Celebrate the New Year with Nepali craftsmanship, contemporary art, and sustainability!
This one-day event, organized by Unnati Cultural Village and Vivanta Kathmandu, featured 27 stalls showcasing high-quality Nepali handicrafts, art, and eco-friendly products. The carnival provided a lively and fun environment with live music to welcome the New Year. It also raised awareness of eco-friendly practices and fostered community connections through networking opportunities.
Collaborator: Vivanta Kathmandu
Total Attendees: 300+
Total Beneficiaries (Artisans): 27

Celebrating UNNATI Cultural Village’s anniversary & 114th International Women’s Day
Theme: Invest in Women, Accelerate Progress
The UNNATI Mela 2024 was a significant event, held in conjunction with the 114th International Women’s Day, attracting over 300 participants from Lalitpur, Chitwan, and Nawalpur. The event included empowering workshops, an open market, and a panel discussion.

• • Total Attendees: 300+
  • Chairperson: Ms. Surabhi Chaudhary, Founder/Director of UNNATI
  • Chief Guest: Ms. Om Kala Gautam, Former Parliament Member, Gandaki Pradesh
  • Panel Discussion:
    • Speakers: Ms. Chandana Koirala, Ms. Srijana Soti, Mr. Biswas Kafle
    • Over 100 women engaged in a dynamic Q&A session.
• Financial Literacy Session: Led by Mr. Dirgha Neupane from Prabhu Bank, offering practical insights for women entrepreneurs.
• Outcome: Empowered local women with knowledge on financial avenues, entrepreneurship, and women’s rights. Strengthened collaboration among local governments, NGOs, and community representatives.

The Dashain & Tihar Utsav 2024 at Unnati Cultural Village, Nawalpur, celebrated Nepal’s rich heritage and sustainable tourism. Inaugurated by Mr. Baburam Biswokarma and Mr. Chakrapani Kadel, the event featured the art exhibition “Unveiled Visions” (Oct 26–Dec 26), showcasing works by 13 young Nepali artists, and an art competition themed “Breaking Barriers: Women Overcoming Obstacles,” with 32 students from 9 schools. Vibrant stalls highlighted traditional crafts, textiles, and festive decor, benefitting 55 artisans and attracting over 200 attendees. The event was co-partnered by Siddhartha Bank, QFX Cinemas, and CG Beverages.
Total Attendees: 200+
Total Beneficiaries (Artisians): 55
ART COMPETITION THEMED “BREAKING BARRIERS”: WOMEN OVERCOMING OBSTACLES TO ACHIEVE THEIR DREAMS
Throughout history, women have faced numerous societal, cultural, and personal obstacles that sought to limit their potential. Yet, time and again, they have shattered these barriers, showcasing extraordinary resilience, courage, and determination—a sentiment beautifully captured in the students’ artwork.

The event featured fourteen stalls, each offering a unique range of products, from shoes and jewelry to traditional beaded necklaces (pote), natural fiber items, hemp clothing, decorative pieces, Fish Achar (pickle), and in-house stalls showcasing pottery and ceramics, plants, pottery-making, face painting, and mehndi application.
The diversity reflected the talents and skills of the community.
Outcome
Expanding the audience for art and culture through the inclusive integration of communities.
Total Attendees: 200+

During the Dashain festival, Unnati Cultural Village welcomed over 250 plus visitors, offering activities such as Durga Sthapana, bhajan performances, traditional swings, and scenic surroundings. Unnati Cultural Village offered special discounts privileges to effectively attract more visitors and increase awareness of Unnati’s unique offerings.
Outcome:
Enhancing the reach of art and culture through the integration of diverse communities.

The event was graced by the presence of local dignitaries, including CDO Krishna Prasad Lamsal, SP Bhuwanshor Tiwari, and Deputy Mayor Shanti Koirala. The Mela featured a variety of arts and crafts activities led by both Nepalese and international artists. Highlights included photo and video exhibitions, the inauguration of an Open-air Museum, cultural performances, and workshops on digital marketing and mobile banking for local women entrepreneurs. This event successfully encouraged community participation and celebrated the arts and culture in all its forms.
Outcome
Promotion of art and culture to a wider audience through communal integration
Total Attendees: 500+

Throughout the year, UCV transformed into a hub of creativity, with local artists leading many arts and crafts activities. The village celebrated a year-long arts and crafts event, showcasing the community’s talents through traditional dance performances and innovative workshops, led by Nepal and local artists.
Outcome
Promotion and marketing of UCV to invite local to national audiences with support to different artisans.
Total Attendees: 500+

The inauguration of Unnati Cultural Village was a grand affair, featuring captivating dance, theatre, and music performances. The atmosphere resonated with the spirit of celebration as Fineprints hosted a Book Festival, introducing the talented writers behind all books published during the calendar of 2077 BS.
Outcome
The event marked the commencement of a year-long celebration, bringing together Nepali and local artists to lead various arts and crafts activities. The event was celebrated with more than 4000 audiences in the periphery of UCV.
Partner: Fineprint
Total Attendees: 4000+