From cocktail takeovers and live music to global brunches and creative workshops, here’s what’s on our radar this October.
1. The Piano Man Presents Larger Than 90, Delhi
Shillong’s seven-piece funk band brings live music to The Piano Man Jazz Club.
When: Friday, 16 October, 8:30 PM
Where: The Piano Man Jazz Club, Safdarjung, Delhi
2. Supa San x Unnaayanaa, Mumbai
An evening of music, good company and after-dark energy in Bandra.
When: Saturday, 17 October, 9 PM onwards
Where: Supa San, Mansionz One, Linking Road, Bandra West
3. The Bombay Bar Crawl
Three bars, signature whisky cocktails, curated bites and a party bus connecting the stops make this a Mumbai night out with a difference.
When: Saturday, 17 October, 7 PM onwards
Where: Mumbai
4. Singles Mixer at Koramangala SOCIAL, Bengaluru
An easygoing afternoon designed for meeting new people and making connections.
When: Saturday, 17 October, 4–7 PM
Where: Koramangala SOCIAL, Bengaluru
5. Bollywood & English Jam Session, Bengaluru
Join SOCIAL’s 10th anniversary celebrations with an interactive singalong of Bollywood favourites and English hits.
Where: Koramangala SOCIAL, Bengaluru
6. STAMPA! by Call Me Sofia x Devartme, Mumbai
Try your hand at Italian-inspired linocut printing, carving and pattern-making in this creative workshop.
When: Sunday, 18 October, 5–7 PM
Where: Call Me Sofia, Mumbai
Price: ₹3,000
7. Sweeney’s Thai-Inspired Sunday Brunch, Mumbai
From Tom Yum Benedict and Thai Corn Ribs to Mango Sticky Rice Waffles, this brunch brings a playful Thai twist to weekend dining, with live garden sessions adding to the mood.
When: Sundays, 12 PM onwards
Where: Sweeney, Khar, Mumbai
8. 1BHK 2.0, Mumbai
A dining and nightlife concept shaped around community, evolving menus and The People’s Menu, inspired by the cravings and conversations of its patrons.
9. The Mansion Affair at Koishii, Mumbai
Koishii at The St. Regis Mumbai welcomes Jason from Ho Chi Minh City’s The Enigma Mansion for a one-night cocktail takeover featuring inventive drinks, bold flavours and contemporary mixology. The Vietnamese bar ranked No. 55 on the Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2026 extended list.
When: Saturday, 17 October, 7:30 PM onwards
Where: Koishii, The Penthouse, The St. Regis Mumbai
10. EL x Lair Cocktail Takeover
Gurgaon’s Lair brings its signature cocktail programme to EL for a special evening led by Bar Head Amay Bisen.
When: Friday, 23 October
Where: EL, rooftop bar
11. Nonna Mei x Olive Bar & Kitchen, Mumbai
Chef Niyati Rao brings together Italian cooking and ingredients from Northeast India in a special menu featuring fresh pasta, inventive pizzas and distinctive regional flavours.
When: 23–25 October
Where: Olive Bar & Kitchen, Bandra, Mumbai
12. YAZU x Little Bit Sober, Mumbai
YAZU hosts Kolkata’s Little Bit Sober for a cocktail takeover featuring inventive serves, from tea-fermented vodka cocktails to whisky mixed with Himalayan cheese and wild honey.
When: Saturday, 24 October, 9 PM onwards
Where: YAZU, Lower Parel, Mumbai
13. Sorena’s Sunday Unbrunch, Bandra
Travel through Mumbai, New York, Sicily, Istanbul and Tokyo with a global spread spanning sliders, biryani, ravioli, risottos and desserts like baklava cheesecake and hojicha pudding. There’s also a made-to-order egg station.
When: Every Sunday, 12 PM onwards
Where: Sorena, 11th & 12th Floors, Mansionz One, Linking Road, Bandra West, Mumbai
Pricing: ₹2,750 + taxes for food and non-alcoholic beverages; ₹5,500 + taxes for food and alcohol; ₹1,499 + taxes for children below 9.
14. The Passport Hotel, Assagao, Goa
A cocktail-forward boutique stay with personalised passport experiences, in-room DIY cocktail setups and Layover, a rooftop bar with an infinity pool and swim-up bar.
Where: The Passport Hotel, Assagao, Goa
15. The Women’s Wellness Yacht Experience by Buova Care x Movynn
Swap your usual Saturday plans for a sunset on the water with an evening dedicated to movement and mindful indulgence. The experience features a Pilates sundowner with Ayesha Billimoria, breathwork with FAB Oils, sound meditation, a Nykaa × TONYMOLY face mask session, Fast&Up mocktails, sourdough tartines by Buova Farm and goodie bags worth ₹10,000.
When: Saturday, 17 October 2026
Sessions: The Golden Sail, 5–6:30 PM | The Moonlit Voyage, 6:30–8 PM
Price: ₹5,000 per ticket
Availability: First batch sold out
16. Día de los Muertos at Mezcalita, Mumbai & Bengaluru
Mezcalita celebrates Mexico’s Day of the Dead with a special food and cocktail menu across its Mumbai and Bengaluru cantinas. Expect Mexican-inspired décor featuring marigold flowers, painted skulls and festive entrance arches, alongside seasonal flavours and cocktails.
When: 15 October – 2 November 2026
Where: Mezcalita, Mumbai and Bengaluru
Whether you’re planning a night out, discovering a new menu or looking for a different way to spend your Sunday, consider this your cue to get out and explore.
