The Nepal Festival 2023 came to a conclusion on Saturday, November 18th with a thunderous celebration of diversity and cultural richness that left a lasting impression on everyone who attended. The festival this year, which took place at Bellevue College, exceeded all expectations by attracting a sizable and varied crowd to lively cultural exhibits and delicious food.

In its eighth year, the festival presented live music, dance performances, and traditional arts to highlight the essence of Nepal. The event was a huge success and provided an unparalleled platform for cross-cultural interaction and community involvement.

We express gratitude to all artists, volunteers, supporters, and attendees who contributed to making the Nepal Festival 2023 a tremendous success:

Artists: Adam Bidema, Anastasia Roderick, Anjana Aryal, Anna Shustrova, Anushree Koirala, Ava Maharjan, Avinaya Neupane, Benita Rai, Bijay Gurung, Bikash Limbu, Bina Prajapati, Chandra Subba, Ira Maharjan, Lumana Shrestha, Lunisa Shrestha, Palpasa Manandhar, Rabin Prajapati, Ram Hari Prajapati, Raman Shakya, Rikal Prajapati, Roshani Sahukhala, Samir Dangol, Sanjarina Shrestha, Sanjeev Shrestha, Shyam Nepali, Snaha Rai, Sofiya Dhumana, Somu Subba, Subhash Ram Prajapati, Sujata Rai, Suraj Ranjitkar, Susan Prajapati, Tej Prajapati, Tulsi Maya Prajapati, Upasana Shakya
Volunteers: Anil Dangol, Amod Koirala, Arjun Prajapati, Deependra Dhakal, Dinesh Dhakal, Dineshwar Shrestha, Dipika Shakya, Hatice Sena Koyun, Monica Shrestha, Parina Shakya, Rojen Shahi, Sagun Karmacharya, Shakeel Shrestha, Sophie Reingold, Sujan Man Manandhar, Sunil Joshi
Supporters/Community Partners: 206 Burger Company, 4 Culture, Annapurna Cafe, Bellevue College, City of Bellevue, Dance Mandal, Fine Artists Group of Washington (FAGoW), Indian-Nepali Kitchen, Kastoori Grill, Newah Organization of America – Seattle, Seattle Chocolates Company
Program Manager: Chetana Shakya Prajapati
Program Director: Subhash Ram Prajapati

For a visual journey through the Nepal Festival 2023, check out our highlights video here, photos here and here. More videos are on the way. Stay tuned for updates on future events and join us as we continue to weave the threads of cultural harmony.