2024 began with a bang for Lucknowites with performances by Brijesh Shandilya and Armaan Malik. Sanam and Piyush Mishra are also set to perform. The city will also host the Metaphor Lucknow LitFest, a book festival, and the 30 Plays 30 Days drama festival. Swarn Sangeet Evam Natya Samiti will also organize a theatre fest. The month will end with a stand-up comedy and music show featuring Elvish Yadav and Varinder Brar.