Shangri-La literary festival on Dec. 26, 27
Summary
The Shangri-La Literature Festival will be held on December 26 and 27, 2026 at Hotel Himalay in Lalitpur, bringing together writers, artists and performers for panels, book stalls and cultural presentations. The event will feature guest speakers from India and sessions on children’s literature, women’s writing, translations, AI and poetry.
Key Points
- The Shangri-La Literature Festival is scheduled for December 26 and 27, 2026, at Hotel Himalay in Lalitpur.
- The festival is being organized by the Kathmandu Shangrila Foundation and will feature literature, arts and performance events.
- At least six award-winning authors from India, including Manu Joseph, Ruchir Joshi, Jerry Pinto and Satish Padmanabhan, are expected to participate.
- The program will include panel discussions, book stalls, book signings, cultural dances and an instrumental closing performance.
