The second week of January brings with it a diverse range of activities and events for residents of Kolkata to get stuck into. From immersive heritage walks to a thumping rock concert, the cultural events in the “City of Joy” just keep coming. Before you head out, we recommend reading this essay on the Grand Eastern Hotel which has inspired novels, films and nostalgia since 1840.
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Top Things To Do In Kolkata This Weekend
If you are in Kolkata wondering what to do from January 11-12, 2025, here's a list of events we have put together—from a classical festival now in its 13th edition to a painting workshop that connects strangers with one another

A lit up Howrah Bridge over the Hooghly River in Kolkata
Photo: mitra kountik/Shutterstock
A lit up Howrah Bridge over the Hooghly River in Kolkata
Photo: mitra kountik/Shutterstock

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