Mumbai’s calendar is packed this May with events that promise to inspire, entertain, and offer something for every kind of music and arts lover. Whether you’re looking to experience powerful live performances, dive into hands-on workshops, or just enjoy an evening of great music, plenty is happening across the city. From soulful concerts by legends like Usha Uthup and Rekha Bhardwaj, to immersive cultural experiences, May is shaping up to be a month full of creativity and excitement in Mumbai. Here’s what’s on.
Discover the transformative Japanese art of Kintsugi in this intimate workshop, where broken becomes beautiful. Under expert guidance, you’ll repair cracked pottery with gleaming gold seams, creating something more precious than the original. The process is meditative and accessible. No experience needed, all materials provided. As you work, you’ll absorb the philosophy of wabi-sabi, finding profound beauty in imperfection. Take home your gold-veined creation, a tangible reminder that our breaks and repairs make us uniquely valuable.
Date: 7th May- 15th May
Venue: Hilton Mumbai International Airport Hotel
Dive into a night of soul-stirring melodies and pulsing rhythms as acclaimed German producer Ben Böhmer brings his transformative live set to Mumbai. This audio-visual journey blends ethereal soundscapes with infectious beats, crafting a unique sonic adventure that has captivated audiences worldwide.
Date: 8th May
Venue: DOME, SVP Stadium
Flowing like the river they’re named after, The Tapi Project weaves Folk, Jazz, and Rock into a sound that transcends genres and geographies. Hailing from Surat, this genre-defying quartet crafts music rooted in lived experience, offering an organic alternative to formulaic trends. Their performances are sonic explorations of India’s evolving cultural identity. With appearances in over 30 countries and a landmark performance at Glasgow’s Celtic Connections, The Tapi Project invites you to experience music that is as fluid, soulful, and borderless as the river itself.
Date: 9th May
Venue: Royal Opera House
The Latination, an authentic Afro-Cuban jazz collective led by master percussionist Emmanuel Simon, brings their electric performance to Mumbai. This exceptional ensemble—featuring Anurag Naidu (keyboard), Shivang Kapadia (drums), Yohaan Pissurlenker (bass), and Jarryd Rodrigues (saxophone)—crafts a sophisticated fusion of salsa, rumba, and contemporary jazz. Their performance promises infectious rhythms, soulful melodies, and complex harmonies that transport you straight to the heart of Latin America. Perfect for jazz enthusiasts and anyone seeking an evening of great, dance-worthy music.
Date: 10th May
Venue: Experimental Theatre, NCPA
Few voices carry the warmth and charisma of Usha Uthup, and even fewer evenings promise music with meaning. In a special concert in Mumbai dedicated to compassion and care, the legendary performer takes the stage in support of the Parents Association Thalassemic Unit Trust, an organisation devoted to the medical care of children living with thalassemia.
Date: 10th May
Venue: Dublin Square, Phoenix Marketcity
After a 12-year drought, the desert of Indian Rock is about to burst into bloom. The architects of hard rock rebellion return to Mumbai, bringing their arsenal of anthems that have defined generations of guitar-worshippers worldwide. From the jungle’s welcome to November’s rain, every iconic moment promises to unfold under Mumbai’s stars.
Date: 17th May
Where: Mahalaxmi Race Course
Mumbai’s iconic Prithvi Theatre reopens its doors to young dreamers with Summertime @ Prithvi—a storied workshop series that champions creativity over curriculum. In an age of screens and schedules, these sessions offer something radical: space to imagine, move, speak, and simply be.
Led by theatre heavyweights like Makarand Deshpande, Heeba Shah, and Om Katare, the program spans acting, storytelling, music, and more—each workshop a portal into expression and self-discovery.
Date: May- June (different dates for different classes)
Venue: Prithvi House, opposite Prithvi Theatre, Juhu
Few artists carry stillness the way Rekha Bhardwaj does—every note deliberate, every silence meaningful. In this rare live performance in Mumbai, she brings her distinct blend of Bollywood, Sufi, and ghazal to the stage, offering an experience that feels both cinematic and deeply personal.
Date: 31st May
Venue: Shanzukhananda Hall
