Your guide to this week’s cultural events in Kathmandu Valley
Summary
Kathmandu Valley is set for a week of cultural events, from a Patan city run and a children’s Tihar camp to a candle walk in Mangal Bazar and a Newari street festival. The lineup also includes a salsa party in Durbarmarg and an immersive musical evening at Basantapur Palace.
Key Points
- Lalitpur Metropolitan City ward 20 and Patan Running Club are hosting a city run with 10K and 5K races starting from Patan Dhoka.
- The Learnify Camp is holding a two-day Tihar camp for children in Baluwatar with Deusi Bhailo and festive activities.
- Rotaract Club of Lalitpur will stage a candlelight rally in Mangal Bazar to celebrate Nepal Sambat 1147 and promote Newa culture.
- Other events include a salsa social at London Pub, an immersive musical programme at Basantapur Palace, and a Newari street festival at Paropakar Marg.