Culture & Lifestyle
What’s on in Kathmandu Valley this week
From live music and cinema to workshops, theatre and community gatherings, here are some of the events happening around the Valley from August 15 to 21.Post Report
International Youth Week 2083
A 7-day youth-led wellness programme is being organised by Jeevan Vigyan Youth, blending wellness, service, creativity, music and connection.
When: Until August 15
Where: Jeevan Vigyan, Chabahil
Time: Musical evening daily from 5:30 pm–7:00 pm
Entry: Free
The Great Elephant Jam
Eden Sanepa is hosting a fundraiser music event supporting the care and welfare of two rescued elephants; Eva and Lhamo, featuring Albatross, Cobweb, Phosphenes, Nattu Shah along with various food stalls.

When: August 15
Where: Eden Sanepa, Lalitpur
Time: 2:00 pm onwards
Entry: Rs2,000
La La Land Live Screening + Jazz Night
Moksh restaurant is celebrating the 10th anniversary of La La Land with a live screening paired with a live jazz night.

When: August 16
Where: Moksh, Lalitpur
Time: 5:30 pm onwards
Entry: Rs1,000
Embroidery Workshop
As a part of Alliance Francaise's ‘The Pace of Making’ workshop series, Danfe Arts presents an embroidery workshop facilitated by Priyanka Maharjan.

When: August 15
Where: Alliance Francaise, Pulchowk, Lalitpur
Time: 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm
Entry: Rs350
The Age of Darkness
Mandala Theatre is showcasing Dharamvir Bharati's Hindi classic, The Age of Darkness translated by Rajendra Salabh, directed by Sudeep Khatiwada.

When: Until August 30
Where: Mandala Theatre, Thapagaun, New Baneshwor
Time: 5:30 pm (also 1:30 pm on Saturdays)
Entry: Rs300 - Rs500
Production A-Z
Playbook Kathacharya is organising a hands-on workshop to share their production process learned over 5+ years.
When: August 20, 2026
Where: Address shared after registration
Time: 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Entry: Rs2,500
Hobby Hangout
Hobby Hangout is a community event which will include knitting, baking, coffee roasting, board games, reading, journaling, painting and other creative pursuits.
When: Saturday, August 15, 2026
Where: Nextdoor Patan, Lalitpur
Time: 12:00 pm
Entry: Free
Dog Fest
Dog fest is a playful day out hosted by Ka Ho and Offline.888. It includes fashion shows, quizzes, bingo, challenges, face painting, and DIY activities for participants and their dogs.
When: Saturday, August 15
Where: Ka Ho 88, Bhanimandal, Lalitpur
Time: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Entry: Rs500 per dog




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