Diwali 2022: Start the shopping spree with this handy guide on pop-ups in the city

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Shopping is stress-inducing for some, and a stressbuster for others. To make it hassle-free, we have put together avenues, bazaars, pop-ups that bring all things Diwali under one roof.

Bandra is glowing

Turner and Waterfield Roads in Bandra have been covered with fairy lights and a swarm of butterfly installations to herald the festive season. The decoration is courtesy Icon Avenue, a luxury high street shop, that makes its debut on Diwali, boasting of jewellery, fashion and lifestyle brands. If not shopping, go for a walk through this beautifully done-up neighbourhood, indulge in lucky draws and enjoy musical events.
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WHERE: Bandra West
WHEN: Ongoing, 11.30 AM to 12 AM

For night owls

Phoenix Palladium has turned its courtyard into a flea market offering ethnic clothes, footwear, accessories and gifting options. The best part? It is open till 1 am. If you don't want to shop, explore the art installations and stop to enjoy the live music.
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WHERE: Lower Parel
WHEN: October 16, 11 AM to 1 AM

Fun, food and shop

With clothing, accessories, home decor, handicrafts and pottery to choose from, the Happiyapa Diwali Shopping Carnival will keep you on your feet. Activities like tarot reading and nail art, and a variety of food stalls will fight for your attention.
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WHERE: Bhakti Park, Wadala
WHEN: October 16, 11 AM to 10 PM
CALL: 7082807900

A flea market

In association with Solitaire Events, R City mall has put up a flea market called Bazaarific, with over 40 pop-up stalls plying silver jewellery, hair accessories, clothes and food, alongside live music performances, games and art workshops.
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WHERE: Courtyard, R City, Ghatkopar, 4 PM to 9 PM
WHEN: October 21 to 23

Vegan bonanza

If you like sweets, but don't like milk or following a cruelty-free lifestyle, then Dr Rupal Shah has 25 vendors for you. They make vegan-friendly everyday utility items such as bamboo toothbrushes, a variety of food items and sweets, as well as cosmetics. There will also be NGOs sharing awareness on the importance of being cruelty-free and health experts speaking about benefits of veganism, all under one roof.
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WHEN: October 16, 10 AM to 10 PM
WHERE: Shivaji Hall, Ghatkopar West