India’s event scene ignites in January 2026 with unmissable cultural and musical highlights! Lollapalooza India rocks Mumbai and will be headlined by Linkin Park’s historic debut, and Tiesto will set the
stage on fire in Delhi. On the other hand, sitarist Anoushka Shankar will have her audience in a trance in Kolkata. Storytelling shines at Afsana: Somaiya Festival, celebrating Madhya Pradesh-Chhattisgarh Adivasi folklore. The Sula Wine Fest is something to look forward to in Nashik, and wellness gets a new boost with the Soul Fest taking place in Mumbai.
Here are some of the events to look forward to in India as we come to the end of January:
Lollapalooza in Mumbai
Lollapalooza India is back for its fourth edition and will be taking place this weekend. This time around, Linkin Park and Playboi Carti will be headlining the concert. The music festival celebrates diverse, genre-spanning sounds across four stages, blending iconic acts with breakthrough talent for two electric days of soaring ballads, euphoric sing-alongs, raw punk energy, subterranean basslines, and fearless collaborations.
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Linkin Park, the GRAMMY winners with 100M+ records sold, will make its India debut and perform their iconic numbers like “In the End,” “Numb,” “Crawling,” and fresh hits like “Lost”. Playboi Carti brings hip-hop disruption with “Magnolia,” “Sky,”, while YUNGBLUD ignites punk rebellion, Kehlani weaves R&B soul, and Knock2 drops bass firepower.
Venue: Mahalaxmi Racecourse, Mumbai
Dates: January 24 and 25
Sula Fest in Nashik
SulaFest 2026 returns to Nashik for its landmark 15th edition. It promises a vibrant two-day celebration that brings together music, wine, food, and culture in a stunning vineyard setting. The festival features a diverse, power-packed lineup including Nucleya, King, Gaudi, Midival Punditz ft. Karsh Kale & Kutle Khan, The Yellow Diary, Swarathma, Princely States Dub Orchestra, Daira ft. Queendom, Dark Circle Factory, Dot, OG Shez, and Suggahunny. There is going to be something for everyone, as the music offerings include electronic and indie to folk and alternative sounds.
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Beyond the music, guests can indulge in curated food experiences, sip on Sula’s award-winning wines, wine cocktails, and Sula cans, and explore interactive pop-ups set against sweeping vineyard views. The festival also offers an opportunity to discover Sula’s latest wine launches, including The Source Chardonnay Reserve, Sula Muscat Blanc, and Sula Merlot, adding depth to the tasting experience.
Venue: Sula Vineyards, Nashik
Date: January 31 and February 1
Tribute to KK in Mumbai
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Music lovers can attend an unforgettable evening, which will act as a tribute to KK, as singer Shivang Upadhyay will perform live. This is a timeless celebration of Krishnakumar Kunnath, aka KK’s legacy, who is one of India’s most loved voices. The tribute concert brings to life his soul-touching melodies, heartfelt lyrics, and songs that defined a generation. From romantic ballads to powerful anthems, KK’s music continues to evoke deep emotion and nostalgia, making this tribute a heartfelt homage to an artist whose voice remains etched in millions of hearts. This evening promises an immersive musical experience, reliving KK’s greatest hits in a setting that amplifies both emotion and energy, perfect for fans, friends, and families alike.
Venue: Dublin Square, Phoenix Marketcity Mumbai
Date: 25th January
India Soul Fest in Mumbai
The city will experience a soulful two-day weekend as India Soul Fest, which is a thoughtfully curated celebration of wellness, creativity, music, and mindful living. It aims to bring together individuals and communities seeking meaningful, feel-good experiences.
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The festival will host multiple immersive activities, including wellness and healing sessions with breathwork and sound therapy, and interactive workshops with mindfulness and movement experts. There will also be soulful music by acts like Kabir Café and DJ Mihir Chandan, inspirational Wisdom Wave talks featuring influencers such as Jaya Kishori, Terence Lewis, Smita Jayakar, and Urmi Kothari, and vibrant experiential zones like Oracle Oasis, Healing Circles, and Creative Expression studios. Designed to nourish your mind, body and soul, visit the various conscious brand pop-ups and artisanal food spaces at the festival.
Venue: Phoenix Palladium, Lower Parel, Mumbai
Dates: 24th & 25th January 2026
Afsana 2026 in Mumbai
Afsana: The Somaiya Storytelling Festival 2026 invites you to experience Bindu: Centred Metaphors—a two-day immersive celebration spotlighting Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh’s rich oral, folk, and performative traditions. Rooted in Adivasi narratives, bardic forms, mythic retellings, and land-river folklore, Afsana opens vital cultural dialogues on centre vs. margins, memory, and living heritage. The event is being chaired by Amrita Somaiya, Kitab Khana co-owner and Somaiya Trust Trustee.
Regional voices like Shobha Tirkey, Krutika, Geetanjali Wani, Laxmi Subhash Yadav, and Bhavna Mohile & Abhishek Rane share rare Oraon and Baiga traditions and intergenerational tales. National storytellers like Akshay, Rochelle Potkar, Mahmood Farooqui, Dr Ulka Mayur, Dr Tina Tambe, Fiona Fernandez, Narayan Parasuram, Mehak Mirza Prabhu, and Vaishali Shroff will bridge regional roots with contemporary forms.
Venue: Somaiya Vidyavihar University, Vidyavihar, Mumbai
Dates: 30–31 January 2026
Tiesto in Delhi
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Delhi, get ready to witness the godfather of EDM, Tiësto! The legendary DJ and Grammy Award-winning artist is bringing his electrifying beats to Delhi. Known as the Godfather of EDM, Tiësto will take over the stage with iconic hits like “The Business”, “Don’t Be Shy”, and “Hot In It”. Prepare for a night of unparalleled energy, breathtaking visuals, and unforgettable drops as Delhi becomes the epicentre of an extraordinary music experience. This isn’t just a concert; it’s a night where music, passion, and energy collide to create pure magic. Don’t miss the chance to witness history in the making!
Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi
Date: January 24
Anoushka Shankar in Kolkata
The city of Joy is set to welcome the international sitarist, who has earned several firsts – the youngest and first female recipient of a British House of Commons Shield, the first Indian woman to perform live at the Grammy® Awards, the first Indian woman to be nominated and one of the first five female composers to have been added onto the UK A-level music syllabus. Anoushka Shankar in June 2024 was the recipient of an honorary degree in music from Oxford University.
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Having learnt under the intensive tutelage of her father, Pandit Ravi Shankar, from the age of nine, the performer is on her India tour, and is playing in several cities across India. She Her touring career has taken her from legendary jazz cafes to iconic symphony halls and festival stages in front of 40,000 people, her versatility transforming each of these locations into an intimate experience for all listening. That versatility comes out of years spent building the confidence to be artistically truthful and to connect to her audience from the heart.
Venue: Netaji Indoor Stadium, Kolkata
Date: February 8
