June in Delhi isn’t just about staying cool, it’s about tuning in. From live gigs to soulful qawwalis, theatre nights to sunrise yoga flows, the city’s buzzing with vibes. Mark your calendars—here’s your culture fix for the month.
In 2018, photographer Shahid Datawala turned his lens—not for the first time—toward Mumbai. But this time, it was about proximity. A quiet discipline. A need to see the city not as spectacle, but as repetition, erosion, persistence. Clad in his signature lungi, moving through streets with a 100mm lens and a flâneur’s patience, Datawala gathered what the city leaves behind: gestures, fragments, shadows, patterns. The result is a body of work that doesn’t document Mumbai—it lives inside it.
Date: 16th May – 15th June
Venue: Gallery Escape, New Friends Colony
The National School of Drama, India’s leading theatre training ground and one of the finest in the world, is back with its legendary Summer Theatre Festival. Since 1959, NSD has been shaping the future of Indian theatre, and now it’s your chance to experience why live drama still hits differently.
Get ready for five weeks of unforgettable performances from India’s most celebrated productions. Expect powerful storytelling, raw emotions, and that irreplaceable magic only live theatre can deliver.
Date: 6th June- 13th July
Venue: Abhimanch & Sammukh Auditorium
Through 360° projections, a captivating digital art exhibition brings over 300 of Vincent van Gogh’s masterpieces to life, enabling visitors to immerse themselves in his iconic paintings such as The Starry Night and Sunflowers. This multi-sensory experience combines art, technology, and storytelling to offer a unique journey into the world of one of history’s most celebrated artists.
Date: 3rd June – 8th June
Venue: The Hub, DLF Promenade Mall, Vasant Kunj
Get ready, Delhi — Sufi legend Sagar Bhatia returns to illuminate the night with soul-stirring qawwali. This isn’t your typical concert; it’s a soul-stirring ride where tradition meets a fresh spark, every note is packed with devotion, and every beat pulses with life. Whether you’ve been a qawwali fan forever or you’re just curious about the magic, this night promises to leave you spellbound, humming, and maybe even dancing.
Date: 7th June
Venue: K D Jadhav Wrestling Stadium (IGI Indoor Stadium)
Lil Pump is poised to unleash an explosive performance. From viral chaos to trap royalty, the king of Gucci Gang energy is pulling up to Room XO for one night of pure, unfiltered mayhem. Imagine a night filled with high-octane beats, bass that will leave your bones trembling, and enough flex to make your Instagram account splinter.
Date: 8th June
Venue: Room XO, Gurgaon
Manto’s haunting short story comes to life in this evocative Hindi musical, which wraps heartbreak in melody and grit. At its centre is Sultana, a sex worker in Delhi who has one simple wish: to wear a black shalwar on Muharram. But in Manto’s world, even small desires have a price.
Set against a backdrop of partition, poverty, and deep human longing, Kaali Shalwar is about seeing the people we’re taught to look away from. With delicate direction, raw musicality, and Manto’s famously fearless pen, this show holds your gaze and doesn’t let go.
Date: 14th June
Venue: Shri Ram Centre
Small-town boy. Big city dream. One shot at glory.
Mumbai Star is the result of a unique blend of raw ambition and neon heartbreak, with a relentless beat. Dev leaves his sleepy coastal village with a pocketful of cash and a dream that he doesn’t know how to quit. His destination? The ultimate stage: Mumbai Star, the dance show that promises overnight fame—or a very public fall.
What follows is a collision course with the city’s chaos, charm, and cold shoulder. There’s a mentor with lighthouse energy, a love story that dares to be forbidden, and a soundtrack that shape-shifts from soul to street in seconds. The dancing? Absolutely electric. The stakes? The stakes are higher than your pulse after the first eight counts.
Date: 14th- 15th June
Venue: Kamani Auditorium
After five buzzing editions across India, cult’s Yogathon returns to Delhi with one goal: 1 million Surya Namaskars.
Master trainer Divya Rolla leads the charge—breaking down yoga into something honest, unfiltered, and deeply human. Expect soul-soaked live music, guided stillness, and movement that makes your body feel like it remembers something ancient.
Date: 21st June
Venue: Indira Gandhi Arena, Delhi
What if heroism wasn’t a pose—but a feeling in your body?
Unfolding the Hero isn’t just a dance class. It’s part movement jam, part deep dive into what strength and softness feel like.
There is no choreography or pressure, just guided prompts, great music, and space to express yourself in a powerful way.
Date: 15th June
Venue: Oddbird Theatre
The Sydney-based crooner is finally bringing his velvet voice and TikTok-famous ballads to India—and we’re not emotionally prepared. Consider the lyrical depth of Laufey, the musical essence of Bruno Major, and an abundance of romantic longing that may compel you to reach out to an ex (we advise against it). Whether you’re already looping 10 pm and Like I Do, or you’re just here for the slow-burn charm, this is your chance to catch Australia’s rising soul prince live, up close, and possibly making you cry in public (We won’t judge.)
Date: 22nd June
Venue: Imperfect Patio, Gurugram
