Ghode Jatra

Ghode Jatra, or the Horse Racing Day, falls in the month of Chaitra (late March or early April). A grand horse parade takes place at Tundikhel, the central point of the city. According to folklore, this festival is organized to celebrate the victory over a demon named Tundi who resides over the meadow, today known as Tundikhel. When Tundi met his death, people rejoiced by dancing on his body with horses. People believe that the clamor of horses' hooves during Ghode Jatra at Tundikhel deters the demon's spirit, which still threatens to ruin the city. This year, Gode Jatra is going to be celebrated on 16 Chaitra 2081, as 29 March 2025.