Nepali Times

Heritage walk

Heritage walk, Explore the alleyways of Patan in a heritage walk organised by the Rotaract Club of Kupondole and Know Your Heritage. 11 June, 8 am onwards, Mangalbazar, 9849592287, http://www.rckopundol.org.np

Narrating visually, Master the art of visual storytelling in a three day workshop organised by photo.circle with instructors Robert Godden and Kevin WY Lee. 15 to 17 June, Yala Maya Kendra, Patan Dhoka, Last day of registrations: 31 May, Send CVs to [email protected], USD$165 + 13% VAT

The Little Prince, Mark your calendars for Studio 7’s musical based on A.S. Exupery’s famed novel The Little Prince. 27 May to 12 June, 7 pm onwards, every Friday to Sunday, Hotel Vajra, (01) 4271545, Rs 1000, Rs 500 (for students)

Futsal for women, Join in on the fun and participate in the 5-a-side women’s futsal tournament. Rs 3000 for team registration and Rs 600 for individuals. 4 June, 10am to 5pm, Grassroots Recreational Center, Last day for registration: 27 May, http://www.theWEunitedproject.com

Hidden treasures, An exhibition of photographs and portraits of the Ranas from the private collection of Kamala Lama. Till 13 June, Siddhartha Art Gallery, Baber Mahal Revisited, (01) 4218048/ 4433930

Run in Langtang, Gear up for the Lantang-Gosainkunda Half Marathon being celebrated on the occasion of the 38th anniversary of Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal. Registration fee: Rs 5000 29 May, For more information: www.taan.org.np

Critical Mass, Join hundreds of other cyclists to encourage a biking culture in Kathmandu. 27 May, 6 pm onwards, Jawalakhel

Writing for arts, Attend a three-day workshop on creative writing and the arts facilitated by editors of La.Lit, Prawin Adhikari, Niranjan Kunwar, and Rabi Thapa. Mail writing samples to [email protected]. 31 May to 2 June, 10 am to 2 pm, Yalamaya Kendra, Patan Dhoka, 9818239744, www.artmandu.org/apply

BAC mela, Local products, foodstuff and a second-hand garage sale plus entertainment for the whole family in BAC's first monthly mela. 28 May, 1 to 7pm, BAC Art Café, Pulchok, www.bikaplaartcenter.org 

Facing the camera, A photography exhibition that traces the history of studio photography in Nepal. Until 12 August, 10am to 5 pm, Inner Courtyard, Patan Museum, (01) 5521492

Moondance Restaurant

Moondance Restaurant, One of the few places in Pokhara that you just can’t miss; wash down its superb pizza and Lemon Chicken with a glass of mojito. Pokhara, (061) 461835

Kaiser Cafe Restaurant & Bar, Have a BBQ lunch and a glass of wine or beer inside the peaceful Garden of Dreams. Thamel, 4425341

Café Soma, Enjoy scrumptious brunch and indulge in crepes with sugar and lemon. Jhamsikhel, (01) 5528732

Picnic, Enjoy this Korean restaurant which offers heaping portions at affordable prices. Thamel, (01) 4442420

Café Du Temple, Famous for its delicious food, warm ambience and beautiful roof top view. Patan Durbar Square, 5527127

Mum’s Garden Resort

Mum’s Garden Resort, Head out to Pokhara for a peaceful and comfortable stay in beautifully designed cottages surrounded by a lush green garden with great views of Phewa Lake and the Annapurna range. Lakeside, Pokhara, (06)1463468, www.mumsgardenresort.com

Hotel Barahi, Enjoy a great view of the lake, cultural shows, a big swimming pool to beat the heat this summer or indulge in scrumptious pastries from the German Bakery in the hotel premises. Lakeside, Pokhara, 977-61-460617/463526

Shangri-La Village Resort, Escape the heat this summer with a two nights and three days package at Shangri La Village Resort. Gharipatan, Pokhara, (01) 4420252/ 9808187015, Rs 5999 nett per person

Balthali Village Resort, A small, cosy retreat with a bird’s eye view of green terrace fields dotted with ochre painted houses. Balthali, Kavre, 9851075818

Raniban Retreat, Situated at the other end of Phewa Lake and nested inside Raniban forest, offering the best views of the Annapurna range. Phewa Lake, Pokhara, (01)4411855

Music with Moktan

Music with Moktan, Don’t miss out on the live performance by Shubhani Moktan followed by DJ Badal Tamu and DJ Rucane Sresta. 27 May, 7 pm onwards, Club Venice Discotheque, Sundhara, 981-8740245

Top of the World Festival, Join the Top of the World Festival at Jiri with music and art, held in celebration of Buddha Jayanti. Tickets available at www.rocknrollnepal.com. 4 to 5 June, 11am onwards, Jiri, Dolakha

Rock’estival, Veteran music artists come together with newcomers in the industry to bring back the glory of rock and roll music. Rs 1500 (presale), Rs 2000 (door sale), 4 June, 7 to 11.30pm, The Victory Lounge, Durbarmarg

Tribute to Slayer, Vomiting Snakes gets together with some of the big names in Nepali music scene to pay tribute to late Jeff Hanemman, the guitarist of Slayer. Rs 300 (presale), Rs 500 (doorsale), 18 June, 2pm, Purple Haze, Thamel

Live comeback, Listen to Raju Lama and his band Mongolian Heart as they belt out some of their popular hits after a three year hiatus. 28 May, The Victory Lounge, Durbarmarg