 2010 (annual)
Entertain the kids with a visit to the Times Kidz World at Mumbai's World Trade Centre. The Expo Centre becomes a gigantic playground and toy store with children's products from 300 exhibitors, roaming cartoon characters, talent shows and competitions. |
Kranti Divas (Freedom Day) |  August Kranti Maidan
Aug 2010 (annual)
On 9 August 1942, Mahatma Gandhi launched the Quit India Movement, a final push to rid India of British rule, at a public meeting in Mumbai. The park where he made his call is now known as the August Kranti Maidan and a commemorative meeting is held here every year to mark the anniversary of the movement. |
Ganesh Chaturthi Festival |  Chowpatty and Dadar Beaches
Sep 2010 (annual)
The ten-day Ganesh Chaturthi Festival celebrates the birthday of elephant-headed god Ganesh. On the festival's final day, thousands of processions converge on Mumbai's beaches to immerse holy idols in the sea, accompanied by drum beats, devotional songs and dancing. |
Navaratri: Nine Nights of Dancing |  Mumbai
Sep 2010 (annual)
The Hindu festival of Navaratri is a celebration of the Mother Goddess Durga, marking her victory over the demon Mahisasura. Musical celebrations take over every club and most stadiums in Mumbai with the dandiya (sticks) dance. |
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