EVENTS: June 20 to June 26, 2026

Kathmandu and its surrounding areas are set to host a diverse range of cultural events and activities between June 20 and June 26.

The Siddhartha Arts Foundation, in collaboration with Sneha Shrestha, Abari, and T.NUA, will present a discussion on Nepali Chautaris, traditional resting places, on June 25 at the Kathmandu Art Gallery. Entry is free.

Art enthusiasts can visit The Kala Salon at Chhaya Centre, Thamel, for the opening of a solo art exhibit by Shivangini Rana, curated by Sophia L Pande, on June 20. The Kala Salon is also hosting a free film screening of ‘Baato’ by Lucas Millard and Kate Stryker on June 26 at Taragaon Next, Bauddha.

Sattya Media Arts Collective in Jawalakhel will screen Saim Sadiq’s ‘Joyland’ on June 20 as part of Pride Month celebrations, with an entry fee of Rs180.

Lalitpur will observe Bhoto Jatra on June 20 in Jawalakhel, a cultural and religious ritual displaying a jewel-studded vest believed to belong to the serpent king, Nagraj. Entry is free.

For those interested in creative workshops, Lil Sherpa Jewellery is organizing a jewelry design workshop on June 21 at Bagels and Co, Jhamsikhel, for Rs3,500. Community Creatives Nepal is holding a writing workshop, 'The Page Is A Playground,' on June 20 at Photo Circle Library, Sanepa, for Rs300.

Outdoor activities include a guided hike to Jamacho on June 20 by Tales and Tellers for Rs220, and a nature walk and painting session, 'Monsoon Observations,' led by artist Neera Joshi Pradhan on June 21 at Ranibari Community Forest for Rs550.

Youth-focused events include Smart Club Nepal and King’s College's 'Talent Show & Prom 2026' on June 20, featuring performances and a prom dance, with tickets at Rs400. Additionally, The Sohum Band will host 'Bhajan Clubbing' with live bhajan songs on June 21 at Hotel Ananda Pashupati, Tilganga, with free entry.