Annual Festivals in Kathmandu: The Ultimate Guide

🖼️ Visual Introduction

Landscape — Boudha Stupa
📸 Photo by Elton Sa

🌍 Festival in the City

Discover the heart of Kathmandu with a guided city tour that takes you beyond the landmarks into the everyday life of locals.

🎥 Featured Festival Video

🚶 Festival Tours & Experiences

From food walks to adventure excursions, Kathmandu tours let you see the city through expert local eyes.

🏛️ Festival Attractions & Activities

Unlock the best of Kathmandu with access to its museums, landmarks, and cultural sites.

Architecture — Echoes of faith. Swoyambhu’s timeless stupa rises above Kathmandu, crowned with fluttering prayer flags and centuries of devotion. A sacred stillness woven into the city’s soul.
📸 Photo by Bishan Thapa Magar

🏨 Where to Stay

Business or leisure, hotels in Kathmandu provide reliable amenities like Wi-Fi, breakfast, and concierge services.

From modern city lofts to traditional cottages, Kathmandu offers unique stays that hotels can’t match.

✈️ Getting to the Festival

Direct flights to Kathmandu save time and get you exploring sooner.

📱 Stay Connected During the Event

Using maps, apps, and translation tools in Kathmandu is easier with a dedicated travel SIM.

🛡️ Festival Safety & Protection

Protect your flights, hotels, and tours in Kathmandu with coverage designed for modern travelers.

Learn local traffic rules before driving or biking abroad.

Street Life — a group of people walking down a street next to tall buildings
📸 Photo by Sujab Banjara

💳 Budgeting Your Festival Trip

Avoid ATM hassles in Kathmandu with easy access to digital wallets and reloadable cards.

Keep foreign coins as souvenirs if they can’t be exchanged.

🎒 Festival Essentials

Bring motion sickness tablets if you’re prone to nausea.

Avoid buying souvenirs made from endangered species.

Carry a Power Bank: Phones die fast when you’re navigating, taking photos, or translating. Keep a spare battery handy.
Eco-Friendly Choices: Say no to plastic bags, bring a reusable tote, and choose eco-certified tours when possible.
Stay Hydrated: Carry a reusable water bottle. Many destinations have refill stations, which saves money and reduces plastic waste.

🎥 Festival Vlog

🎥 Behind the Scenes

🎥 Cultural Highlight

✨ Festival Reflections

The day’s heat fades and the sky burns with color. People gather on steps, rooftops, or beaches to watch in silence. Sunsets remind us that endings can be just as beautiful as beginnings.