The soft pitter patter of rain drops outside makes you go singing the Bollywood melody
'aaya saawan jhoomke'. Rain-washed
trees, lush greenery and
sondhi smell of
mitti are the quintessential signs of monsoons. The rain gods finally smiled upon the city and opened the skies relieving us of the killer humid conditions. Aha Monsoon is here! Monsoon ushers in the season of festivities too with
Teej and Rakhi celebrated in the month of
Saawan. Coincidentally
Eid-ul-Fitr is also round the corner.
Festivals mean shopping, fun and excitement. You can learn about how
Noida celebrates Teej festival, the places to get henna and all the Lord Shiva temples in the city
here. As you gear up for the coming festive season, we give you a lowdown on where to visit, shop and binge on exquisite delicacies with several
Teej Bazaars and Melas being organized in Noida and around.
Pandora's Noida Moms Haat Bazaar
The
Mompreneurs of Noida have come together to showcase their talent in the creative and business world by putting up a Teej and Rakhi exhibition. An assemblage of Diamond and Silver jewelery, fine clothing in Lucknawi, Chanderi, Pashmina, Pakistani, chiffon and other varieties, colorful bangles, hair accessories, home decor and many more for the coming festival will be on display. Lucky prizes for the visitors and cognitive skills programs for the kids are the additional attractions of the Teej bazaar.
When - July 22, 2014, 1000hrs - 2000hrs
Where - Hotel Park Plaza, Sector 55, Noida
Contact - www.noidamoms.com
Entry - Free
Exclusive Teej and Rakhi Bazaar in Noida
Dreaming Dazzle present a Lifestyle Exhibition focussing on Teej and Rakhi in your neighbourhood. The two-day exclusive Teej and Rakhi Bazaar will have stalls displaying apparels, footwear, jewelery, home decor, bags and purses and many gifting ideas especially for you. Visit the stalls for mouth watering food, choori, mehndi and much more. special kid zone and live cartoon characters will be the major attractions for your kids while you shop away to glory. Adding to this a drawing competition will be organized for the young kids. A special 'Breast Cancer Awareness' program will also be conducted at the Bazaar. Don't miss it!
When - July 26-27, 2014, 1000hrs - 2100hrs
Where - Jal Vayu Vihar Club, Sector 21, Noida
Contact - 91-7406690197
Entry - Free
Teej Mela @ Dilli Haat
Dilli Haat is another destination one should not give a miss. The place reverberates with the sounds of
Nagada and colorful performances by folk artists from Rajasthan. Bangles,
bindis and other colorful knick knacks dangling on the stalls enthrall the senses of visitors with myriads of colors on display. Artisans from across the country have set up their stalls at Dilli Haat to sell their exquisite handicrafts and artwork. Dilli Haat offers stalls for
chooriyan,
mehndi application and hair beading,
Lehariya sarees and
dupatta from Jaipur at Teej festival. Ghevaar, Daal Baati Choorma and pyaz ki kachori from Jaipur are other highlights of the event.
Where - Dilli Haat, INA, New Delhi
When - July 25 - 27, 2014; 1000hrs - 2200hrs
Niharika NGO's Rakhi and Teej Bazaar
Niharika is a 550 members strong NGO working towards the cause of upliftment of womenfolk with a motto of 'Mahilayen Mahilaon ke Liye'. Visit their exhibition, shop and support their cause.
When - July 23, 2014, 1100hrs - 1900hrs
Where - Seven Seas Banquet Hall, B-28, Lawrence Road, Britannia Chowk, New Delhi
Contact - 91-9810136764, 91-9873499434, 91-9312246247, 91-9811136944
Entry - Free
UDAAN NGO's Rakhi Teej Exhibition 2014
Visit the exhibition in Faridabad organized by Udaan displaying the artifacts made by its members and beneficiaries at Vibe by The Lalit Traveller Hotel.
Udaan, an NGO started by few women in Faridabad, is dedicated towards underprivileged children and other social causes. The money collected from this exhibition will go towards philanthropic efforts.
When - July 19-27, 2014, 1030hrs - 1800hrs
Where - Vibe by The Lalit Traveller Hotel, Mathura Road, Faridabad
Contact - 91-9810464347
Entry - Free
Hindola Utsav - Rakhi - Teej Bazaar at Ashoka Hotel
An exhibition by Ms Rajkumari, Founder - Chairman of Kalpataru and Mahila Mangal would be on display at The Hotel Ashoka, New Delhi. Visit to celebrate myriad colors of Teej and Rakhi at the hotel's Convention Hall. Latest work of renowned designers, jewelery,
Mehndi and
Choori stall would be on display at the Bazaar. Attractive Teej and Rakhi platters and baskets as gifting solutions for the occasion will also be available. You can also enjoy the mouth watering food and Teej delicacies.
When - July 24, 2014; 1000hrs - 2000hrs
Where - The Convention Hall, Ashoka Hotel, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi
Contact - 91-9871535312, 91-9811433961
Bandhan Exhibitions - Rakhi and Teej Bazaar at Oberoi Maidens
Rakhi and Teej Bazaar will be organized by Bandhan Exhibitions at the classy Oberoi Maidens Hotel in Civil Lines, New Delhi. Visit, shop and enjoy the Bazaar and its multifarous stalls offering clothings, footwear, home accesories, special gift packs and other sundry things related to festivities.
When - July 25, 2014; 1100hrs - 2100hrs
Where - Oberoi Maidens, Civil Lines, New Delhi
Contact - 91-8586927323-24-25
Entry - Free
Hariyali Teej Utsav by Sanjhi Sakhi Club at Hotel Crown Plaza
Sanjhi Sakhi Club is celebrating Hariyali Teej at Hotel Crown Plaza. Also on display would be stalls for festive shopping, mehndi and food would be available. The labels fi & sty, Dream i boutique, Akaanksha
et al would be displaying their
haute couture. Be there to get the latest in Punjabi and contemporary fashion.
When - July 21, 2014, 1000hrs - 2100hrs
Where - Hotel Crown Plaza, Near Rithala Metro Station, Rohini, New Delhi
Contact - 91-9871474736, 91-9968013573
Entry - Free
Life and Style Rakhi and Teej Bazaar in Gurgaon
Unique stalls from all over India showcasing bridal wear, fashion outfits, apparels, Pakistani suits, jewelery, Onyx stones, handicrafts, home furnishings, Rakhi, wide range of festive gifts and many more items to suit everyone's taste. Drive to nearby Gurgaon in this beautiful weather and shopping at this Teej Bazaar organized by Creative Roots Events will sure be fun.
When - July 18 -20, 2014, 1100hrs - 2000hrs
Where - DLF Club 5, Golf Course Road, DLF Phase V, Gurgaon
Contact - 91-9818881009
Entry - Free
Rakhi and Teej Buzzar @ Gurgaon by Umang
There's another one in Gurgaon on July 19 at Sispal Vihar, Sector 49 and on July 20 at Vipul Greens, Sector 48. These are primarily the society exhibitions, so if you are calling on a friend in Gurgaon this weekend make sure you attend these Buzzars as well.
When - July 19 and 20, 2014
Where - Sispal Vihar and Vipul Greens, Gurgaon
Contact - 91-9899320501
Entry - Free
Rakhi Exhibition by U R My Sunshine
Blending in the contemporary and traditional U R My Sunshine has spun together an exhibition at their Jasola Studios. Specializing in Kidswear, their latest collection of kids ethnic wear and trendy footwear for girls and teenagers will be on display. Special Rakhis from Kolkata is an added attraction on the festive occasion.
When - July 19-27, 2014, 1030hrs - 1800hrs
Where - Studio 4, Pocket 1, Jasola, New Delhi
Contact - 91-9810063680
Entry - Free
Teej @ The Malls
On the occasion of Rakhi and Teej, the Malls in Noida and NCR hold special discounts on apparel, footwear, designer purses and home decor. Special Haats are organized in the premises of most of the Malls where handicrafts, jewelery, fashion accessories, Ready-to-Gift packaging options, wide range of premium designer Rakhis and Lumbas will be available. Heavy Discounts are available at VIBGYOR Fashions in
Sab Mall, Noida and more than 50% discount sale is on a wide range of products in
The Great India Place Mall, Noida.
Rakhi Teej Exhibition
Where - Ambience Mall, Gurgaon
When - July 25 - 27, 2014
Teej Bazaar Flea@Nite
Where - Select City Walk, Ground Floor Plaza, Saket
When - July 19 - 20; 1400hrs - 2300hrs
Where did you shop for this festival season?? Share your experience with us in the comment box. Please let us know if you had attended any other Rakhi and Teej Bazaar, Mela or Event in Noida
.
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