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Whether you are a student or working, we all want longer weekends because Saturday and Sunday just do not seem enough. While practically we can’t change the length of our weekends, we can certainly make the most of them by enjoying our time off with our loved ones. Here’ some fun stuff you can indulge in if you’re in Karachi over the weekend:

 

Friday, 16th November 2018

 

1) Karachi Street Food Festival

 

The City of Lights can safely be renamed the City of Food as our most favourite leisure activity is dining out now. To boost the foodie within you, this street food festival is surely going to be one of a kind experience. Can you think of a combination better than food and live performances from renowned singers of Pakistan? Don’t think so.

Ticket: PKR 200

Location: Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Park

Timings: 5pm-1am

For further details, click here.

 

2) Turkish Food Festival 

 

The holiday season is fast approaching but until you can physically be in Turkey, here is a chance to enjoy authentic Turkish delicacies within a few kilometres from home. Enjoy the famous Lahmacun, Doner kebab and much more, all under one roof.

Ticket: PKR 2500/ per person

Location: Pearl Continental Hotel

Timings: 7pm onwards.

For queries, click here.

 

3) Open Mic Night at Chaaye Khaana

 

You know what makes Karachi diverse? The plethora of opportunity for artistic people to showcase their talent and garner appreciation from others. Open mic nights are ideal opportunities for people who want to pursue singing, slam poetry, stand-up comedy and much more but are too afraid to perform in front of a huge crowd. If you are looking for a sign, this is it. If you are not one to perform, you can be the audience.

Entry is free.

Location: Chaaye Khaana, Bukhari Commercial

Timings: 7pm-10pm

For information, click here.

 

Saturday, 17th November 2018 

 

1) Grand Beach Party at French Beach

 

Saturday nights should be stupendous, right? ‘The Organizers’ of this event kept that in mind! This beach party is the perfect weekend getaway with music, food, fire show, water sports and much more. Begin your winter with chilly winds by the sea.

Ticket: PKR 1200

Location: French Beach [Pick-up locations: Dera Boat Basin and Usmania Restaurant, Gulshan]

Timings: 9am-5pm

For details, click here.

 

2) Pepsi Battle of the Bands and Salt Art

 

We all had our favourite bands from Pepsi Battle of the Bands who did not make it to the finale but now you can watch them sing live for you! Emerging bands from the acclaimed competition are going on a countrywide tour, bringing you the phenomenal audiovisual experience of a lifetime.

Ticket: PKR 1000

Location: Beach Luxury Hotel

Timings: 8pm-10pm

For further information, click here.

 

3) Lulusar Karachi Exhibit

 

The perfect blend of traditional and western wear, Lulusar believes in the confident woman of today and designs trendy and chic outfits, helping you bid farewell to your everyday wear hassle. Available online only, their third exhibition will give you the chance to see the outfits in real-time before you buy them.

Entry is free.

Location: The Deli, Block 4 Clifton.

Timings: 11am-7pm

Got questions? Click here.

 

Sunday, 18th November 2018 

 

1) Winter Wonderland

 

Your little ones deserve to have a fun-filled weekend and there is no better way to spend time with them than a carnival with activities like arts and crafts, storytelling and much more. In the end, they leave with a goodie bag – how exciting!

Ticket: PKR 800 [last day to buy tickets is 16th November]

Location to be disclosed.

Timings: 3:30pm-8pm

For queries contact: 03343319323 or 03212521724 or visit their Facebook page.

 

2) The Crows: True Stories  

 

Human connection is the most important aspect of our lives. It is vital and we all need to share our stories with others in order to grow and learn as individuals. Koel Café brings back their true stories night which allows you and others to share real-life stories. Connect with people in the most unique way.

Ticket: PKR 500 [children not allowed]

Location: Koel Café, Block 4 Clifton.

Timings: 7pm onwards.

Get details here.

 

3) Laughter in the Port

 

A Sunday spent well brings a week of content. To turn that into reality, Port Grand is bringing a night filled with laughter. A comedy play, funny mushaira and much more performed by acclaimed Pakistani stage drama artists will certainly liven up your mood. Laugh away the night alongside family and friends.

Ticket: PKR 300

Location: Port Grand

Timings: 5pm-12am

Get details here.

 

Ayesha Ghaffar

The author is a Sub-Editor at Something Haute and a fresh Journalism graduate from SZABIST. She is paving the way for her future in the field of media and reporting. When she is not working, she is busy watching Penguin videos and staying away from cats.