, Mark you calendars for the eagerly awaited festival of colors. Join in on the fun as thousands in Kathmandu claim the streets to celebrate the advent of spring with unmatched enthusiasm and fanfare. Note: Government has issued a strong warning against the harassment of pedestrians. 22 March

Film festival, Experience European culture and lifestyle with the fifth edition of the European Union Film Festival. Free tickets at the hall on a first come first serve basis on each screening day. 19 to 24 March, QFX Kumari Hall 1, (01) 44294456,

Art exhibition, Appreciate the artwork of five Nepali artists done during their residency period at Bindu. More on page 11. 13 to 29 March, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal, 9818996169

Photography for beginners, Learn the art behind photography in a six-day workshop for beginners. Fee: Rs 4000 + 13% VAT 6 to 11 April, 2 to 5 pm, photo.circle headquarters, Arun Thapa Chowk, Jhamsikhel, 9818830540, agar@photocircle.com.np

MyGHT, Capture, caption and share a picture from your experience on the Great Himalaya Trail with the hashtag #MyGHT.

Deadline to enter is 25 March at 23.59 (GMT +5.45), www.greathimalayatrails.com/photo-competition/

KJC for Kids, Music lessons, vocal training, ballet dance, beat boxing, arts and more for your kids at the KJC Spring Camp for Kids. For children aged 5 to 11 years old. 4 to 15 April, 10am to 4pm, Mondays to Fridays, Extended week: 28 March to 1 April, 10am to 2pm Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel, (01) 5013554

Art for Nature, Attend an exhibition showcasing artworks of Chitwan National Park's wildlife. Till 19 March, Taragaon Museum, Boudha, (01) 4491234

Himalayan Rush, Gear up for the fifth edition of the Himalayan Rush triathlon series and experience the thrill of trail running, cycling and fresh water swimming. 26 March, Begnas, Pokhara, (01)5550758/ (01)5550759

Master class, Learn all you need to know about music with composer, pianist and music educator James Miley and his faculty from Willatmette University. 22 to 28 March, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel, (01) 5013554

Trade Expo, A three-day trade expo organised by the Federation of Women Entrepreneurs Association of Nepal (FWEAN). 1 to 3 April, 10am to 5pm, Army Officer’s Club, Bhadrakali, (01)2003080, fwean.info@gmail.com, www.fwean.org.np

Cadenza Collective live, A Friday well spent with Cadenza Collective’s Afro-Caribbean tunes. Rs. 400, 18 March, 8 pm, House of Music, Thamel, 985-1075172

Metal mania, Blood Bash Festival: bringing together all metal heads of Kathmandu featuring bands Underside, Jugaa, Vomiting Snakes, Dying Out Flames, The Exorcist, Kings Among Men and more. 19 March, 1pm onwards, Purple Haze Rock Bar, Thamel

Album release, Mark your calendars for singing sensation Rohit John Chettri’s new album release. Rs 500 including album, 18 March, 7pm onwards, Base Camp, Arun Thapa Chowk, Jhamsikhel, 9841226397

Ciney Gurung live, Fine dine with Ciney Gurung serenading you. Rs 2000 per person, Every Friday, 7pm onwards, Shambala Garden Cafe, Hotel Shangri-La, (01)4412999

Jazz it up, Groove to the beats of Willamette Underground’s dynamic music inspired from avant garde, jazz fusion, rock & pop, and contemporary classical music. Tickets: Rs. 500 without invitation, Rs 300 with invitation 7.30pm, 26 March, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikel, (01) 5013554