Pujo Concerts to Comedy Tours: Top Kolkata Events in September You Can Attend!

September transforms Kolkata into a cultural wonderland, perfectly timed with the approaching Durga Puja festivities. From traditional Bengali theatre and soul-stirring Rabindra Sangeet to international comedy shows and electrifying EDM performances, the City of Joy offers an extraordinary blend of heritage and contemporary entertainment that celebrates both its rich cultural legacy and global artistic influences.

Tobo Jayogaane

The Sahay Foundation presents Tobo Jayogaane '25, an enchanting cultural evening celebrating Durga Puja through music, performance, and devotion. This three-hour spectacular features the legendary Pujor Gaaner Boithok with renowned artistes Haimanti Shukla, Srabani Sen, Alok Roychowdhury, Poushali Banerjee, and Shovan Ganguly weaving soulful melodies that awaken nostalgia and joy. The evening's highlight includes the timeless Mahisasurmardini presentation through powerful recitations by Debadrito Chottopadhyay, Trisha Parui, Disha Roy, Aritra Dasgupta, and Manali Bose. Conceptualised by Srijan & Mounita, this celebration perfectly captures the goddess's triumph and the festive season's spiritual essence.

When: September 11, 2025

Where: Rabindra Sadan, Kolkata

Price: Rs. 249 upwards

Dugga Dugga Festival2025

Red FM's Dugga Dugga returns to Kolkata with "Sounds of Sharodiya," painting the town red with five hours of pure cultural celebration. This prelude to Pujo features the musical collective Musafirana, including Srikanta Acharaya, Joy Sarkar, and Srijato Bandopadhyay with Lopamudra Mitra, creating a beautiful blend of music and spoken word poetry. The evening continues with Subhamita's melodious vocals and culminates with the creative fluidity of Tanushree Shankar and her renowned dance troupe. This festival embodies the divine power of Durga through authentic Bengali artistry, creating an immersive experience where music transcends mere entertainment to become spiritual celebration.

When: September 20, 2025

Where: Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium, Alipore

Price: Rs. 499 upwards

Ghum Nei

Experience the powerful theatrical manifesto of society's working class with "Ghum Nei", a compelling production that journeys through the dark highways of broken society towards bridges of light and hope. This profound two-hour performance explores stories of truck drivers facing existential crises, dhaba owners, unemployed individuals struggling to enter mainstream society, and senior citizens observing these tales unfold. The play masterfully weaves together narratives of reporters searching for stories and individuals living with dreams and insanity. With themes of comradeship and collective hope, "Ghum Nei" represents the belief that thousands of hands joined together can bring forth a new dawn of enlightenment.

When: September 20, 2025

Where: Gyan Mancho Kolkata, Elgin

Price: Rs. 300 upwards

Sararater Jalsa

Join this all-night cultural extravaganza celebrating the divine feminine on the eve of Mahalaya with Sararater Jalsa. The evening begins with Debasish Chakraborty's soulful rendition of the iconic Mahisasuramardini Path, setting the devotional tone for eight hours of spiritual and cultural immersion. This spectacular celebration features Bengali music legends including Nachiketa, Usha Uthup, Sriradha Bandyopadhyay, Chandrabali Rudra Dutta, Lopamudra Mitra, Monomoy Bhattacharya, and Rupankar Bagchi. The programme includes Shruti Natok, Abritti poetry recitations, melodica performances, and the Durga Agomoni Anusthan - a heartfelt welcome to Maa Durga through rituals, music, and community spirit, with food arrangements available.

When: September 20, 2025

Where: Mahajati Sadan Auditorium, College Street

Price: Rs. 300 upwards

Garba Dandiya Utsav 2025

The Urban City Dance & Fitness Studio hosts Kolkata's biggest Garba Dandiya celebration, offering five hours of unlimited joy and traditional festivities. This spectacular event features both open-air terrace celebrations and air-conditioned banquet hall facilities, conveniently located just two minutes from Dunlop Metro. The festivities include a massive dance floor with live DJs mixing Bollywood and traditional Gujarati music, exciting competitions with giveaways, Instagram-worthy photo booths, and delicious food stalls. Hosted by Vivek Prasad & Team, this digitally managed celebration promises the perfect blend of traditional Navratri spirit with contemporary party atmosphere, making it an unforgettable Mahalaya celebration for all ages.

When: September 21, 2025

Where: SG Banquet (Shree Guru), Dunlop

Price: Rs. 799 upwards

Samay Raina : Still Alive and Unfiltered

Internet sensation and comedy star Samay Raina brings his much-anticipated "Still Alive and Unfiltered" tour to Kolkata after the India's Got Latent controversy. The tour continues in Kolkata on September 6 and 7, featuring brand new material that promises his signature irreverent humour and unfiltered commentary on current events. This comeback tour has already sold 40,000 seats nationwide in its first hour, demonstrating Raina's massive popularity. Known for his viral chess commentary, roast comedy, and gaming content, Raina promises an evening of cutting-edge standup that pushes boundaries whilst delivering laugh-out-loud moments. This marks his return to live comedy after considerable online success.

When: September 6-7, 2025

Where: Science City Auditorium, Kolkata

Price: Rs. 2,999 upwards

Pankh Live - Kaushiki Chakraborty India Tour

Renowned classical vocalist Kaushiki Chakraborty presents the Kolkata leg of her deeply personal "Pankh Live" tour, chronicling her artistic evolution through contemporary soundscapes. This soul-stirring two-hour concert represents the live experience of her debut album, showcasing her transformation from traditional classical singer to innovative composer and singer-songwriter. The title "Pankh" (wings) serves as a powerful metaphor for artistic liberation, taking audiences through different stages of her musical journey from childhood influences to present-day expression. This intimate performance unveils multiple dimensions of Kaushiki's musical identity, inviting listeners to witness her metamorphosis into a confident, soaring butterfly of the contemporary musical world.

When: September 26, 2025

Where: Dhono Dhanyo Auditorium, Alipore

Price: Rs. 700 upwards

Sunburn Arena ft. DJ Snake

The French DJ, known for his hit tracks like 'Taki Taki', 'Lean On', and 'Magenta Riddim', will begin his Sunburn Arena Tour in Kolkata on September 26, 2025. This marks DJ Snake's third tour in India, promising his biggest arena showcase yet with explosive energy, chart-topping anthems, and genre-defying sound. The global hitmaker's live sets deliver full-blown sensory experiences featuring viral bangers and festival-shaking drops that have dominated international charts. This will be DJ Snake's third tour in India, promising an even more electrifying performance than his previous sold-out shows. Fans can expect a night of pulsing beats, massive anthems, and pure musical adrenaline that defines contemporary EDM culture.

When: September 26, 2025

Where: Venue to be announced, Kolkata

Price: Rs. 1,500 upwards

Beats of Bengal: A Durga Puja Party Night

Virgose presents an epic five-day celebration running from 27 September to 2 October, featuring unlimited beverages, gourmet starters, hookah, and live entertainment during Durga Puja festivities. This premium party experience includes top-shelf spirits like 100 Pipers, Jameson, Ballantine's Finest, Smirnoff, premium beers, and Old Monk Rum alongside Bacardi. The culinary offerings feature Murg Malai Tikka, Fish Finger, Chilli Chicken for non-vegetarians, and Paneer Takrai, Tandoori Aloo, Crispy Chilli Baby Corn for vegetarians. Live performances by DJ Hussain, Shrestha, and the Shayon live band create the perfect soundtrack for this authentic Bengali celebration that combines traditional festival spirit with contemporary nightlife energy.

When: September 27 - October 2, 2025

Where: Virgose, Elgin

Price: Rs. 1,549 upwards

Brishti Paye Paye - 20 Bochor Par

This special theatrical production commemorates two decades of artistic excellence, bringing together veteran Bengali theatre artistes for a nostalgic journey through time. The performance promises to capture the essence of Kolkata's theatrical heritage whilst exploring contemporary themes relevant to modern audiences. This celebration of Bengali theatre represents the enduring power of regional storytelling and the evolution of dramatic arts in West Bengal. The production showcases the rich tradition of Bengali literature and theatre, offering audiences an opportunity to witness seasoned performers who have shaped Kolkata's cultural landscape over the past twenty years.

When: September 5, 2025 

Where: GD Birla Sabhaghar, Kolkata

Price: Rs. 800 upwards