Here are 5 free events in Pondicherry to enjoy this weekend
As restrictions ease , Pondicherry is beginning to come alive with several activities. Check out our 5 FREE (yes, you read that right) events and experiences in Pondicherry to enjoy this weekend.
Please Note: Prior Registration is a must for some of these events
1. Stop by at 5 heritage buildings that are being restored by INTACH !
This is a unique trail as the experts working on the heritage buildings will you tell you all about the history and the restorations being done. Visit Calve College, VOC School, Old Court, Old Light House and Academy House. This is a PHF2022 event.
Registration recommended or turn up at meeting point – Calve College, Mission Street
When: March 11, 9 a.m.
Contact: WhatsApp/ Call 94434 38001 to register. Details here
2. Go Sailing on Thengathittu Estuary
Take a trip around the tranquil Thengathittu Estuary on a boat just before sunset as experts share their knowledge of the significance of the estuary and the birds that make their home here. This is a PHF 2022 event (full event list here) for which PondyLive is the online partner
Where & When: Thengathittu Estuary, March 12, 4 p.m.
Register: 98940 42756
Details here
3. FOR KIDS: Help your child become confident with this public speaking workshop
Want to help your child shed their shyness and gain confidence ?
Attend this free public speaking demo workshop for kids aged 8- 14 years on March 12
Register: Contact 96296 25151 / 80123 05300
Coming Next Week: ” A day in a village” tour : Book your seat here
4. Watch this new film that is a love letter to Pondicherry
National award winning director Sachin Kundalkar’s just released ‘Pondicherry’ is now coming full circle to the town where it was filmed 3 years ago- our Pondicherry. Marathi film with English subtitles.
When and Where: March 13 & 14 : 3 screenings have been arranged: at a park, in a theatre and an auditorium!
More details here
BONUS: Kundalkar shot the entire film on a smartphone. So there’s a two hour (also free) workshop by the director himself. More details here:
5. See Shakespeare on stage in Tamil and Hindi
The Department of Performing Arts at Pondicherry University brings you free performances of Shakespeare’s Macbeth in Tamil & Hindi.
When: March 9, 10 and 11 : 7 p.m.
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