On the 21st of June, World Music Day, the historic Travancore Palace will become the backdrop for Baarish, a curated seasonal experience that celebrates the many magical moods of the monsoon. Conceived as a three-part series taking place on 21st June, 26th July, and 23rd August 2025, Baarish invites audiences to slow down, tune in, and rediscover the poetic intimacy of the rains.
Curated and produced by Excurators Events in collaboration with India Cultural Hub, Baarish unfolds beneath a transparent canopy, allowing guests to experience the atmosphere of the rains while nestled within the architectural richness of the palace. It is a multisensory experience that blends live music, immersive art, storytelling, and monsoon cuisine into a single, flowing narrative—reflective, soulful, and transformative.
“Step into the monsoon’s embrace at Baarish—where the soulful strains of santoor dance with the rhythm of falling raindrops. Wander through interactive art installations that come alive to your touch, as monsoon mists swirl around Travancore Palace’s historic arches.
Let Café Lota’s chefs transport you with their signature monsoon thali—featuring jackfruit koftas, smoked corn soup, and saffron-infused phirni that taste like childhood memories. As you dine, historian Eric Chopra unveils forgotten stories of monsoon traditions, from Mughal rain ceremonies to colonial-era weather diaries.
The evening crescendos with the reinterpretation of raga Megh Malhar, their strings echoing the patter of first showers. In curated corners, discover monsoon silks that change hue with humidity and artisanal perfumes capturing the petrichor of Delhi’s first rain.
This is where every sense remembers why we wait all year for the clouds to break– a celebration of rain not as weather, but as cultural poetry.”
— Minhal Hasan, Founder, Excurators
Event Highlights
- Live Music & Performances – Melodies flow in sync with the rhythm of the rain, featuring live acts that echo the mood of the monsoon—soulful, vibrant, and alive.
- Seasonal Culinary Experience – Indulge in a thoughtfully crafted menu highlighting regional flavors and monsoon-centric pairings—a feast that tells the story of the season on every plate.
- The Monsoon Bazaar – Stroll through a boutique marketplace featuring homegrown brands—textiles, fragrances, jewelry, and artisanal finds that celebrate the richness of the rains.
- Immersive Ambience – Be transported by interactive installations and layered soundscapes that recreate the poetic and tactile beauty of the monsoon.
Event Details
Venue: Travancore Palace, New Delhi
Schedule: 21st June, 26th July & 23rd August 2025
Tickets available on District: Click here to book
By Team ACF
