For the most ambitious New Year party in Kathmandu, Club Nova in Thamel — Nepal’s largest nightclub — is the headline venue. Its cosmos-themed room, immersive reactive lighting and high-specification sound system are built exactly for a night like this: a packed floor, a building EDM and hip-hop set, and a countdown moment that lands…

For a big, memorable birthday, Club Nova in Thamel — Nepal’s largest nightclub — is hard to beat. Its cosmos-themed room, immersive lighting and high-specification sound system create exactly the kind of celebratory atmosphere a birthday calls for. Book a VIP table with bottle service and your group gets a reserved base for the night,…

Most Kathmandu clubs sit somewhere between smart-casual and dressed-up. The bigger, more modern venues — like Club Nova in Thamel — attract a fashion-forward crowd, so leaning toward the stylish end never hurts. You rarely need a full suit or gown, but you should look like you made an effort. As a rule of thumb:…

Electronic dance music has taken over Kathmandu’s club scene. Where the city once leaned heavily on live rock, today the biggest floors pulse with EDM, house and big-room drops, drawing a young, energetic crowd that comes to dance. If electronic music is your thing, here is your guide to the best EDM clubs in Kathmandu…

When the sun sets over the Kathmandu Valley, the city does not slow down — it shifts gears. Temples glow under floodlights, street-food stalls fire up, rooftop bars open their views, and Thamel’s clubs warm up for the night. Whether you want a high-energy night on the dance floor or a quiet evening soaking up…