Fun in store at Mumbai’s Ballard Estate Festival presented by Bombay Times

All roads will lead to the iconic and charming Ballard Estate on October 29, as the precinct will play host to an entertainment and culture-packed festival — the Mumbai’s Ballard Estate Festival (MBEF), presented by Bombay Times. Starting today, the festival, which will be held on the last weekend of every month till May, will feature a mix of the best events and performances.The opening ceremony will be graced by Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis, Nitin Gadkari (Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India), Valsa Nair-Singh (Principal Secretary Tourism and Culture, Government of Maharashtra) and Sanjay Bhatia (Chairman, Mumbai Port Trust) at Ballard Estate.

Sanjay says, “Mumbai’s Ballard Estate Festival is going to be the new design, entertainment and experience district for the city of Mumbai. It is the only heritage area which has the kind of roads and the kind of experience. The Mumbai Port Trust is happy to host the festival, which is for the citizens of Mumbai, for them to feel a sense of pride about their city. I am very happy to initiate the festival.”
Adds Valsa, “Maharashtra tourism is happy to support Mumbai’s Ballard Estate Festival because festivals like these are great attraction for tourists; it is a great experience for citizens of the city and also a wonderful way to highlight the architectural heritage of the city.”
The festival will showcase a variety of cultural offerings. So, what are you waiting for? Hit Mumbai’s Ballard Estate Festival (MBEF), presented by Bombay Times, for an entire Saturday filled with fun.
Programme and time
ISLAND STAGE PROGRAMMING
Shiv Fit: 9.30 am
Yoga: 11 am
Key Note Session - The Power Of Subconscious Mind: 12 pm
Bollywood Unplugged: 2 pm
Percussionist: 3 pm
Magic Show: 4 pm
Stand-Up Comedy: 4.30 pm
Improv Stand-up Comedy: 5 pm
SILENT OPEN-AIR CINEMA
Bhaag Milkha Bhaag: 4 pm
Mary Kom: 7.30 pm
MAIN STAGE PROGRAMMING
Anmoll Mallik: 6.30 pm
Shibani Kashyap: 7 pm
Arjun Kanungo: 8.30 pm
KIDS’ ZONE
Bade Chotte - Meet And Greet: 4 pm
The festival takes place during the last weekend of every month, from October to May (it will take place on one day each in October and December).