Events
12th Tattoo Convention
The 12th Nepal Tattoo Convention will draw body ink enthusiasts and experts from across the world.
11-13 April, 11am onwards, Tickets: Rs500 Heritage Garden, Sanepa
Hiti Pranali
The Liquid Landscape of Kathmandu Valley: Hiti Pranali is an exhibition at the Patan Museum this World Water Week. It showcases recent research in Patan that used Ground Penetrating Radar to visualise the underground parts of ancient hitis. Review on page 12.
Till 30 March, Patan Museum
Nepal Super League
The third season of Nepal’s top-tier football league has teams from across Nepal, like Pokhara Thunder and Lalitpur City FC.
29 March - 26 April, Tickets: Rs300-Rs800, Dasharath Rangashala, Tripureshwor
75 years of Annapurna
The exhibition Summit of Friendship marks 75 years since the first ascent of Annapurna. Explore the past, present, and enduring legacy of one of mountaineering’s greatest achievements.
5-18 April, 9am to 5pm, Alliance Française, Dhobighat
Le Sherpa Farmers' Market
See and be seen at Le Sherpa Farmers' Market this Saturday. Support local businesses selling organic fruit and veg, cheese, bread, meat, honey, food, coffee, baked good, and more.
Every Saturday, 7:30am-1:00pm, Le Sherpa, Maharajgunj, 9801081609
Music
1974 AD
Gear up for an unforgettable night of Nepali folk, rock, jazz, and blues with 1974 AD in honour of their 30th anniversary. Formed in the early 1990s, 1974 AD is one of the most successful rock bands in Nepal.
5 April, Tickets: Rs1,000-Rs12,000, Hyatt Ground
Music Class
Join group music classes at Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory. Small groups for vocals, guitar, and violin are available, with two classes per week and structured learning to keep students on track.
Fees: Rs500 onwards, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Chabahil, 9704543010
KatJazz
This year’s KatJazz Music Festival will have a special emphasis on women in music and will bring together artists from across the world for 10 specially curated concerts held across the city. Stay tuned for more details.
13-30 April, Kathmandu
Jameson Patan Fest
Sing and dance along to a phenomenal lineup of artists including Purna Rai, John Chamling, Swar and The Albatross at the Jameson Patan fest.
5 April, 2pm onwards, Tickets: Rs900++, Chyasal Stadium, Patan
Mark Band
Mark Band is live at Hard Rock this weekend at the Sherpa Mall. Free entry.
29 March, 7pm onwards, Hard Rock Cafe, Sherpa Mall, Durbarmarg
Dining
The Diner
Get American comfort food at the newly opened The Diner. Milwaukee-style firewood pizza, croissant sandwiches, salad bowls, chicken sandwiches gourmet burgers are all on the menu.
9764634651, Bhaisepati
The Big O
The Big O has a vibrant menu that features authentic döner kebabs, loaded fries, classic chicken döner, savory beef wraps. Unlimited beer every Friday for Rs1800.
970215695, Sanepa
Lotè Cookies
Lotè is an online bakery that sells fortune and soft artisinal cookies, fudgy brownies, eclairs and more. Cookies come in sets of 9 pieces and in flavors such as Red Devil, Triple Choco and S'mores. Find at the.lote on instagram. They also do birthday brownie commissions.
9867438669
Utpala Cafe
Utpala Cafe in Boudhha is a monastery restaurant. Their menu features healthy vegetarian options and baked goods using fresh produce. They also have a popular lunch buffet.
9810700763, Boudha
Cafe and Cucina
Head to Cafe and Cucina for hot sizzler and crisp schnitzel sandwiches.
Pulchok, 9861601155
Getaway
Riverside Springs Resort
Nestled along the tranquil banks of the Trishuli River, the Riverside Springs Retreat has twin-bed cabins and a hearty restaurant overlooking a luxurious landscaped swimming pool. The warm sands of the river beach are nearby too.
Kurintar (01) 5444263
Hotel Dolmaling
The Kathmandu hustle and bustle gives way to peace and comfort at Hotel Dolmaling, only a short walk from the Boudhhanath stupa.
Boudha, 9765964209
Bagaicha Adventure Resort
Immerse in nature in guided nature walks and bird-watch at Bagaicha Adventure Resort, after which you may want to vool off under the stone stream shower in the plunge pool.
9857082693, Nawalpur
The Old Inn
The Old Inn provides a cozy stay in its two quaint Newa townhouses that overlook the serene, timeless Bandipur bazaar. Spectacular Himalayan views.
Bandipur, 9808882270
Kumari Boutique Hotel
Experience Nepali hospitality at Kumari Boutique Hotel in the heart of Kathmandu: modern comfort fused with traditional architecture.
Thamel (01) 5315617