We have rounded up a bunch of super fun things to do in Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad this weekend. Make most of your days off with 1947’s list of the weekends-best events.
Friday, March 9th 2018
1. Pakistan’s Hidden Gems by Olomopolo Media & Aks International Minorities Festival
The 2018 edition of Aks International Minorities Festival is showcasing the works of Bilal Minto, Kanwal Khoosat, and Kalid Gill. The festival will present Khoosat’s film Ao Kahani Buntey Hain (2011) which was banned for broadcast on PTV for its daring and atypical characterization. It is one of the finest hidden cinema gems of Pakistani off-beat films. You miss this, you miss out.
- When: Friday 9th March (6 pm- 9 pm)
- Where: Olomopolo Media (43-A Block D, New Muslim Town, Lahore)
2. Weekend Trip to snowy Nathia Gali and Mushkpuri by the Mad Hatters
Long Week? Join the Mad Hatters for a weekend retreat to Mushkpuri & Nathia Gali. Just above Dunga Gali, Mushkpuri should be a delight with its spectacular views and snow-capped mountaintops. Nathiagali should be enticing with its charm and beauty.
- When: Friday, 9th March – Sunday, 11th March
- Where: The Mad Hatters, Lahore
- For details, please visit here.
3. THP Movie Night by the Happieee Place
THP brings you another exciting movie night. This time they are taking you on an adventure fantasy ride with Tarsem’s “the fall” (2006). Based on 1981’s Bulgarian screenplay, the movie is a mad folly, an extravagant visual treat, a free-fall from reality into uncharted realms. There will never be another like it. Grab your friends and family and have a perfect Friday movie night.
- When: Friday 9th March (8:30 pm – 10:30 pm)
- Where: The Happieee Place, Lahore
4. Jo Baat Hai? By Usman Mazhar
After a successful run at Napa’s Laughter Fest, Usman Mazhar is back in town. Join him as he talks about the Pakistani pop culture, nostalgia, personal experiences and a lot more rib-tickling stories.
- When: Friday 9th March (8 pm- 10 pm)
- Where: Thotspot (1C, Street 7A, Badar Commercial Area, DHA Phase V ext. Karachi)
5. Dastak – Abid Hasan by ArtKaam Gallery
Watch out Karachi, Abid Hasan is a painter with an inquisitive mind. He presents an imagery which is aesthetically satisfying and intriguing for his viewers. He is showcasing “Dastak”- a collection of very unusual artworks by the artist. ArtKaam gallery is the place to be for a fine art experience!
- When: Friday 9th March- Wednesday 14th March (11 am-6 pm)
- Where: ArtKaam Gallery (C-117, 31-A, Near Brookes Roundabout, Korangi Industrial Area, Karachi)
6. Arzu Centre: Zambeel Dramatic Readings present Shatranj ki Baazi by Habib University
Based on Munshi Premchand’s “Shatranj ke Khiladi”, the narrative centres on the “Jaagirdaars” and their obsession with chess! It’ll be exciting to see the dramatical rendition of the famous text which tackles political and social conditions of Awadh in innovative ways.
- When: Friday 9th March (6 pm- 8 pm)
- Where: Habib University (Block 18, Gulistan-e-Jauhar University Avenue, Off Shahrah-e-Faisal, Karachi)
7. Coke Fest Karachi 2018 by FoodFest
Calling out all KARACHIITES! CokeFest brings you a weekend full of entertainment and lots of food- all under one roof! Featuring live performances by an all-star lineup of Pakistani musicians. Miss it and miss out.
- When: Friday 9th March- Sunday 11th March (12 pm- 10 pm)
- Where: Beach Park (Clifton, Karachi)
8. AirNexus’18 by AirNexus
Calling out all the students! The annual Olympiad at Air University is providing you with an opportunity to develop communal skills and sportsman spirit. The mega event caters multiple domains of Sports, Programming, E-Gaming, Performing Arts, Culture, Literary, Engineering and Media.
- When: Friday 9th March- Sunday 11th March (8:30 am- 6 pm)
- Where: Air Nexus (Air University, Islamabad)
Saturday, March 10th 2018
9. Eat, Shoot, Share: A Food Photography Workshop | Lahore by British Council Pakistan
British Council Lahore brings you an interactive session which is designed to bust the myth that spectacular food photos require pricey cameras, fiddly equipment, and technical know-how. Learn some invaluable tips, put these into play, photograph food in real-time, and up your food photography game in a snap.
- When: Saturday 10th March (3 pm- 5 pm)
- Where: British Council Lahore
10. THP Jam & Pie Night by The Happieee Place
Jam & Pie Night at THP is a tri-annual event; a platform for local artists looking to showcase their music in a safe environment. The first Jam & Pie night of the year will be featuring Janat Sohail Aziz & her solo project Wooly and the Uke. Accompanying her on the instruments shall be Faraz Aamer Khan and Asim Ali Noon. Tiffin will be intervening with Jam Pies while having a Jam, So don’t miss!
- When: Saturday 10th March (6 pm- 9 pm)
- Where: The Happieee Place, Lahore
11. Farhan Saeed Live At FC Lahore
Concerts are fun to attend. Farhan Saeed will perform live this Saturday at FC, Lahore! Get the opportunity to listen to the mellifluous voices of the rocking artist!
- When: Saturday 10th March (6 pm – 11:30 pm)
- Where: Forman Christian College (Ferozepur Road, Lahore)
12. Spotlight-Humari Game by Spotlight
We keep you in the know about the best live stages to display your inner artist. Thotspot is hosting one-of-its-kind Open Mic. Find out why this is the Best Open mic in Town.
- When: Saturday 10th March (7 pm- 9 pm)
- Where: Thotspot (1C, Street 7A, Badar Commercial Area, DHA Phase V ext. Karachi)
13. International Working Women Day by Progressive Youth Alliance Karachi
The Youth Alliance Karachi presents its ode to Pakistani women by celebrating the international women day. This year’s theme will focus on “revolution”. Celebrate the lives of revolutionary women and recognize their services.
- When: Saturday 10th March (3:30 pm)
- Where: PMA House Karachi
14. Karachi Accueil & Alliance Française present voice of the Sufis
Treat yourself to an evening of Sufi devotional music. Enjoy an evening of pure sufi qawwali by Fareed Ayaz and Abu Muhammad in the gardens of Alliance Française de Karachi.
- When: Saturday 10th March (7:45 pm – 10:15 pm)
- Where: Alliance Francaise De Karachi (Plot ST-1, Block 8, Kehkashan, Karachi)
15. Women International Film Festival (WIFF) 2018 by PNCA
With the support of the European Union Cooperation in Pakistan, Women Through Film is hosting and curating an exciting film festival, that will screen some of the most resonant and thought-provoking films made by talented independent filmmakers from around the world, purveying important messages on gender equality, women & child rights, and telling stories of inspiring women.
- When: Saturday 10th March- Sunday 11th March (10:30 am –7 pm)
- Where: PNCA (Near PTA, F-5, Islamabad)
16. PechaKucha Nights Islamabad by Kuch Khaas
If you want to learn about the art of concise presentations, you should head to Kuch Khaas this Saturday to attend Pecha Kucha Night. The PechaKucha Night network is an international network which offers a platform to young people to share their work and ideas in a relaxed environment. The Islamabad chapter will look at architecture and design forms which are an integral part of our lives.
- When: Saturday 10th March (5 pm – 7 pm)
- Where: Behbud Cafe (School Road, Super Market, F-6 Markaz, Islamabad)
17. Mandwa Screens: Hitchcock Classic “North by Northwest (1959)” by Lok Virsa
The Mandwa Film Club is celebrating Alfred Hitchcock this Saturday. They will be screening the witty Hitchcock thriller “North by Northwest” (1959) starring Cary Grant. Enjoy this ultimate classic with your friends and family.
- When: Saturday 10th March (4 pm- 7 pm)
- Where: Lok Virsa (Garden Avenue, Shakarparian Road, Islamabad)
Sunday, March 11th 2018
18. Kashish Global Short Films by Aks International Minorities Festival
Aks International Minorities Festival is showcasing the wonderfully diverse and sensitive Indian shorts film from Kashish Global. KASHISH uses local, national and international platforms to advocate and sensitize the larger public about minorities’ issues. Be part of the festival and support movies that matter!
- When: Sunday 11th March (5 pm – 7 pm)
- Where: Olomopolo Media (43-A Block D, New Muslim Town, Lahore)
19. Smart City: The Hackathon by Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship – ITU
Smart City Hackathon is a thoughtfully designed platform that offers an opportunity to students, enterprises, tech startups, entrepreneurs, and developers to share knowledge and create new products. If you are working on something innovative that can make Lahore an efficient and a smarter city, then this event is for you!
- When: Sunday 11th March (9 am – 5 pm)
- Where: Arfa Software Technology Park, Lahore
20. Lyari: A Prison without Wall by Ali Gul Pir and the Grid
This Sunday you are in for a treat! The Grid is screening a gem that portrays the life of “Lyari”-an oldest area of Karachi. The film is a reflection of dilemmas of life and is not to be missed by the movie buffs. What’s more, the event will be hosted by Ali Gul Pir.
- When: Sunday 11th March (8 pm – 11 pm)
- Where: The Grid (31-C, 7th Lane, Bukhari Comm. Area, Phase 6, DHA, Karachi)
21. Tiny Tales: Podna aur Podni ki Kahani | Karachi by British Council Pakistan
Spend the Sunday with your young ones at the British Council library for a delightful South Asian folktale. Podna aur Podnay ki Kahani is a story that has charmed generations of children in the past and continues to do so today. There will be a picture story book with an audio recording and a game based on the story so that this tale can be enjoyed thoroughly by the young participants.
- When: Sunday 11th March (12 pm- 1 pm)
- Where: British Council Karachi (Near Park Towers, Clifton, Karachi)
22. Body Flow Asana Clinic by Hassan Najam
A Yoga workshop is for everyone to get fit, have fun and balance! Mantaha brings you a Yoga workshop “Body Flow”, which will help you master the shortcomings that you may be facing in your yoga practice. The workshop will cover the basics of Ashtanga sequence, Arm Balance Training, and body flow asana clinic. We believe it will be great for people who want to start yoga.
- When: Sunday 11th March (5 pm – 7 pm)
- Where: Mantahaa (Office No. 4, 2nd Floor, Plot No. 49-C, Lane No. 5, Bukhari Commercial Area, Karachi)
23. Women in Business Festival 2018 by Womenx Pakistan and Islamabad Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Head out to Lok Virsa this Sunday to support women-owned businesses in Islamabad. There will be 100 fantastic entrepreneurs showcasing their businesses amidst festivity filled with ongoing entertainment, including a Sufi performance, jumping castle, magic show, bonfire and Allah Yaar and Hero… and much more. Save the date!
- When: Sunday 11th March (11 am – 8 pm)
- Where: Lok Virsa (Garden Avenue, Islamabad)
