Nepali Times

Birdathlon

Birdathlon, celebrate World Migratory Bird Day by participating in a bird race to raise awareness on the conservation of migratory birds. 10 May, Pani Muhan Gate, Shivapuri National Park, 6.30 to 11am, 9841442323/9841028940

Buddha Jayanti, celebrate the birth of the great philosopher in the country of his birth. 14 May

Ubhauli, celebrate the arrival of summer with the Kirat people of Nepal. 14 May

Cha cha cha, learn one month's worth of salsa in four days. Rs 1,000 for singles, Rs 1,500 for couples, 28 April onwards, Monday to Thursday,7.30 to 8.30am/5 to 6pm/6 to 7pm, Salsa Dance Academy, Bhatbhateni

Open house, featuring the work of artists Arpita Shakya, Ashuram Khaiju, and Palpasa Manandhar. Runs till 7 July, 11am to 6pm, Gallery Mcube Chakupat

Film Lab, learn film history, storytelling, scriptwriting, cinematography, editing, project handling and network with professionals. Runs to 15 May, Docskool, Gaurighat, register at (01)4251335

Retrospective, a look back at the oeuvre of senior artist and cubism enthusiast Surendra Pradhan. Runs till 18 July, Park Gallery, Pulchok, parkgallery.com.np

Life is flow, an exhibition by photographer Susanna Ferran and poet Frederic Hoffman accompanied by sound healer Chaitanyashree. Runs to 22 May, Image Art Gallery, Kulimha, Patan Darbar Square

City Museum Kathmandu, head down to Durbar Marg’s newest gallery on the block for personalized guided tours. By winds and tides, an art exhibition. Runs to 12 May, Alliance Francaise, Teku

Chandeswori jatra, Nepal's fastest growing town Banepa celebrates its biggest festival, photo-ops galore. 13 to 15 May, Banepa

Motherland across the sky, a solo exhibition of the works of poet and artist Sandhya Regmi. Nepal Art Council, Babarmahal

In conversation, historian Surendra KC talks with writer Prakash A Raj. Free entry, 9 May, 4pm onwards, Nepal-Bharat Library, New Road Tours run daily, accommodates up to 15 people, [email protected]

Rashomon, watch the Nepali stage adaptation of one of cinema's greatest whodunits. Rs 200, Runs to 10 May, 5.15pm, Mandala Thaetre except Mondays

Kancha ko bhancha

Kancha ko bhancha, the best of Nepali cuisine at this newly opened eatery. Kupandol

The Village Cafe, authentic Newari food that comes straight from the heart. Pulchok

Tass and Tawa, savour a wide variety of Nepali meat dishes and reserve your palate for the heavenly Chusta. Pulchok, Kathmandu

Tian Rui, if you’re looking for genuine good Chinese food this restaurant is the best place to go. Thapathali

Chongqing Fast Food, gear up for some mouth watering Chinese dishes like Sour and Spicy Pork and Kung Pao Chicken. Thamel

Hadock, big compound with ample parking space, its western and Thakali dishes are done to perfection. Jhamsikhel, (01)5546431

Monsoon Madness

Monsoon Madness, head out of the capital to cool off from the summer heat. Rs 5,555 per person on twin sharing, get back coupons worth Rs 2,999, for 2 nights/3 days. Shangri-la Village Resort, Pokhara, (061)462222, (01)4410051, [email protected]

Himalaya Wellness Centre, enjoy relaxing yoga, detox and Ayurveda treatments and retreats every day under one roof and get 10 per cent off on all Ayurvedic treatments. Park Village Hotel, Budhanilkantha, 980106661

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, (061)463468, www.mumsgardenresort.com

The Last Resort, test your limits with canyoning, hiking, rock climbing, rafting, mountain biking, bungee jumping. Bhotekosi, Sindhupalchok, (01)4700525/1247

Free launch

Free launch, the Nepali underground band Divine Influence play live to release their new EP Scarecrow. 17 May, Purple Haze

Khumbila, Remember the families of the brave Sherpas who lost their lives in the Everest accident through a live art and fund-raising concert, where Kutumba and Grammy-nominated artist James Catto is set to perform. Rs 400, 6:30 pm, 8 May, The City Museum Kathmandu, Darbar Marg, thecitymuseum.org

Dance-mandu, party with 20 sets of performers from Nepal and India, with other attractions like cocktail bar, children's play area, djembe jamming, and a fire juggling show. 17 May, 10am onwards, Norling Restaurant, Darbar Marg

Kripa Unplugged, young aspiring musicians give their own renditions of classics. youtube.com/user/KripaUnplugged

Starry Night BBQ, catch Ciney Gurung live as you chomp on your meat stick. Rs 1,499, 7pm onwards, Fridays, Shambala Garden Café. Hotel Shangri-La, (01)4412999 (Ext. 7520/7515)

Danse de la bonheur, party with DJ Surr and DSL Nepal, dinner on booking. 15 May, Delices de France, Thamel, (01)4260326

Gloria Spring Concert, Enjoy the angelic voices of Kathmandu Chorale as they perform works by beloved composers like Vivaldi, Mozart and Faure. Free admission, 10 May, 6pm onwards, The British School, Jhamsikhel, 9851139956

Rashid in Kathmandu, go watch the great Indian vocal maestro Ustad Rashid Khan live, accompanied by Jyoti Goho, Satyajit Talwalkar, Murad Ali Khan, Yaswanth Golcha, Manoj Gautam, and Salikram Ghimire. Rs 1,000/2,000/3,000/5,000, 23 May, 5.45pm onwards, Royal Academy Hall