Zomato’s District app is a dedicated platform for “going-out” experiences. Instead of using different apps for movies, events, dining, or activities, District brings everything together in one place.
Launched after Zomato’s acquisition of Paytm’s ticketing business, District is now Zomato’s third major consumer app after food delivery and Blinkit.
Key Features That Make District Different
Movie bookings at PVR INOX, Cinepolis, and more
Live events like A.R. Rahman concerts and comedy tours
Dining reservations with up to 10% cashback
Theme parks and activities like Wonderla and Smaaash
Shopping rewards worth up to ₹10,000
How Fast Is District Growing?
District crossed 6.5 million downloads by January 2025 and has now crossed 10 million downloads in early 2026. This rapid growth shows strong demand for a single lifestyle app.
Zomato is targeting a dine-out and outings market worth over $500 million annually, directly competing with BookMyShow.
What’s New in 2026?
The January 15, 2026 update introduced two major features:
Hotlist: Save events directly from Instagram
AI Dining Bot: Personalized restaurant suggestions
Users also get offers like ₹200 off on first movie tickets and buy-one-get-one-free deals.
Challenges Users Are Facing
Some users report ticket booking glitches during high-demand sales, delayed refunds, and high convenience fees. Zomato has acknowledged these issues and is actively collecting feedback to improve reliability.
Why District Matters for Zomato’s Future
District represents Zomato’s big lifestyle push. While short-term losses exist, the long-term goal is a profitable, all-in-one outings platform. If execution improves, District could become the default app for how India plans its weekends.
District isn’t just an app — it’s Zomato’s bet on how people will live, socialize, and go out in the future.
