Kathmandu’s biggest Blues festival, Kathmandu Blues and Roots is returning for its 5th edition this year after a 2-year hiatus. The KBNR is a one-day musical concert celebrating the blues genre and Nepal’s traditional folk music. It’s a day of celebrating music with national and international artists coming together on stage to jam up. This year, the event is going to be held at Hardik Fitness Club.
While there are many reasons for you to attend this event, we’re listing out the 6 major ones!
Enjoy Live Music With Homegrown and International Artists
Get back into the pre-covid scene when live concerts used to be jamming! Gather together to enjoy the best blues bands and some international artists as well!! This year the performers include Blues Undercover and Friends, Bluezigans, The Midnight Riders, Satish Sthapit Blues Explosion, and El Profundo’s CiIRCUS.

Try Craft Beer And Curated Drinks
Enjoy the best selection of beers, vodka and whisky at the curated bars according to your taste. Try selected alcohol drinks from the drink sponsors from Barahsinghe craft beer, Old Durbar whisky, and 8848 vodka.
Enjoy Delicious Food From Curated Vendors:
Along with great music, you get to enjoy great food offered by renowned restaurants of Kathmandu. Try their special dishes offered up during the festival to enjoy the best of both food and music!!

Have Fun With Little Ones At Experience Zones
This edition of Kathmandu Blues and Roots is bringing in something for the little ones as well. Let your kids enjoy the child play area and experience zone while you enjoy your pint of refreshing, chilled beer.
Stay Cool Around The Pool and Carnival Area
Enjoy the pool-side scene around the waters with your family and friends and enjoy some fun activities. Or, you could also bask in the sun while enjoying the vibe and listening to some live music.
Attract Decor Photo-Ops For Selfies And Content
Let your social media light up with some colorful posts of music, food, and fun! You can get great photo-ops and spots where you can go on clicking to make Instagram and Tiktok worthy content!
EVENT DETAILS
What | Kathmandu Blues and Roots Festival
When | 22nd October, 2022, Saturday
Where | Hardik Fitness Club, Pulchowk, Lalitpur
Timings | 3:00PM to 9:00 PM
Ticket Price | Rs 499, early bird tickets Rs 299 Buy from Khalti or Kgarira!
Visit their official Facebook page or Instagram for more info!
This event is sponsored by Dental garden, ACME, Barashinghe, LSR, Tiamo Pizza, Hardik Fitness Club, and will have a live screening of the event on J Music.