January 2026 promises an exciting lineup of events across India, blending music, comedy, and cultural celebrations. Global rock icons Linkin Park return with their high-energy From Zero World Tour, while comedy lovers can enjoy Zakir Khan’s heartfelt and humorous Papa Yaar and Samay Raina’s bold Still Alive stand-up special. Adding a vibrant cultural touch, The Great Indian Kite Festival fills the skies with colour, creativity, and family-friendly experiences. From live concerts to laugh-out-loud performances and festive traditions, these upcoming January 2026 events offer something for every entertainment seeker.
The Great Indian Kite Festival 2026

On 11th January 2026, sky lovers will gather at Bhoruka Technology Park, Whitefield, Bengaluru for the Great Indian Kite Festival. This isn’t just children’s play, it’s a full on celebration of color, wind, and skill, from 10AM to 7PM. There’s a public flying zone, kite-making workshops with artisans, food stalls, and shaded viewing areas, it’s a day built around community and craft, not just spectacle.
Date: 11th January 2026
Place: Bhoruka Technology Park, Whitefield, Bengaluru
Prize: Rs 199/- onwards
Papa Yaar by Zakir Khan, Hyderabad

Get ready for an evening where laughter meets nostalgia, Papa Yaar, Zakir Khan’s latest stand up special, lands in Hyderabad on Sunday 18th January 2026, at 7PM. The show runs about 2 hours 30minutes, diving deep into the quirky, heartfelt, and often hilarious angles of father-son life that only Zakir can turn into poetry and punchlines. It’s in Hindi, so expect big laughs and shared memories with crowd.
Date: 18th January 2026
Place: Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad
Prize: Rs 4999/- onward
Linkin Park: From Zero World Tour 2026

On 23rd January 2026, legendary rock band Linkin Park blasts into Bengaluru as part of their From Zero World Tour, a high-octane concert celebrating their global comeback and electrifying new album From Zero. Expect a mix of brand-new tracks and beloved classics under the open sky at Brigade Innovation Gardens, Muddenahalli, this is the band’s first standalone India show outside festivals. It’s not just sound and fury, it’s the roar of generation finally unleashed live.
Date: 23rd January 2026
Place: Brigade Innovation Gardens, Bengaluru
Prize: Rs 7000/- onwards
Samay Raina- Still Alive and Unfiltered

Samay Raina, sharp-witted and unafraid of poke at life’s ironies, is bringing Still Alive and Unfiltered back to India in January 2026 after a hard-earned return to the stage. The Hindu laughter rides runs 4th January-18th January 2026, stretching across cities with roughly 2-hour performances packed with observational comedy and crowd-charged energy. This is raw, grounded comedy, not some fluff-filled open mic.
Date: 4th January-18th January 2026
Place: Multiple Cities
Prize: Rs 999/- onwards