3 events in August
Things to Do in Kathmandu in August 2026
August is festival-rich even under monsoon skies — Janai Purnima, the playful Gai Jatra parades, and Krishna Janmashtami fill the streets with colour and ritual. Between the rains, it's a fascinating month for cultural events alongside the usual indoor gigs.
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Events in Kathmandu in August
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August packs in several — Janai Purnima (sacred-thread day), Gai Jatra (the cow festival, with its satirical processions), and Krishna Janmashtami. Add the indoor live-music and comedy calendar, and it's a surprisingly full month despite the monsoon.
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