5 Things To Do For Christmas If You’re In Kolkata

Are you looking for the top 5 things to do for Christmas? Then you needn't wander very far dear reader. Christmas is right on the corner and Kolkata is all dressed up and ready to enjoy the festivities.

Christmas is the time of cheer and the time for cosy sweaters. Winter is a time cherished by many. The city of joy isn't bitterly cold during this time of the year and that affords one the luxury of stepping out and enjoying their time.  

Here are some meaningful ways in which you can spend your Kolkata Christmas. If Christmas is not for you, you can still read on to find out some delightful places you can visit during this time of the year to have a fun time.

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Top 5 things to do for Christmas if you're in Kolkata 

Bow Barracks!

Bow Barracks is a place that is dominated by the Anglo-Indian folk in Kolkata who have been living there for a long while. The place is located in central Kolkata and therefore easy to navigate. This place screams Christmas. Every year on the 23rd of December they put up stalls, games, and events for Calcuttans to celebrate Christmas.

The place was earlier a part of military barracks and is today a colony of red buildings. It hosts dance parties and is said to be the closest one can get to Goa staying in Kolkata during this time of the year. 

Park Street 

This one is a no-brainer for any Calcuttan reading this post. If you're looking to enjoy the Christmas crowd and spirit then Park Street has to be on your to-do list. 

The streets of Park Street are decorated with lights during this time of the year. Small stalls are set up that sell various miscellaneous items. It almost feels like a Mela to a Bengali. Plum cakes are easily available this time of the year on the stalls set up on the street. This place is also home to various popular dining spaces that give you your money's worth. However, if you're not fond of crowds during this time of the year, then this is not the place for you. 

Dining Places 

If you are smart enough to make a reservation earlier, you just might find a table at the popular dining places of Kolkata this time of the year. 

Mrs. Magpie is known for its delightful desserts and Christmas buffet. Those with a sweet tooth must visit Nahoum and Sons located in New Market or any of Flury's branches in Kolkata. Those looking for a meal can consider heading to J.W. Marriott, Peter Cat, or Mocambo, all of which are located on Park Street. 

St. Paul's Cathedral

This is the most popular place to visit in Kolkata on Christmas Eve. Midnight mass on Christmas Eve is pretty much the event of the year at St. Paul's Cathedral. However, if you're looking for quiet mass time on Christmas Eve then this is not the right place to be at. The place is happening during this time of the year and is frequented by the media during the midnight mass. However, you can always look at other churches that host a midnight mass and offer less crowd. 

A little home party

If spending Christmas outdoors is not for you, you can always curl up at home and throw your own little party. Curl up with that bag of chips or bottle of wine and can order some delicious treats from the famous Kolkata bakeries like Flurys and Nahoum's to binge on the rum balls or plum cake to make your Christmas perfect. Snuggle under covers, and have a merry little Christmas!