Bengaluru this weekend (Oct 4-5): From music concert to Oktoberfest celebrations, here's what's happening in the city

From soulful music to stage drama, cycling challenges, Oktoberfest celebrations, and even a pizza workshop — here’s your guide to planning a happy weekend with your dear ones in Bengaluru on October 4 and 5.

After garba nights and food fests, Namma Bengaluru is celebrating with enjoyable music events and party vibes. What's your plan this October weekend? If you want to relax at home and simply binge watch some of the latest OTT releases, we hint you that the list of things happening in the city might make you change your mind and step out to participate.

From soulful music to stage drama, Oktoberfest celebrations, and even a pizza workshop — here’s your guide to planning a happy weekend with your dear ones in Bengaluru on October 4 and 5.

Hariharan LIVE – Riwaayat: Ek Mehfil

This weekend is surely special, with Padma Shri Hariharan performing live in our city. The legendary singer is all set to mesmerise Bengaluru with soulful ghazals and timeless music. If you are a music lover who enjoys this genre of music, this event is just perfect for you.

Date: Saturday, Oct 4

Venue: Prestige Centre for Performing Arts, Konanakunte

Acyuta Gopi LIVE – Chal Man Vrindavan

Bengaluru also welcomes internationally acclaimed kirtan artist and Grammy-nominated vocalist Acyuta Gopi. Described as the biggest spiritual concert in India, it is said to musically transport listeners to Lord Krishna's Vrindavan. So, if you are wanting to give your weekend a spiritual twist, this is your pick.

Date: Sunday, Oct 5

Venue: Phoenix Mall of Asia, Byatarayanapura

Macbeth (directed by Rajat Kapoor)

How about stepping into Shakespeare’s world this weekend? If you excited nodded and said "Yes", we ask you witness one of his darkest plays, with Rajat Kapoor’s adaptation of Macbeth, starring Ranvir Shorey as Macky B and Vinay Pathak as Pedro.

Date: Sunday, Oct 5

Venue: Jyoti Nivas College, Koramangala

Pizza workshop

Pizza making.

Pizza lovers reading this need to make some noise as there's something exciting for you happening this weekend. The city has a pizza making workshop, giving you a chance to try your hands at making your favourite dish. It's time you roll up your sleeves to unleash your inner chef and have a slice of fun!

Date: Oct 4 & 5

Venue: ST Bed, Koramangala

Oktoberfest in the city

Oktoberfest. Image for representation.

Oktoberfest, the world's largest beer festival, is no more just a Munich’s thing. While its rooted in the city of Munich, Germany, Bengaluru’s bars and breweries have brought the celebration closer home. This Sunday, the first in October, sip, socialise, and set party vibes high at Geist Brewing Co, Toscano, Brix & Barrels, and more.