Pride Mela

Team Samavaya is organising a Pride Mela at Bhaktapur Durbar Square today. The event will feature stalls showcasing products from small businesses owned by the LGBT+ community and local businesses.

The student-led team organised a parade last year at Basantapur. This year they are doing so at Bhaktapur. Starting from Nyatapola Temple, the parade will end at Sallaghari.

Where: Nyatapola Temple, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Bhaktapur

When: June 17

Time: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm

Entry: Free

Make It Funny Workshop with Aayush Shrestha

Join the ‘Make it Funny Workshop’ with Aayush Shrestha, a self-taught stand-up comedian, writer, host of Baaki Samachar, and aspiring screenwriter, for an engaging and laughter-filled comedy writing workshop.

Where: Tumbahalaya, Thamel, Kathmandu

When: June 18

Time: 11:00 am onwards

Ticket: Rs500

Happiness Program with Dietitian Sukriti

Dietitian Sukriti Ghimire and Karuna Thapa from ‘The Art of Living’ wellness institute are organising a three-day-long happiness programme. The event will focus on yoga, meditation and inclusive discussions on stress management and healthy living. The link for registration is available on Dietitian Sukriti's Facebook page.

Where: Saraswati Mandir, Chabahil, Kathmandu

When: June 22 to 24

Time: 6:30 am to 9:30 am

Ticket: Rs2,000

Registration: Link

A Tribute to KK

Calm Tangalwood is hosting a tribute to the legendary Indian playback singer Krishnakumar Kunnath ‘KK’, known for hits like ‘Aankhon Mein Teri’ and ‘Khuda Jane’, who passed away last year. Yugal Samal will open the show, which will be followed by the tribute performance by The Last Ride.

Where: Calm Tangalwood, Naxal, Kathmandu

When: June 17

Time: 6:00 pm onwards

Entry: Free

Sunflower Sessions: Live Music

Sunflower Sessions is organising a live music session featuring underrated artists. The artists performing and the venue are revealed once you buy the tickets. The theme for this session is country pop/folk music.

When: June 17

Time: 6:00 pm onwards

Entry: Rs800

Registration: Link

‘Lost In Transition II’ and ‘Awaiting’ exhibitions

Siddhartha Art Gallery is hosting two exhibitions: ‘Lost in Transition II’ by artist Mann Gurung and ‘Awaiting’ by Riti Maharjan. Gurung’s exhibition will take place at the gallery’s annexe, whereas Maharjan’s display is set at the main gallery. Both exhibitions are set to have soft openings on Sunday.

Where: Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babarmahal, Kathmandu

When: June 18

Time: 4:00 pm onwards

Entry: Free