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Best Live Music and Comedy Venues in Kolkata (2026 Guide)
Where to hear live music and watch stand-up in Kolkata in 2026: Park Street band rooms, concert grounds, classical halls, comedy clubs and o… · 7 min read
Kali Puja and Diwali 2026 in Kolkata: Dates, Where to Go and Cracker Rules
Kali Puja and Diwali fall on Sunday 8 November 2026. Kolkata dates from Dhanteras to Bhai Phonta, where to see Kali Puja, markets, and firec… · 7 min read
Durga Puja 2026 in Kolkata: Dates, Best Pandals, Metro and New Rules
Durga Puja 2026 in Kolkata runs 17–21 October. Day-wise dates, this year's top pandals by area, overnight metro timings, routes and the new … · 8 min read
Free Things to Do in Kolkata: 30 Ideas That Cost Nothing (2026)
30 free things to do in Kolkata: the Maidan, river ghats, Marble Palace, Belur Math, free galleries, festival nights and markets, with the n… · 7 min read
New Year's Eve 2026 in Kolkata: Where to Party and How to Get Home
New Year's Eve 2026 is a Thursday. Kolkata's options for 31 December: Park Street, hotel galas, club nights and family plans, with metro and… · 7 min read
Things to Do in Kolkata This Weekend: 36 Ideas (2026 Guide)
36 things to do in Kolkata this weekend: heritage, food, river walks, live music, comedy, family outings and free ideas, each with area and … · 7 min read
Weekend Activities for Kids in Kolkata: 22 Family Outings (2026)
22 weekend activities for kids in Kolkata: Science City, Nicco Park, Eco Park, the planetarium, museums, river rides and workshops, with pri… · 7 min read
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