This weekend in Chennai (Feb 28 & Mar 1, 2026), the focus is on late-season celebrations and ongoing entertainment, including a couple of unique speech competitions and a Holi beach party!
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Tamil Pronunciation Speech Competition Registration Deadline
Online Registration
Perfect for families who want to foster Tamil language skills before the deadline hits Saturday evening.
PLAY 'N' LEARN at Express Avenue Mall
Express Avenue Mall
Reliable, enclosed indoor fun guaranteed for Sunday afternoon.
PLAY 'N' LEARN at VR Mall
VR Mall
The Play 'N' Learn centres offer dedicated soft play areas perfect for preschoolers on Saturday.
· February 28
5: Get ready for the colours at this beach party happening right at MGM Resorts. Since it starts on the 28th, it is a great way to kick off the weekend.This is the only event specifically noted as starting on Saturday, Feb 28, making it highly relevant for the first day of the target weekend.
: This is an online national contest, but the specific dates listed for the interactive portion fall perfectly across this weekend. A great structured activity for older kids who enjoy debating or speaking.The contest dates explicitly include both Feb 28 and Mar 1, offering a structured activity for the weekend.
TAMIL PRONUNCIATION SPEECH COMPETITION REGISTRATION DEADLINE : The registration deadline for this state-level Tamil speech competition falls on Saturday. If your little one is practicing their Tamil speaking skills, make sure they sign up before the day ends!The deadline hits exactly on Saturday, making it a time-sensitive, culture-focused option.
: Another Play 'N' Learn centre open this Saturday in VR Mall. Great for guaranteeing some active playtime for toddlers and preschoolers.It is one of the three physical Play N Learn locations running across the weekend.
: The third listed location for Play 'N' Learn is at Marina Mall, offering indoor fun on Saturday for families in South Chennai.Provides geographical choice for families who prefer the Marina Mall location over Express Avenue or VR Mall.
· March 1
3: If you missed Saturday's fun, head over to YMCA Royapettah on Sunday for another Holi celebration!This event is explicitly dated for Sunday, March 1st, capturing the second day of the target weekend.
PLAY 'N' LEARN AT EXPRESS AVENUE MALL : This indoor activity centre at Express Avenue is a reliable bet for Sunday if the weather is too hot or wet for outdoor play.It’s an indoor mall activity, ensuring coverage for Sunday regardless of Chennai's weather.
: The Rambo Circus is touring and running through this weekend. If you missed Jumbo Circus, this is a great alternative for live big-top entertainment on Sunday.It's a major circus tour, and running 'onwards' means it will be active on Sunday.
Also On· anytime this weekend
1: The circus is in town! This is running throughout the weekend, offering classic big-top entertainment perfect for a fun afternoon out.It's a classic family draw, and since it runs 'onwards' from Feb 20, it covers Saturday.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Chennai this weekend?
Based on listings, there are no explicitly free, one-off family events running Feb 28th or Mar 1st. However, the registration deadline for the Tamil Speech Competition is a time-sensitive commitment.
Are there any outdoor activities this weekend?
Yes! The Holi parties—Rang Barse S4 on Saturday at MGM Beach Resorts and RANG RAAS HOLI on Sunday at YMCA Royapettah—are excellent choices for outdoor fun.
Which event is definitely happening on Sunday, March 1st?
RANG RAAS HOLI FT.ROHIT SARAF at YMCA Royapettah is specifically listed for Sunday, March 1st.
