Free Things to Do in Mumbai This Week (12–18 Oct 2026)
Updated 2026-10-11 · 4 min read · by the mumbai2go team
Free plans in Mumbai for 12–18 October 2026 include art, open mics, dance and daytime expos. Start with Light, Colour & Life at Gallery Pradarshak in Khar on Monday 12 October from 11 AM, then head to Sailors’ Cafe OpenMic Mondays in CBD Belapur at 8 PM if you want an easy music session.
On Friday 16 October, the Free Salsa Bachata Dance Workshop at Byou New Studio runs from 8 PM to 10 PM and is open to beginners and experienced dancers, with RSVP by KizombaBachataClub. For a daytime option on Thursday 15 October, the Navi Mumbai Pharma and Lab Expo at CIDCO Exhibition Centre in Vashi starts at 10 AM with free entry.
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Orientation to Living Philosophy Course
Workshop · Tue 13 Oct, 7:30 PM · New Acropolis Mumbai · Fort · Free
An orientation for anyone curious about the Living Philosophy Course, held at New Acropolis Mumbai in Fort at 7:30 PM. Entry is free and it suits those who want a structured introduction to a school of philosophy. Details & tickets →
Light, Colour & Life
Art · Mon 12 Oct, 11:00 AM · Gallery Pradarshak · Khar · Free
A free art showing at Gallery Pradarshak in Khar, starting at 11 AM. Suits anyone looking for a quiet daytime gallery visit; entry is free. Details & tickets →
Sailors’ Cafe OpenMic Mondays
Music · Mon 12 Oct, 8:00 PM · Sailors’ Cafe · CBD Belapur · Free
An open mic night at Sailors’ Cafe in CBD Belapur, starting 8 PM. Good for music lovers who want a free Monday session in Navi Mumbai. Details & tickets →
Boombastik Karaoke
Nightlife · Mon 12 Oct, 9:00 PM · Raasta Bombay · Khar West · Free
Boombastik Karaoke at Raasta Bombay in Khar West runs every Monday from 9 PM. Free shots for all singers, and open to all levels, so it suits groups and solo singers alike. Details & tickets →
Leading Your Company to AI-Native
Tech · Mon 12 Oct, 6:00 PM · Lodha Signet · Lower Parel · Free
A close-room session with Nivedan Rathi on leading your company to AI-native, at Lodha Signet in Lower Parel from 6 PM to 7 PM. Free entry, best for those thinking about AI adoption in their organisation. Details & tickets →
Free Salsa Bachata Dance Workshop
Dance · Fri 16 Oct, 8:00 PM · Byou New Studio · Free
A free Latin dance workshop covering Salsa, Bachata and Kizomba at Byou New Studio, 8 PM to 10 PM. Led by instructor Abhijit with 17 years of experience; open to beginners and experienced dancers, with RSVP by KizombaBachataClub. Details & tickets →
Exclusive Showcase of Plant-Based Fashion and Decor by Jiwya
Art · Thu 15 Oct, 11:00 AM · IFBE Mumbai · Ballard Estate · Free
Jiwya’s exclusive showcase of plant-based fashion and decor at IFBE Mumbai, starting 11 AM. Free entry for anyone interested in plant-based design and decor. Details & tickets →
Notch Fitness Cohort 2
Sports · Thu 15 Oct, 10:00 AM · Bandra Fort · Bandra · Free
PUMA NITRO Runs - Mumbai presents Notch Fitness Cohort 2, meeting at Bandra Fort at 10 AM. A free fitness session that suits those who want a morning run or workout meet-up. Details & tickets →
Mumbai, Here We Come
Business · 13 Oct – 17 Oct, 7:30 AM · Mumbai · Free
Orient Futures Singapore hosts Mumbai, Here We Come from 13 to 17 October, starting 7:30 AM. Free to attend for those curious about the programme. Details & tickets →
Navi Mumbai Pharma and Lab Expo
Expo · Thu 15 Oct, 10:00 AM · CIDCO Exhibition Centre · Vashi · Free
Navi Mumbai Pharma and Lab Expo at CIDCO Exhibition Centre in Vashi, from 10 AM. Free entry, suited to those in pharma and lab sectors or anyone curious about the expo. Details & tickets →
The Inner Room
Nightlife · 14 Oct – 19 Nov, 8:00 PM · Mitron Bar & Cafe - Bandra · Bandra West · Free
The Inner Room runs every Wednesday from 8 PM to 1:30 AM at Mitron Bar & Cafe - Bandra, starting 14 October. Free entry makes it a low-cost nightlife option in Bandra West. Details & tickets →
Mic & Mauj – Karaoke Night
Nightlife · 14 Oct – 28 Oct, 7:00 PM · The Bawa Kitchen · Chakala · Free
Mic & Mauj – Karaoke Night at The Bawa Kitchen in Chakala has dates from 14 to 28 October, starting 7 PM. Free entry for anyone who wants a karaoke session in the neighbourhood. Details & tickets →
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Frequently asked questions
What are some free things to do in Mumbai on Monday, 12 October 2026?
You can attend Light, Colour & Life at Gallery Pradarshak in Khar from 11 AM, Leading Your Company to AI-Native at Lodha Signet in Lower Parel from 6 PM to 7 PM, Sailors' Cafe OpenMic Mondays in CBD Belapur at 8 PM, or Boombastik Karaoke at Raasta Bombay in Khar West from 9 PM. All have free entry.
Are there free dance or fitness events during 12–18 October 2026?
Yes. The Free Salsa Bachata Dance Workshop is at Byou New Studio on Friday 16 October from 8 PM to 10 PM, with RSVP by KizombaBachataClub. Notch Fitness Cohort 2 meets at Bandra Fort on Thursday 15 October at 10 AM, and entry is free.
What free art, expo or nightlife options can I plan for this week?
For art, see Light, Colour & Life at Gallery Pradarshak on 12 October or Jiwya's plant-based fashion and decor showcase at IFBE Mumbai on 15 October. For an expo, Navi Mumbai Pharma and Lab Expo is at CIDCO Exhibition Centre in Vashi on 15 October. For nightlife, The Inner Room runs every Wednesday from 14 October at Mitron Bar & Cafe - Bandra, and Mic & Mauj – Karaoke Night has dates from 14 to 28 October at The Bawa Kitchen in Chakala.