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Things to do in Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad this week

21st - 27th Aug 2017

Things to do in Lahore, Karachi and Islamabad this week.

We have good news, we’ve shortlisted some really cool events for you this week, Here are 12 things to do in Pakistan this week…


Monday 21st August 2017

1) Élan and Jaipur & Co. Eid Exhibition (LAHORE)

  • When: 21st Aug 2017 (12pm-11pm)
  • Where: Élan Flagship Store, Gulberg Galleria, Lahore.
  • Contact: @ElanOnline

2) Élan Eid Exhibition (KARACHI)

  • When: 21st-22nd Aug 2017 (11am-8pm)
  • Where: Ensemble C-32 – E street, Block 4, Clifton, Karachi.
  • Contact: @ElanOnline

Élan is hosting an Eid Exhibition with Jaipur & Co. at their flagship store in GulbergGalleria, Lahore. The new Luxury Eid Pret Collection, titled ‘Cheri’ features a delicate palette of pastels, accentuated with intricate embellishments, perfectly paired with Jaipur & Co.’s famed jewellery collection – If you’re looking to make a grand gesture (or entrance) this Eid, this is the place to be.

3) Hi-tea & Launch of the festive collection of Aiman Zaynab (ISLAMABAD)

  • When: 21st Aug 2017 (3pm-8pm)
  • Where: LABELS, 13Y, Chaudry Palaza, F-7 Markaz, Islamabad.
  • Contact: @labels.islamabad

Wednesday 23rd August 2017

4) Multi Brand Designer Eid Exhibition at FPL Lounge (LAHORE)

Fashion Pakistan Lounge, has curated an Eid Collection of as many as 20 designers (including some firm festive favourites) with the help of Aamir Mazhar of course! With such an array of designs, you won’t leave disappointed.

  • When: 23rd Aug (11pm-9pm)
  • Where: Mini Market, Gulberg II, Lahore.
  • Contact: @FPLounge

5) Film Screening of Mabel Aur Mein at T2F (KARACHI)

Mabel Aur Main is an adaptation of the short essay by Patras Bokhari. A project of the LUMS Media Arts Society (LMA), the short film has received great feedback on a national level.  After successful screenings of Mabel Aur Main last year, they are now screening this for the first time at T2F.

  • When: 23rd Aug (7.00pm-8.30pm)
  • Where:10-C, Sunset Lane 5, Phase 2 Extension, DHA, Karachi.
  • Contact:@T2F2.0 & @lumsmediaarts

Thursday 24th August 2017

6) Orison of Kenosis by Julius John Alam at Sanat Initiative (KARACHI) ***Must See

Julius John Alam longs to present an aesthetic dialogue between the physical body and the absent body by bodying forth the space between the two.  A profoundly esoteric body of work that delves into the thought that prayer as a/the distance, much like a vibration that connects the finite body with the infinite. For art lovers everywhere, this show is not to be missed.

  • When: 24th – 31st Aug (5.00pm-8.00pm)
  • Where:F-39-1/A, Block IV Clifton, Karachi.
  • Contact:@SanatGallery

7) The Last Word Open Mic *Freedom (LAHORE)

The theme for the month of August is ‘Freedom’. Search within yourselves and ask what it means to you. 10 performers will be shortlisted, so if you’re interested in speaking your piece, check out the event details here and drop them an email on thelastword.bookshop@gmail.com.

  • When: 24th Aug (7pm-8.30pm)
  • Where: 37-A2, Main Mehmood Kasuri Road, Gulberg 3, Lahore.
  • Contact: @TheLastWordbks

8) Celeste Home Fashion *New store launch (LAHORE)

Celeste Home Fashion, has been doing brilliantly since their inception, a few short years ago. Now, with 7 locations across the country, we can’t wait to see what treasures and trinkets await us in store. Just in time for Eid!

  • When: 24th Aug (6pm-9.00pm) by Savvy PR & Events
  • Where: Shop G-34 – Packages Mall. Lahore.
  • Contact: @CelesteHomeFashion

Saturday 26th August 2017

9) Startup Grind with Ali Gul (LAHORE)

Startup Grind is the largest independent startup community in the world with active chapters in more than 250 cities. Each month they host fireside chats with successful entrepreneurs, mentors and investors. Ali Gul, Co-Founder, Mangobaaz, will be speaking at this month’s session, so don’t miss the chance to catch this inspiring talk!

10) TEDxIslamabad 2017: A New Tomorrow (ISLAMABAD)


In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. To attend, register here

  • When: 26th Aug  (2pm-7pm)
  • Where: location undisclosed
  • Contact: @TEDxIslamabad

Sunday 27th August 2017

11) Startup Challenge (LAHORE)

Startup Challenge, is a pretty cool idea. You still a few days left to spruce up your business plans, and be elevator pitch –“perfect”! This is an opportunity to be seen in the startup world and a place where teams meet investors.

Don’t have a startup but would like to experience the startup world? Everyone’s welcome and sit in and join the audience.

12) Curly Haired Comedy at De Cellars (KARACHI)

Akbar Chaudry weaves a nostalgic tale of growing up in Pakistan (specifically Karachi) during the 90s and examines many absurdities through the lens of humor. If you’re interested in hearing his musings on ding dong, desi dating, moong phalli mein dana nahin and everything in between, then this may just be the show for you.

  • When: 27th Aug (8pm-9.45pm)
  • Where: De Cellars, 5th Commercial Lane Zamzama, Karachi.
  • Contact: Curly Haired Comedy

 

 

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