Art with Poetry

A poetry session will be held as part of the Himalayan Art Festival 2026, bringing together well-known Nepali poets and writers. The event is organised by Arts Nepal.

When: Sunday, August 23

Where: Nepal Art Council, Babar Mahal

Time: 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Entry: Free

Voices from Himalayas

Takpa Gallery is showcasing a group exhibit that brings together contemporary artists presenting work rooted in Himalayan identity and craft.

When: August 22 to September 19 (Saturday to Saturday)

Where: Takpa Gallery, Lazimpat

Time: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Entry: Free

Sanepa Cultural Street Festival

A community street festival celebrating Newa culture, with live music and performances, authentic local cuisine, and an artisan and entrepreneur market.

When: Saturday, August 22, 2026

Where: Agima Marg, Sanepa

Time: 11:00 am onwards

Entry: Free

Felting Memories of Culture

Curated by Saphal Shrestha, ‘Felting memories of culture’ is an immersive felt-artwork exhibition tracing the creative journeys of its artists.

When: August 21 to September 20, 2026

Where: Sarvashhrestha Gallery, Swayambhu, Kathmandu

Time: 12:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Entry: Free

Dungeons and Dragons in Kathmandu

A beginner-friendly D&D session is being hosted where you create your own character, explore a fantasy world, and dive into a tabletop adventure.

When: August 22

Where: The Rustic Wood, Kumaripati

Time: 1:00 pm onwards

Entry: Rs999

Bichitra Baaje

A Nepali stage adaptation of Gabriel Garcia Marquez’s ‘A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings,’ presented by the Department of Major Arts at St Xavier’s College.

When: August 20 to 22

Where: 4th Floor, Miller Hall, Loyola Campus, Thapathali

Time: 8:30 am onwards

Entry: Rs200

Lachha, Pilates & Mehendi

A beginner-friendly Pilates morning is being hosted, blending hair braiding, mehendi and breakfast.

When: Saturday, August 22

Where: Bagan Thakali, Baluwatar

Time: 9:30 am to 11:30 am

Entry: Rs1,500

Shaan Live in Nepal

Bollywood playback singer Shaan will be performing live in Nepal.

When: August 22, 2026

Where: Club Nova, Thamel

Time: 7:00 pm onwards

Entry: Rs4,000 to Rs6,000 (Standing)