Nepali Times

Heritage ride

Heritage ride, Join Tour De Lumbini, Kathmandu Cycle City 2020 and Cycle City Network Nepal as they ride along seven world heritage sites of Kathmandu Valley. 23 April, 8am onwards, Basantapur Darbar Square, 9841303867

Get sporty,  Run, ride or rock climb and participate in the fifth edition of Himalayan Outdoor Festival. 29 April to 1 May, Hattiban Hiils, www.himalayanoutdoorfestival.com, 9823287228/ 9843817625

Moving Mountains, A photo exhibition showcasing World Food Programme’s earthquake response in Nepal. 1 to 8 April, 10am to 6pm, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Babar Mahal Revisited, (01)5260607

Art exhibition, Park Gallery presents series two of its bimonthly exhibition with artworks by Saroj Bajracharya titled ‘The Missing Link’.  31 March – 30 May, Park Gallery, Pulchok, (01) 5522307

 #photoNepal,  Attend a travel photography exhibition by veteran photographer Tang Yue Fan as part of the #photoNepal series. 1 to 3 April, Nepal Tourism Board, Pradarshini Marg, (01)4256909   Historical exhibition,  A display of 40 paintings by celebrated mid 19th century Nepali landscape artist Rajman Singh Chitrakar. 10 to 24 April, Taragaon Museum, Baudha, 9843722329   Ride along,  Get ready for the eighth Enfield rendezvous and poker run starting from Kathmandu and ending at Pokhara.  12 to 14 April, Rs 10,400. For more information: 9559112666/9793185744   Learning to click, Learn the art and history behind photography with a six-day photography workshop for beginners. Fee: Rs. 4000 + 13% VAT. Application deadline: 5pm, 31 March  6 to 11 April, 2 to 5pm, photo.circle headquarters, Arun Thapa Chowk, Jhamiskhel, 9818830540, sagar@photocircle.com.np

Trade Expo, A three-day trade expo organised by the Federation of Women Entrepreneurs Association of Nepal (FWEAN). 1 to 3 April, 10am to 5pm, Army Officer’s Club, Bhadrakali, (01)2003080, www.fwean.org.np    Asian Enduro Series, An opportunity to ride on exciting terrains with the first Asian Enduro Series. 5 to 10 April, Kathmandu, Tickets available at www.enduro.asia

From the Ground Up,  Listen and share stories with a young group of people involved in reconstruction and rebuilding efforts in Nepal. 12 April, 5 to 7pm, Alliance Française, Teku, (01)4242832

KJC for Kids, Music lessons, vocal training, ballet dance, beat boxing, arts and more for your kids at the KJC Spring Camp for Kids. For children aged 5 to 11 years old. 4 to 15 April, 10am to 4pm, Mondays to Fridays, Kathmandu Jazz Conservatory, Jhamsikhel, (01)5013554

Manny’s Eatery and Bar

Manny’s Eatery and Bar,  Special lunch packages for a quick snack or filling lunch. Jawalakhel, Shaligram Complex, (01)5536919

Gokarna Forest Resort, Get a taste of dishes from all around the world every Saturday at Gokarna’s BBQ brunches accompanied with foot-tapping live music. Enjoy a wide spread of Lebanese shawarma, Hyderabadi biryani, Mongolian/Japanese teppenyaki, Tibetan momos and Italian pastas. Also feast on a wide variety of salad and sweet dishes. 12 to 3pm, Rs 1299 for children aged 6 to 12 years (inclusive of a glass of soft drink or juice), Rs 1999 for adults (inclusive of a bottle of Carlsberg beer or glass of Invenio wine)

Fuji Bakery,  Tucked in Chakupat this bakery offers homemade goodies like apple pie, pain au chocolat and banana cake.  Chakupat

Café Du Temple, Famous for its delicious food, warm ambience and a beautiful roof top view. Patan Darbar Square, (01)5527127

Irish Pub, For the simple reason that the place actually feels like a bar. Don’t miss out on their Irish coffee. Lajimpat, Ananda Bhawan, (01)4416027

Temple Tree Resort and Spa

Temple Tree Resort and Spa, A peaceful place to stay, complete with a swimming pool, massage parlour and sauna. It’ll be hard to leave once you go in. Gaurighat, Lakeside, (061)465819

Barahi Jungle Lodge,  The first eco-jungle lodge of Chitwan directly overlooks the Chitwan National Park, spa, boutique guest room, individual and two-in-one private villas, including a suite with a private swimming pool. Andrauli, West Chitwan, (01)4411113, bjl@barahi.com, www.barahijunglelodge.com

Mango Tree Lodge, Culture walks, rafting in the Karnali, wildlife exploration, and jungle safari at the Bardia National Park. Bhetani, Bardia, (084)402008,  info@mangotreelodge.com

Shangri-La Village Resort, Escape the heat this summer with a two day and three night package at Shangri La Village Resort in Pokhara. Gharipatan, Pokhara, Rs 7500 per person including one way transportation from Kathmandu, rafting and lunch (self transportation and non rafting package also available), (01)4420252/9808187015/9860260894

Milla Guesthouse,  If you prefer the quiet, and admire a mix of old and new, this is the perfect place to stay. Not too far away from the city, yet miles apart. Bhaktapur, 9851024137

1974 AD Live

1974 AD Live, Celebrate this Nepali New Year with the new line up of Nepal’s popular rock band 1974 AD. 13 April, 2 to 6 pm, Pharping Tamv Ground, Pharping

Kanta dAb dAb, Enjoy a musical evening with the Nepali fusion trio, Kanta dAb dAb. 1 April, 8pm onwards, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172

Metal night, Book your seats for a night of hard-hitting heavy metal featuring bands Binaash, Aakrosh, Nude Terror, DISORDER, Crown Of Thrones and Vivace Octave. 30 April, 12 to 6 pm, Reggae Bar, Thamel, (01)4700654

Ciney Gurung live,  Fine dine with Ciney Gurung serenading you. Rs 1,799 per person.  Every Friday, 7pm onwards, Shambala Garden Cafe, Hotel Shangri-La, (01)4412999

Music mania, Be part of the rock and roll mania with the 12th edition of the KCM Inter College Music Competition. Preliminary rounds on 15 and 16 April. Registration fee: Rs 5000, 10am onwards, 23 April, Jawalakhel Football Ground,  9849149154, 9849465316, 9813505758