Manfest, IIM Lucknow's annual International Business Conclave, offers an assortment of enriching experiences designed to one end - inspire the best of B–school students to dream bigger and aim higher.
Eminent management professionals, leaders from various fields and students from all corners of the country converge on the City of the Nawabs to compete in various trend-setting competitions, collaborate on the next big thing and celebrate management as a discipline. Spread across four major verticals -Management Events, Leaders Express, CSR Initiatives and Beyond Business, Manfest is unpretentious in its quest to offer something for everyone.
International Act
Bollywood Nite
Eclectica
Classical Nite
Straight from Hel(L)
Eminent management professionals, leaders from various fields and students from all corners of the country converge on the City of the Nawabs to compete in various trend-setting competitions, collaborate on the next big thing and celebrate management as a discipline. Spread across four major verticals -Management Events, Leaders Express, CSR Initiatives and Beyond Business, Manfest is unpretentious in its quest to offer something for everyone.

International Act
- International Act: India's biggest business fest features the best in entertainment too! We pioneered international concerts at B-school events in India with Pain of Salvation at Manfest 2011.Manfest 2012 is set to continue the tradition with an international act on Saturday, the 21st of January, 2012.

Bollywood Nite
- Bollywood Nite: No Manfest is complete without a dose of Desi entertainment. Manfest brings you a top Bollywood artist, getting you to jive to those unforgettable, inimitable beats. Graced by the likes of Kailash Kher, Euphoria, Kay Kay and Mohit Chauhan in the past, Lucknow’s largest concert arena brings alive the magic of melodies on a wintry night of fun, frolic and, if your vocals can squeeze it in, banter.

Eclectica
- Eclectica: The sudden rush of blood to your head wakes you up with a kick. The bright lights push you forward. The crazed crowd pulls you further. You look around yourself in a daze. You're on a stage that most others only dream of. This is Eclectica at Manfest 2012.A unique concept in itself, Eclectica will feature 5 Indian bands playing different genres of music, ranging from jazz to electronica, enthralling the audience with an eclectic mix of music. Get ready for a musical experience of a lifetime!

Classical Nite
- Classical Nite: Enchanting, sophisticated and mesmerizing, to say the least! Manfest is proud to present the renowned exponents of Indian Classical Music, in association with SPIC MACAY, IIM Lucknow. From the sprightly melodies of a Santoor to the haunting baritones of a Shehnai, accompany us on an enthralling journey. Experience music as heaven descends, to unite with hell.

Straight from Hel(L)
- Straight from Hel(L):There is no dearth of talent here in Hel(L). Manfest 2012 provides an ideal platform for students here to showcase their talent in front of the audiences, including the IIM Lucknow community. A stunning play by Abhivyakti, a scintillating show by 3.4, IIM Lucknow’s very own band and a dazzling dance performance by Random Walk, comprise of a night to remember for everyone!