By our correspondent
KARACHI: The HUM Masala Family Festival 2026 concluded on Sunday evening, November 8, with a spectacular music concert at the Karachi Expo Centre. The two-day event, organised by HUM Network, attracted large crowds of families, young people and children.
The festival received an enthusiastic response on both days, with visitors continuing to arrive until the closing hours. Food, shopping, live cooking demonstrations, fashion, games and entertainment remained the main attractions throughout the event.
Hall No 2 remained the centre of activity, with the HUM Masala central stall hosting live cooking sessions, games and prize competitions. Participants also won gifts through various activities.
Popular chefs Saad Butt, Rida Aftab, Zarnak Sidhwa, Saba Aftab and A.R. Jamali attracted considerable attention. They interacted with visitors and demonstrated their cooking skills. Audiences also received cooking tips, recipes and insights from the chefs during the live sessions.
Shopping stalls offering fashion items, household essentials and everyday products remained busy throughout the festival. Visitors explored a wide range of products available at discounted prices. Many shoppers appreciated the opportunity to purchase quality items at affordable rates.
The food court offered a variety of options, including chana chaat, ice cream and other popular snacks. Families enjoyed the food in the open-air dining area, where vendors offered reasonably priced options.
Fashion was among the major highlights of the festival. A fashion show presented by Sana Sarah featured models displaying a colourful collection of outfits. The show received appreciation from the audience. HUM Masala’s family festivals in Karachi and Lahore have developed into a regular entertainment feature over the years. This year’s event once again highlighted the demand for affordable and family-friendly recreational activities in Karachi.
