Nepali Times

Art Saturday

ArtSaturday, Interact, experiment, explore and learn with contemporary artists Kailash K Shrestha and Krisha Tamrakar at the art class for all ages. 30 December, 8-10am, Artudio, Swoyambhu, Rs 400, 9823490390/9851180088, [email protected]

Friday Happy Hours, Celebrate the last week of 2017 with a bonfire, warm cocktails, delicious momos served by CharCoal Lounge & Bar and a special talk by Tyler McMahon from Smart Paani. 29 December, 4pm onwards, Nepal Communitere, Pulchok, (01) 5530229

Critical Mass KTM, Cyclists gather for a short ride around the streets of Kathmandu to mark their presence and be a part of global movement of cyclists. 29 December, 5:30pm onwards, Basantapur Durbar Square

Circus Kathmandu , A circus show followed by buffet dinner and live music awaits you to end the year together. 30 December, 6 to 9pm, Moksh, Jhamsikhel, Rs 2000, For Tickets: 9801131995/9843130995, Timro concept store 

Katha Ghera, An intimate, improvisational and interactive form of theatre to talk about your life stories, expressions, feelings, and watch them being enacted on the spot. 30 December, 5 to 7pm, EVOKE Café & Bistro, Jhamsikhel, 9841226959

Boksi, The first edition of the monthly ‘Moonshine Affairs’ exhibition and performance featuring Anjila Manandhar, Irina Giri, Keepa Maskey and musicians from DidiBahini. Kaalo. 101 opens its door for art enthusiasts every full moon. 2 January, 4 to 8pm, Kaalo.101, Nagbahal, Patan, 9818301954, [email protected]

Flexibility Class Yogi Laxmi is all prepped up to help you make your body flexible. Get your yoga outfit and mat ready. 30 December, 7 to 8:30am, Zumbandu, Bhimsengola Marg, For booking: 9803266533/9843818794

SXC Alumni Day, All the Alumni are welcome to reminisce wonderful college moments and catch up with old pals. 30 December, 12pm onwards, St. Xavier’s College, Maitighar, Rs 500 (for dinner), (01) 4244636, For Registration: bit.ly/regsxcalumni 

Free Health Camp, Get your gynecological health checked by the doctors for free at the two days camp. 30 to 31 December, 8am to 5pm, Pulse Health Care and Diagnostics, Mid Baneshwor, For Registration: (01) 4466141

Yak and Yeti

Yak and Yeti Dine at the Sunrise Restaurant, overlooking expansive and beautifully landscaped gardens and pools, on the Eve of New Year. 31 December, 6:30 to 10:30pm, Hotel Yak and Yeti, Durbar Marg, Rs 4,500, (01) 4248999, [email protected]

Chez Caroline Full set of vegetarian and non-vegetarian menu including ‘mises en bouche’ at the French restaurant for your festive delight. 29 December to 15 January, Baber Mahal Revisited, Rs 5000/6,000++ per, (01) 4263070/4264187, [email protected]/chezcarolinenepal.com

Bajeko Sekuwa Offering you barbeque items and live music for New Year’s night. 31 December, 5pm onwards, Battisputali, 9801188465, [email protected]

Shangri~La Enjoy New Year’s Eve at Village Resort in Pokhara or New Year’s Day brunch at The Lost Horizon Cafe, Kathmandu—make your choice. Shangri-La Village Resort, Pokhara/ Hotel Shangri-La, Lazimpat, For more details: (01) 4412999/9856022272

Hyatt Regency Reserve your seats at The Café or Rox Restaurant at the Hyatt for a lovely New Year’s Eve dinner or a brunch on 1 January. Hyatt Regency, Boudha, Rs 5000/5700, For Reservation: (01) 5171234,

Summit Hotel Inviting you to celebrate New Year’s Eve special dinner with live music. 31 December, 6 to 9pm, Kupondole Height, Rs 2000, For more detail: 5555202/ 5524694

Annapurna Base Camp

Annapurna Base Camp Fly to Annapurna Base Camp or take a heli-tour to Pokhara with Simrik Air, a special New Year offer for an extraordinary experience. 29 December to 1 January, Rs 19,999 (to ABC), Rs 4,500 (to PKR), (061) 467544/ (01) 4155340, [email protected]

Pataleban Vineyard Resort Countdown the hours to 2018 away from the hustle and bustle, with campfire, barbecue and musical poetry performance by Mi-Ku, a contemporary folk ensemble band. Chisapani, Rs 15,000(for couple), (01) 4316377, 9841679364, www.patalebanresort.com

Fairfield by Marriott Avail a package at Rs 12,000 (single) and Rs 15,000 (couple) to make this New Year exciting with selection of international cuisine. Fairfield by Marriott, Tridevi Sadak, Thamel, (01) 4217999

Gokarna Resort For a full package of New Year’s countdown- entertainment, drinks, dinner and stay over. The Courtyard, Gokarna Forest Resort, Ranikunj, Rs 16,999 (single), Rs 22,999 (double), For more details: (01) 4451212

Rupakot Resort Drive to Pokhara this weekend to celebrate New Year among the beautiful lakes- Begnas, Rupa and Fewa and on the lap of Annapurna Himalayas. Rupakot, Pokhara, Rs 8,625 (per person), (61) 622660/9856038043, [email protected]

Country Villa Rise and shine with the beautiful sun after an exciting eve celebration at the hotel. Hotel Country Villa, Nagarkot, Rs 9,999 (single), Rs 11,999 (double), For Reservation: (01) 4700305/ 9851192106

Om Adhyay Resort Boating in Kulekhani, Markhu hike, barbeque and live music at the resort- everything you need in a New Year’s retreat package. 29 December- 2 January, Tistung, Palung, (01) 4301437/4671980/9851213058

Jazz Funk and Soul

Jazz Funk and Soul, One / Three but Whole, an instrumental project directed by Jazz musician Marcus Dengate, will be playing swing jazz, funk jazz, Latin and ballads from artists like Herbie Hancock, Chick Corea, Duke Ellington along with their original compositions. 31 December, 7pm onwards, Places Restaurant and Bar, Saath Ghumti Marga, (01) 4700413

Raagmani at Radisson, Raagmani band is all set to perform at Radisson Hotel for New Year’s Eve. Free flow of snacks dinner and alcohol for your festive appetite. 31 December, Radisson Hotel, Lazimpat, (01) 4411818

Reel Rewind, The legendary band, The Crossroads with Sanjay Shrestha will be bringing back 90’s musical scene right on the stage of Ambience 365; don’t miss out. 1 January, 5pm onwards, Pulchowk, Rs 500, (01) 5535725

Blue Night, Sway your soul with live Blues performance by Suman & the Blue Fret at the House of Music. 29 December, 8pm onwards, Amrit Marg, Thamel, 9851075172