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Photo yatra

Photo yatra, Take a walk with fellow photographers and photo enthusiasts through picturesque alleyways of the city organised by Kathmandu College of Management. 24 December, 7 to 11 am, Mangal Bazar, (01) 5201434

Art talk, Meet Irish artist Bernardine Carroll and learn about innovative art styles the artist uses in her experimental digital and performance art. 23 December, 4 pm onwards, Sattya Media Arts Collective, 9813485716

Yoga bootcamp, Mark your calendars for rigorous, energetic and intense four-day yoga bootcamp. 18 to 31 December, Sooriya Wellness and Yoga centre, Lajimpat, [email protected]

Christmas ride, Gear up for a Christmas cycle ride followed by a sumptuous brunch at Moksh. 25 December, 9.30 to 11.30 am, Lifecycle Nepal, Jhamsikhel, (01) 5521120 9843288445, [email protected], Rs 1500 per person

Maker gift exchange, Dedicate your day to make gifts and enjoy mulled wine, hot rum punch, momos and a bonfire. All gifts made will go to the Nepal Communitere Gift exchange. 23 December, 4 to 9 pm, Nepal Communitere, Pulchok, (01) 5555856

Christmas carnival, Mark your calendars for a Christmas carnival featuring games, face painting, nail art, yummy food, prizes and more. 24 December, 12 to 7 pm, Bal Sansar, Civil Mall, Sundhara

Jhilimili Christmas, Learn to make your DIY photo frames to brighten up your Christmas. 24 December, 2 to 5 pm, Karkhana, 9841067998, Register: https://goo.gl/forms/T9CdLHbbJGfauLZs2

Morning Coffee Queries, For interesting business ideas and experiences, entrepreneurs, students and start-ups can participate in Monday morning coffee queries. 26 December, 9 to 11 am, Bodhi Books and Bakes, Maharajgunj, Tickets:www.clockb.com/events/49

Community arts, Take part in a two-day training for arts, activists and teachers facilitated by MABELLEarts’s Leah Houston and Michael Burtt from Making Room Community Arts. 25 & 26 December, NexUs Culture Nepal, Maitri Marg, [email protected], Register at: https://goo.gl/forms/nwz2LoHRLpU2D5GD2, Rs 500

Merry making, Celebrate Christmas the German and Austrian way. Attend for songs, listen to Christmas stories and enjoy delicious food and drinks. 23 December, 2 pm onwards, VHS Bhaktapur, (01) 6611283

Shangri-La Hotel

Shangri-La Hotel, Make your Christmas eve memorable by treating your taste buds to a delectable meal. Menu includes turkey, pies, pudding and more. 24 December, 6.30 pm onwards, Lost Horizon Café, Shangri-La Hotel, Lajimpat, (01) 4412999, Rs 5555 (for couples)

Hyatt Regency, Enjoy a scrumptious Christmas eve buffet dinner at The Cafe or go for a five course menu at Rox Restaurant with a glass of mulled wine. 24 December, 7 pm onwards, Hyatt Regency Kathmandu, Boudha, (01) 5171234, The Cafe: Rs 3,000 plus, Rox Restaurant: Rs 4,500 plus

Cafe with No Name, Support street children this Christmas, watch classic films and munch on some great snacks, mains and desserts. 24 to 25 December, 10 am onwards, Cafe with No Name, Thamel, 9810226559, [email protected]

Adhyay Retreat

Adhyay Retreat, Book for a one night package at Adhyay Retreat Resort Tistung this Christmas. Enjoy a complimentary drink and live music. (01) 4301437, 9851213058, 9841297946, Rs 3000 per person (sharing basis), Rs 2500 per person (tent), Rs 7000 per couple. Free for children below five years. 

Hotel Ghangri, A special two-day, one-night Christmas eve package in Ghangri’s heritage rooms. Enjoy a lavish three course dinner for couples with a complimentary welcome drink. 24 December, Hotel Ghangri, Sano Tusal Marg, 9851235695/9851221711, $70 plus per couple

Live performance

Live performance, Get into the Christmas spirit and come along to a day of live performances by 1974 A.D, Sabin Rai, Sugam Pokharel, Almoda Uprety and more. With mouth watering food from restaurants all around Nepal, don’t miss out on a fun day of music. 25 December, 11 am to 6 pm, Jawalakhel football ground, 9861060827

Artha live, An Irish Christmas with Artha Band. Listen as they belt out some of their hits. 24 December, 3 pm onwards, Irish Pub, Lajimpat, (01) 4416027

Gypsy jazz, Spend a musical evening listening to gypsy jazz with Nomad Transition this Christmas eve. 24 December, 6.30 pm onwards, BAC Art Cafe, Pulchok, 9851147776

Nabin live, Attend a live concert on Christmas Eve by 90s pop sensation Nabin K Bhattarai and band. 24 December, 4 pm onwards, Food Court, City Center, Kamalpokhari

House of Music, Don’t miss out on Four Blacksmiths and TMR Trio as they play live. 24 December, 8 pm onwards, House of Music, Thamel, 9851075172, Entry: Rs 500