Be it the spectacular views of Margalla hills or important government buildings or robust infrastructure; Islamabad is a wonderful city in each and every aspect. The presence of an ultramodern metro bus system for public transportation also adds to the overall charm of the capital as it makes travelling fun and easy. Furthermore, the metropolis now hosts many public and private events each month, bringing different types of infotainment activities for its residents. So, to update our readers in this regard, we have come up with a list of some of the most important upcoming events in Islamabad for November 2019 in this blog.
Let’s get started!
Upcoming Events in Islamabad for November 2019
Here are some of the latest events in Islamabad that have been planned for November 2019.
- Startup Grind Pakistan Conference 2019 – 4th & 5th November 2019
- Fashion Parade Pakistan – 9th November 2019
- Alive Food Fest – 23rd & 24th November 2019
- Pakistan Youth Vision 2030 – 30th November 2019
- TEDxIslamabad 2019 – 30th November 2019
- Islamabad Taste – 30th November 2019 till 1st December 2019
Now let’s discuss these events in detail.
Startup Grind Pakistan Conference 2019
In collaboration with Google, Startup Grind is organising Startup Grind Pakistan Conference for the very first time. The event will bring over 1500 entrepreneurs, thought leaders, technologists and innovators together to discuss and devise new ways with the help to make effective use of modern technology to allow freelancing and digital industry in Pakistan to grow in the right direction.
About the Organiser
Recognised as the third-largest independent startup community, Startup Grind is an international organisation (powered by Google) that provide different types of platforms to educate and connect entrepreneurs from around the world.
Quick Fact: According to Bloomberg, Pakistan is considered the fastest-growing retail market in the world. Furthermore, a recent report of the State Bank of Pakistan also presented statistical data, according to which, it is the third most popular country in the Global Freelancing Market. These are some of the key reasons why they chose Pakistan to host 2019 Startup Grind Conference.
Genre: Technology
Time of the Event: 4th and 5th November 2019 (3 pm onwards)
Venue: Islamabad Serena Hotel
Ticket Information: Starting from PKR 15,000 per entry
Fashion Parade Pakistan
Fashion Parade Pakistan, which is going to be one of the key events of the fashion industry in Islamabad, is about to take place in November. Fashion designers from around the country will participate and display their creations in this exciting event.
Genre: Fashion
Time of the Event: 9th November 2019 (4.30 pm onwards)
Venue: Tulip Marquee, Islamabad
Ticket Information: 0332 5585117 (call for details)
Lok Mela
‘Lok Mela’, which is an annual event organised by Lok Virsa, has begun in Islamabad. The event features provincial cultural pavilions, folkoric music and songs, dance and musical performances by folk artists, exotic craft bazaar as well as other activities. The purpose of these activities is to highlight the rich culture and heritage of all of the provinces of Pakistan including the Azad Jammu Kashmir (AJK) and Gilgit-Baltistan (G-B).
About The Organiser
Lok Virsa, which is the National Institute of Folk & Traditional Heritage, preserves, documents and promotes the local culture and heritage in its true colour by organising multiple public awareness campaigns and entertainment activities. People from both urban and rural areas jointly take part in such events.
Genre: Lifestyle
Time of the Event: From 15th till 24th of November 2019 (10 am onwards)
Venue: Lok Virsa Museum, Garden Avenue, Shakarparian Road, Islamabad
Ticket Information: 051 9249209 (Call for details)
Alive Food Fest
Finally, foodies of Islamabad will get a chance to treat themselves with a variety of freshly prepared dishes as Alive Food Fest, which is one of the most anticipated food festivals of the year. It will most probably be held in later November. Buffet-style meals, cooking classes and cooking competitions are some of the highlights of the Alive Food Fest, one of the latest events in Islamabad.
About the Organiser
Cherry Communications, which is an IT solutions provider company, has partnered with Islamabad Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry (IWCCI), an organisation assisting women entrepreneurs in the capital city, to organise Alive Food Fest
Genre: Food
Time of the Event: 23rd and 24th November 2019 (4.30 pm onwards)
Venue: Pak-China Friendship Centre
Ticket Information: 0300 5151444 (call for details)
Pakistan Youth Vision 2030
To provide a platform to the youngsters to explore their potentials and skills, SEHAR, which is an organisation empowering the youth of Pakistan, regularly organises a research-based event titled “Pakistan Youth Vision 2030”. The upcoming installment of this event will take place in Islamabad this month. The core purpose of Pakistan Youth Vision 2030 is to discuss and analyse ideas, recommendations and solutions that can not only enhance but also boost productivity in individuals who struggle to start a career in Pakistan by incorporating the best practices, both at government and private level.
About the Organiser
As stated above, SEHAR is a non-profit organisation based in Islamabad that is working for the betterment of the youth of Pakistan. The vision is its campaign under the umbrella of which, it has organised many different types of events and conferences to gather up expert opinions by professionals serving in different fields.
Genre: Education, Career Training
Time of the Event: 30th November 2019 (8 am to 6 pm)
Venue: F9 Park, Islamabad
Ticket Information: PKR 500 per entry
TEDxIslamabad 2019 – Our Shared Future
Have you been feeling lately that you are running out of fresh ideas? If yes then, TEDxIslamabad 2019 – Our Shared Future is a must-attend event for you. Inspired by TED Talks, which is an international platform of motivational speakers, this event is also going to feature speeches by young innovators, entrepreneurs, change-makers in which they’ll be sharing their ideas and experiences.
About the Organiser
TEDxIslamabad is recognised by TED Conferences LLC, which is an American Media Organisation. It serves as a platform for motivational speeches and discussions by the youth.
Genre: Education
Time of the Event: 30th November 2019 (2 pm onwards)
Venue: Aiwan-e-Quaid, F9 Park, Islamabad
Ticket Information: PKR 5000 per entry
Islamabad Taste
Foodies of Islamabad, get ready to tantalise your tastebuds as the ultimate celebration of capital’s signature food is just around the corner. It is going to be an amazing opportunity for you to explore familiar with the dishes showcased by some of the best restaurants in the city. Also, the attendees of this event in Islamabad will get a chance to take cooking classes by expert chefs from around the world. Moreover, different types of cooking competition will also be a part of this event.
Genre: Food
Time of the Event: 30th November 2019 till 1st December 2019 (3 pm till midnight)
Venue: Jinnah Convention Centre
Tickets Information: 0336 5508637 (call for details)
These were some of the most exciting upcoming events in Islamabad for November 2019 that have been announced so far. Stay tuned to our blog for updates. And if you think that we have missed out mentioning any important event, feel free to inform us at blog@zameen.com
Meanwhile, you can also check out our event roundups for Lahore and Karachi, if you reside in any of these cities.
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