August 15, 1947 is engraved in golden words in the soil of the nation and in every citizen’s heart. For this was the day that resulted in the birth of an independent sovereign nation with the end of colonial rule.
While we partake in Independence Day celebrations, commemorating the day India’s freedom struggle culminated after two centuries of British Raj, the feelings of poignancy and pride are constantly prevalent.
If you’re looking for events in Indore around you that will help instill the feeling of pride and elevate patriotism in you, look no further! Here’s a list of both online affairs and offline activities that you can engage in to celebrate Independence Day in all its glory.
Independence Day Run & Ride 2023 (Online)
Take a walk for freedom, people! It’s as simple as it sounds, really. Run&Ride2Fit is hosting a special ‘Independence Day Run & Ride 2023‘ on any day you’d like between August 12-15.
Whether you’d like to run, walk or cycle, this virtual event accepts it all and also distributes t-shirts, certificates and medals. To know more about the event and its rules, read more here. Be a part of Fit India Movement this Independence Day!
When: August 12-15 (choose any one day)
Where: Log your steps from anywhere/Virtual event
Category: Run/Walk/Cycle (pick any one)
Distance: Any distance, as per your choice/target
Independence Day Brunch at Sheraton Grand Palace
How about beginning the D-day with a delicious meal? Head to Indore’s luxe and classy Sheraton Grand Palace to enjoy a scrumptious Independence Day Brunch. The culinary delights here will all be themed and showcase the Tricolour, enhancing the significance of the day.
Indulge in live counters, sizzling grills, a diverse range of fancy mocktails, and so much more to experience a symphony of flavours in an opulent environment.
What: Independence Day Brunch
When: August 15, 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Where: S Café, Sheraton Grand Palace Indore
Contact for reservations: +91 91111 08833
Tricolor Mandala Art Workshop (Online)
Learn the peaceful art of mandala this Independence Day at a free online workshop by The Rooftop (@rooftop_app). The Tricolor Mandala Art Workshop will help you immerse in the spirit of patriotism and freedom. Explore the artistic expression like never before and find solace in symmetry!
Cost: Free
When: August 15, 12:00 PM
Where: Online Workshop over Zoom App
Gagan Damama Bajyo: A play on revolutionary freedom fighter Sardar Bhagat Singh
If you’re a patriot and a thespian, this chance is for you to explore the best of both worlds. We mean, who doesn’t idolise the revolutionary freedom fighter Shaheed Sardar Bhagat Singh? And a play written by celebrated author-actor Piyush Mishra and director Tapan Sharma that revolves around the hero’s life and ideology — what could be better than that?
Poignant yet vitalising, this musical play is enriched by a string of patriotic and gut-wrenching songs and throws light on the sentiments of India’s freedom struggle.
Ticket cost: ₹120
When: August 18, 7:30 PM
Where: Ravindra Nritya Grah, Indore
