1st iNTERNATIONAL SAGA DAWA RUNNING FESTIVAL may 10-11, 2025 & HIMALAYAN ARTS SYMPOSIUM MAY 12-18, 2025

A man is running on a paved road near a barricaded section, possibly during a marathon or similar event. He wears bright neon green shorts, a blue shirt, and tall green compression socks. Nearby, blue barricades display the logo of Standard Chartered, and flowers line the pavement.
A man is running on a paved road near a barricaded section, possibly during a marathon or similar event. He wears bright neon green shorts, a blue shirt, and tall green compression socks. Nearby, blue barricades display the logo of Standard Chartered, and flowers line the pavement.
A group of people is participating in a running event on a city street, with a tall monument in the background. Tents and barriers line the street, and trees are visible on the left side. The weather appears partly cloudy.
A group of people is participating in a running event on a city street, with a tall monument in the background. Tents and barriers line the street, and trees are visible on the left side. The weather appears partly cloudy.
A group of runners, wearing numbered bibs, participate in a street race lined with palm trees. The scene is lively, with diverse participants including a person on a handcycle. The road is marked with orange cones, and spectators are visible in the background.
A group of runners, wearing numbered bibs, participate in a street race lined with palm trees. The scene is lively, with diverse participants including a person on a handcycle. The road is marked with orange cones, and spectators are visible in the background.
Marathon Race

Join the marathon and experience the cultural journey.

50$
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Half Marathon

Participate in the half marathon and enjoy local culture.

40$
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11 km Race

Run 11 km and explore beautiful Buddhist monasteries nearby.

30$
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Event Location

Experience the beauty of Solukhumbu while participating in a unique running festival celebrating the Saga Dawa festival.

Salleri

Salleri, Solukhumbu, Nepal

Hours

8 AM - 5 PM

woman wearing yellow long-sleeved dress under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

An unforgettable experience, blending running with cultural insights and Buddhist teachings in a beautiful setting.

Tenzin Wangdi

A group of people, including runners and a photographer, move along a city street during a public running event. Some participants wear race bibs, while a young woman appears to jog beside them. One man carries a professional camera, suggesting a documentative purpose. The background features blurred spectators and elements of urban scenery.
A group of people, including runners and a photographer, move along a city street during a public running event. Some participants wear race bibs, while a young woman appears to jog beside them. One man carries a professional camera, suggesting a documentative purpose. The background features blurred spectators and elements of urban scenery.

The race beautifully showcased Sherpa traditions, while promoting Buddhist philosophy through a unique running festival.

Karma Lhamo

A large group of runners compete in a race on a city street lined with trees. Many are wearing athletic gear with numbered bibs, suggesting an organized event or marathon. The background features a gas station and street signs, indicating an urban environment.
A large group of runners compete in a race on a city street lined with trees. Many are wearing athletic gear with numbered bibs, suggesting an organized event or marathon. The background features a gas station and street signs, indicating an urban environment.
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Festival

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