# Best This-weekend Events in Varanasi

- **Subtitle**: From open mics to magic tricks, the this-weekend scene locals are actually talking about
- **Category**: Weekend
- **Display Name**: Events this weekend
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## About

This-weekend in Varanasi is not just about the ghats and the aarti. The real buzz is in small rooms, rooftop corners and old-school halls where people are actually showing up. You can feel it in the numbers, thousands already clicked "interested" or "going" on this-weekend events in Varanasi, and that is before anyone has even touched a mic.

If you are into words, stories and slightly nervous poets, Ghar - An Open Mic For Words by Tape A Tale is the one you go to first. It draws the soft spoken, the heartbreak narrators and the people who pretend they just "wrote this on the way here". Banaras Open Mic and Grand open mic 2.0 Varanasi sit in the same universe, more local, slightly messier, exactly the kind of nights where a random act can steal the show and nobody cares that the stage is basically two lights and a mic.

For something louder and more devotional, BHAJAN CLUBBING is where the city’s split personality comes together. Think bhajans with the volume turned up, the spiritual crowd sharing space with people who usually spend their nights at cafes, all convinced this is absolutely normal. Then there is Gajendra Pratap Singh in Varanasi, drawing the serious fans who treat these this-weekend events in Varanasi like a pilgrimage inside the pilgrimage.

And then, of course, the magic. The Magic Show by Magician O P Sharma Jr. is pure old school entertainment, the kind your parents secretly love more than you. It usually lands in classic venues like Nagari Natak Mandali, a proper Varanasi hall where generations have watched everything from plays to trick shows. On the other side of the scene are spots like Classic Cafe & Restaurant and The Green Balcony Cafe, the newer-age hangouts where open mics, acoustic sets and spoken word quietly run the city’s creative pipeline. These are the best this-weekend in Varanasi if you want to see what locals are actually making, not just what the brochures keep repeating.

Quick picks this-weekend in Varanasi:
• Ghar - An Open Mic For Words by Tape A Tale, for storytellers and serial oversharers
• Banaras Open Mic and Grand open mic 2.0 Varanasi, for raw, no-filters performances
• Magic Show by Magician O P Sharma Jr., for classic stage tricks in a proper city hall
• BHAJAN CLUBBING and Gajendra Pratap Singh in Varanasi, for full power devotional energy
• Nagari Natak Mandali, Classic Cafe & Restaurant and The Green Balcony Cafe, for the rooms where these nights actually happen

## Weekend Events in Varanasi

- **Event Name**: Jagran Film Festival - Varanasi Chapter
  - **Description**: Jagran Film Festival (JFF) is one of India's largest travelling film festivals. Established in 2010 by Jagran Prakashan Group, JFF promotes the appreciation of cinema and provides a platform where filmmakers and movie enthusiasts come together to celeb
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  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 04:00 pm (+05:30)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/varanasi/jagran-film-festival-varanasi-chapter/3900030429657130
  - **Venue**: IP Mall Sigra: Varanasi
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  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Festivals, Art
- **Event Name**: Pratyush Chaubey Live
  - **Description**: Pratyush Chaubey is a frustrated Software Engineer from Uttar Pradesh, after winning extra ordinary level of humiliation and frustration from this world he decided to give back the same to society, so he landed up in Stand-Up Comedy.
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  - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 at 07:00 pm (+05:30)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/varanasi/pratyush-chaubey-live/3900030613702121
  - **Venue**: The Grove vns: Varanasi
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  - **Categories**: comedy, entertainment
- **Event Name**: BAAZIGAR by Ayush Mishra
  - **Description**: Join Ayush Mishra for BAAZIGAR an unforgettable evening of stand-up comedy and poetry. Experience a delightful blend of laughter and emotions, making it relatable and entertaining for everyone in love or navigating emotions
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  - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 at 07:00 pm (+05:30)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/varanasi/baazigar-by-ayush-mishra/3900030564999856
  - **Venue**: The Green Balcony Cafe: Varanasi
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  - **Categories**: comedy, Art, literary-art, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: OM CHANTING - Varanasi
  - **Description**: Why join OM Chanting?
-Release stress, negativity, and blockages.
-Awaken your own divinity and self-healing potential.
-Experience deep inner peace and unconditional love.
-Help bring harmony to your family, community, and the world.

OM Chanting is a gr
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  - **Date**: Sun Sep 13 2026 (+05:30)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/varanasi/om-chanting-varanasi/200030565299019
  - **Venue**: Jagannath Temple near Assi Ghat  72P4+F5V, Ravindrapuri Rd, Assi Road, Varanasi
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- **Event Name**: Sangeet Baithak: Indian Classical Music Event
  - **Description**: Step into the soulful world of Indian classical music with Sangeet Baithak by Baba School of Music, Varanasi.This intimate 90-minute musical evening is designed for listeners who want to experience the depth, emotion an
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  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 06:30 pm (+05:30)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/varanasi/sangeet-baithak-indian-classical-music-event/3900030614676222
  - **Venue**: Baba School of Music: Varanasi
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Concerts

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  - **Venue**: HOTEL KESHARI PALACE
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- **Event Name**: MANOJ TIWARI in Varanasi
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss MANOJ TIWARI Live in Varanasi on Saturday, September 19, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience MANOJ TIWARI like never before? With chart-topping hits like Hind Ke Sitara, Dilwa Mangele Gamcha Bichayike and Baagh
  - **Venue**: Rudraksh - International Cooperation: Varanasi
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  - **Description**: Manoj Tiwari India Tour – Hind Ka SitaraGet ready to witness an unforgettable musical celebration as renowned singer, actor, politician, and cultural icon Manoj Tiwari takes center stage with his spectacular live co
  - **Venue**: Rudraksh - International Cooperation: Varanasi
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- **Event Name**: Jagran Film Festival - Varanasi Chapter
  - **Description**: Jagran Film Festival (JFF) is one of India's largest travelling film festivals. Established in 2010 by Jagran Prakashan Group, JFF promotes the appreciation of cinema and provides a platform where filmmakers and movie enthusiasts come together to celeb
  - **Venue**: IP Mall Sigra: Varanasi
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- **Event Name**: SANAM Live in Varanasi
  - **Description**: Experience an unforgettable evening with SANAM, Indias most loved pop-rock band, live in Varanasi. Known for their iconic renditions of timeless Bollywood classics and chart-topping originals, SANAM has captivated millions of fans across the globe with
  - **Venue**: Hotel de Paris: Varanasi
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- **Event Name**: Mere Krishn
  - **Description**: Mere Krishn is an immersive theatrical experience that journeys through the divine, human & philosophical dimensions of Shree Krishn's life. The Play unfolds across 20 vivid scenes from his childhood in vrindavan to Mahabharat to his final moments in
  - **Venue**: RUDRAKSH - International Cooperation and Convention Centre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Weekend events in Varanasi?
  - **A:** Jagran Film Festival - Varanasi Chapter (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 04:00 pm at IP Mall Sigra: Varanasi), Pratyush Chaubey Live (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Grove vns: Varanasi), BAAZIGAR by Ayush Mishra (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Green Balcony Cafe: Varanasi), OM CHANTING - Varanasi (Sun Sep 13 2026 at Jagannath Temple near Assi Ghat  72P4+F5V, Ravindrapuri Rd, Assi Road, Varanasi), Sangeet Baithak: Indian Classical Music Event (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 06:30 pm at Baba School of Music: Varanasi).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Varanasi this weekend September 11–13, 2026?
  - **A:** Pratyush Chaubey Live (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Grove vns: Varanasi), BAAZIGAR by Ayush Mishra (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Green Balcony Cafe: Varanasi), OM CHANTING - Varanasi (Sun Sep 13 2026 at Jagannath Temple near Assi Ghat  72P4+F5V, Ravindrapuri Rd, Assi Road, Varanasi), Sangeet Baithak: Indian Classical Music Event (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 06:30 pm at Baba School of Music: Varanasi).
- **Q**: What Weekend events are happening in Varanasi in September 2026?
  - **A:** Jagran Film Festival - Varanasi Chapter (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 04:00 pm at IP Mall Sigra: Varanasi), Pratyush Chaubey Live (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Grove vns: Varanasi), BAAZIGAR by Ayush Mishra (Sun Sep 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at The Green Balcony Cafe: Varanasi), OM CHANTING - Varanasi (Sun Sep 13 2026 at Jagannath Temple near Assi Ghat  72P4+F5V, Ravindrapuri Rd, Assi Road, Varanasi), Sangeet Baithak: Indian Classical Music Event (Fri Sep 11 2026 at 06:30 pm at Baba School of Music: Varanasi).
- **Q**: How can I find Weekend events in Varanasi?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Weekend events in Varanasi on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Weekend events in Varanasi?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Weekend events in Varanasi?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Weekend events in Varanasi include IP Mall Sigra: Varanasi, The Grove vns: Varanasi, The Green Balcony Cafe: Varanasi.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Weekend events in Varanasi?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Weekend events in Varanasi include Event Navigator, Bhakti Marga India.
- **Q**: Are there any online Weekend events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Weekend events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Weekend events in Varanasi?
  - **A:** Follow the Weekend category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Weekend events are listed in Varanasi.

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