Your reason to smile is here, it is called the weekend! No job is easy, but the last two days of a week is the perfect time to unwind and help you understand that the week days may have been sloppy, but the weekend ahead will be great. To do just that, here’s a list of events that will help you forget your woes.
Friday, February 22 2019Â
KarachiÂ
1) Annual Flower ShowÂ
The most awaited floral exhibition of Karachi is finally here! If you love gardening, plants and everything associated with it, you should invest time at this 3-day exhibit. Showcasing an array of floral arrangements, a variety of plants and gardening accessories available for purchase, all in one space.
Tickets: PKR 50
Location: A.K. Khan Park, Seaview
Timings: 10am onwards
2) Twins Apart
You might have seen a couple of English musicals, but this truly inspirational yet entertaining musical is in Urdu. Directed by Shah Sharahbeel, the musical is based on the original musical by Willy Russell named Blood Brothers.
Tickets: PKR 2000
Location: Arts Council
Timings: 8pm onwards
For details, click here.
3) Beat Coast ’19Â
Travel through the Makran coast and explore the pristine beaches of Balochistan as you embark on this two-day trip. Nothing says meditation more than a drum circle at a beach with a bonfire. Unwind in the most relaxing way and visit Buji-Koh, Sapat Bandar in Hingol National Park, Pasni, Kund Malir and witness the beauty of Balochistan like never before.
Tickets: PKR 12,000
Location: Pick-up location disclosed upon reservation
Timings: 9am onwards
For information, click here.
LahoreÂ
1) Spring FiestaÂ
Let Spring be the season of happiness, excitement and exploration. From slime making, pebble painting to making your own kites, the Spring Fiesta at Emporium Mall is fun galore for all its visitors.
Entry is free.
Location: Emporium Mall, Lahore
Timings: 11am onwards
For additional information, click here.
2) Open Mic Night: Travel StoriesÂ
Travelling teaches you many things and if you have learnt something through a serious or fun story while you were travelling, then avail this opportunity and share it with others. Whether you’re a frequent flier or someone who has travelled once, the story should only be worth a listen. Register to either narrate or perform your travel story in the time frame of 6 minutes.
Entry is free.
Location: Kickstart Cafe, Al Hafeez Suites, 69B/2 Gulberg
Timings: 6:30-8pm
For queries, click here.
Saturday, February 23 2019Â
KarachiÂ
1) Beauty ExtravaganceÂ
Back with their popular makeup exhibit, Zensky is bringing the perfect opportunity for you to handpick your favourite beauty and skincare products from Anastasia Beverly Hills to Hourglass and more.
Entry is free.
Location: Ocean Mall, Clifton
Timings: 12pm onwards
For information, click here.
2) VIOLET by Meg StuartÂ
Whether you are a dancer or someone who enjoys watching dance routines, this first-ever performance in Pakistan by Meg Stuart is going to leave you mesmerized. This contemporary dance routine — performed around 80 times in 8 years — has arrived in the Asian continent. The spell started from India and will end in Karachi. Watch five talented dancers create magic as they take centre stage.
Entry is free. Seating is first come first serve basis.
Location: NAPA, Karachi
Timings: 8pm-10pm
All information can be found here.
3) 1 x 1Â
Exhibiting 106 exceptional artworks by 53 contemporary artists on a canvas sized 1×1 foot, this one of a kind exhibition is the haven for all art lovers and aspiring artists. While 53 artists will be exhibiting in Islamabad, the remaining 53 will showcase their work in Karachi. Be sure to attend!
Entry is free.
Location: Full Circle Gallery, Block 4 Clifton
Timings: 5pm onwards
For detailed lineup, click here.
LahoreÂ
1) Ludo with Latté
The name of the event speaks for itself; a great cup of coffee and a game of ludo with friends or family sets the mood right for a Saturday evening. As the winter season is there to stay for a while in Lahore, you might as well make the most out of it. However, be sure to not end up fighting!
No registration required, but the boards are available on first come first serve basis
Location:Â Amphitheatre @ National History Museum, Greater Iqbal Park, Lahore
Timings: 3pm-5pm
For further details, click here.
2) A DocumentaryÂ
The transgender community is widely misunderstood and abused in Pakistan. This documentary by Imran Butt puts forth the good, bad and ugly of the minority community.
Entry is free.
Location:Â OLO Junction, 43-A, Block D, New Muslim Town
Timings: 7:30pm onwards
Find all the information here.
Sunday, February 24 2019Â
Karachi
1) KDSP CarnivalÂ
To commemorate the World Down Syndrome Day, Karachi Down Syndrome Program is organizing a fun-filled carnival for families residing in the city. From a wide variety of food, exciting games and interactive activities, this is your chance to enjoy for a cause.
Tickets: PKR 500
Location: Moin Khan Cricket Academy
Timings: 3pm onwards
Get details here.
2) Dia Karachi PremiereÂ
After garnering appreciation from various parts of the world and its world premiere at the 71st Locarno Festival, the psychological thriller directed by Hamza Bangash is getting its Karachi premiere as part of British Council’s film club. Exploring the grim reality of mental illnesses, Dia explores the life of a young woman who struggles with a mental disorder and how her life goes in a downward spiral. The screening will be followed by a Q/A session with the cast and filmmaker.
Tickets: PKR 500
Location: British Council Karachi, near Park Towers
Timings: 4pm-6pm
For registration details, click here.
LahoreÂ
1) Khalis Food MarketÂ
From organic dairy products, healthy grains, baked goods and more this 1oo% organic market will help kick-start a healthy lifestyle you have been longing to start. From live cooking session, food and more, this will also be your chance to meet like-minded people who are about to begin a healthy lifestyle and give you the boost of confidence you’ve been waiting for.
Entry is free
Location: Gulberg Galleria
Timings: 3:30pm-9pm
More details about the one day market can be found here.
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