Events
Sadhana
Stop by Siddhartha Art Gallery and see the ongoing exhibition featuring solo artwork from Sundar Sinkhwal.
Until 25 November, Sunday to Friday: 11am-5pm, Saturday: 12pm-5pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal
Maha Jatra
Nepal’s acclaimed comedy duo Madan Krishna Shrestha and Hari Bansa Acharya make their return with this upcoming comedy show. See two of Nepal’s most regarded artists showcase their craft.
14 November-16 November, 5pm onwards, Ticket: Rs799-Rs2,399, Nepal Academy Hall, Kamaladi
Otaku Jatra
Otaky Jatra 2024 will provide a platform for Nepali fans of anime, comic, and pop-culture to be creative and turn their fantasy world to reality.
9 November, 10am onwards, Ticket: Rs500, Silver Oak Banquet and Events, Gairidhara
Boudha Farmer’s Market
If you are planning a tour around Kathmandu on the weekend, then this farmer’s market might be a good stop. Discover fresh produce, dairy products, baked goods, crafts, and more. Support local businesses.
Every Saturday, 8am-3pm, Utpala Cafe, Boudha
Pottery Workshop
Get your hands dirty, try and learn a new skill, and create traditional pottery with friends and loved ones.
Everyday, 9am to 6pm, The Pottery Training Centre, Bhaktapur
Music
Kuza Hip Hop Carnival
The Kuza Hip-hop carnival will bring together Nepal’s top-tier hip-hop artists on one platform. The line-up includes artists Vten, Laure and Bad Kompany.
9 November, 12pm onwards, Ticket: Rs1,500, Everest Hotel, Baneswar
Jam sessions
Chitra Art Center’s live session promises an evening full of live music, food and drinks. If you’re an aspiring musician, the mic is all yours.
8 November, 7pm onwards, Chitra Art Center, Lazimpat
Yodda Live
Fans of Nephop have the opportunity to see Yodda perform live. The evening promises to be full of raw energy, hard-hitting bars, and Yodda’s famed stage presence.
9 November, 7pm onwards, Ticket: Rs500, Club Platinum, Durbar Marg
Kathmandu Calling Kandara
Get ready to shake a leg with folk rock band Kandara, who are set to perform live for the first time in Kathmandu to mark their 32nd anniversary.
9 November, 8pm onwards, Ticket: Rs1,000, LOD, Thamel
Sunflower Weekenders
Be part of this two-day musical experience that blends music, art and wellness into one festival amidst the greenery of Godawari.
15-16 November, 12pm onwards, Ticket: Rs3,000, Godavari Village Resort, Godawari
Dining
Pho 99
As the days get cooler, nothing sounds better than a piping hot bowl of the Vietnamese Pho– a soup dish filled with noodles, vegetables, meats and sauces.
Jhamsikhel, 9803203119
White Zambala
Tucked away in a hidden alley in Boudha, this restaurant has the best comfort Tibetan food. Try Their sweet and sour pork, shredded potato and sizable dumplings
Boudha, 9866999999
Bhojan Griha
Experience Nepali cuisine made from locally-sourced organic ingredients in a 150 year old heritage building. The dining experience includes a folk-dance performance.
Dillibazar, 9841682735
Fryday’s
Fryday’s fish and chips are the crispiest and most perfectly seasoned fish dish you can find in Kathmandu. Their homemade sauce and tartar sauce are a must-try.
Jhamsikhel, 9808224159
Cafe Hessed
This place has a limited menu but serves the best kind of cupcakes and doughnuts. For those who do not have much of a sweet tooth, their gimbap is a must-have.
Pulchowk (01) 5430933
Getaway
Chandragiri Hills Resort
Set on a journey above the verdant pine forests and awe-inspiring panoramic views of the valley below as you indulge in relaxation with Chandragiri Hills Resort.
Chandragiri (01) 5970796 / 9802326541
Tiger Palace Resort
From an international Casino to six different places to eat within the resort, this getaway is a must visit for travellers venturing south of Kathmandu Valley.
Rupandehi, Bhairawa (071) 512000
Jagatpur Lodge
Jagatpur Lodge’s five-star tents and rooms with private viewing decks that open to breathtaking views brings visitors closer to nature.
Jagatpur, Chitwan (01) 5325241
Dom Himalaya
Dom Himalaya Hotel offers a space for visitors to indulge in traditional Nepali cuisine, relax with Tibetan singing bowls and bask in the vibrant chaos of Thamel.
Thamel (01) 5316813
Club Himalaya
This hotel is a blend of natural and modern services. The famous Nagarkot sunrise and sunset can be viewed from the private balcony of each room.
Nagarkot (01) 6680080/01