Baarish is an immersive cultural experience that celebrates the many moods of the monsoon through music, storytelling, food, fragrance, wellness, and conversation. Conceived by Excurators, it brings together acclaimed artists, cultural voices, and thoughtfully curated brand experiences for a multisensory celebration of the season.

It is India’s only immersive festival dedicated to celebrating the spirit, nostalgia, and cultural romance of the rains. Returning for its much-awaited chapter 2 of second season, Baarish: Art. Music. Monsoon. will take place on 8th August 2026 at The Upper HSE by Tivoli, New Delhi, bringing together music, art, conversations, fragrances, food, and sensory experiences inspired by the many moods of baarish.

* Puppetry By Puppetshala Performing Arts

MD Shameem draws audiences into a world of joy, playfulness, magic, and wonder, where every puppet comes alive with charm and personality. Through the timeless art of puppetry, he creates an enchanting, immersive experience that adds a vibrant experiential layer to the Baarish monsoon gathering.

* Ao Naga Choir

The Ao Naga Choir brings together the rich musical traditions of Nagaland in a performance that celebrates the spirit of the monsoon through folk melodies and choral harmonies. Based in Delhi, the ensemble draws from the oral traditions of the Ao Naga community, where music has long been an integral part of storytelling, community, and everyday life.

Through songs inspired by rain, nature, and the changing seasons, the choir offers a powerful musical experience that reflects the deep connection between people and the landscape. Rooted in tradition yet resonating with contemporary audiences, their performance is a celebration of heritage, harmony, and the timeless rhythms of the monsoon.

* Wine Master class by Grover Zampa,

• Ab ke Saawan by Shubha Mudgal and her ensemble,

Ab Ke Saawan is one of Shubha Mudgal's most celebrated albums, where Indian classical traditions seamlessly blend with pop, folk, and contemporary sounds. Performed live with her band, this concert brings the album's timeless compositions to life through Shubha Mudgal's rich, expressive voice and a vibrant modern soundscape.

While the iconic title track celebrates the arrival of the rains, the songs that follow expand its emotional landscape, exploring love, longing, hope, freedom, and presence. Together, they create an immersive soundscape where the monsoon becomes more than a season; it becomes a metaphor for introspection, transformation, and human connection.

Excurators is a New Delhi-based team of seasoned professionals with over a decade of experience in event planning and execution. Their expertise spans the spectrum of event curation, from design to flawless execution, covering a diverse range of events such as historical & cultural experiences, music festivals, art exhibitions, conferences, storytelling, and puppetry festivals. They are renowned for their specialisation in art curation and design, bringing creativity and precision to every project.