Namche Youth Group’s 25th Anniversary

Namche Youth Group’s Silver Jubilee & Mount Everest Day Celebration

This year marks a historic milestone for the Namche Youth Group, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary of dedication to youth empowerment, cultural preservation, environmental conservation, and community development.

To commemorate this special occasion, we are hosting a three-day celebration full of exciting events, coinciding with the internationally recognized Mount Everest Day. We cordially invite locals, trekkers, and international visitors to join us in Namche Bazar for this unforgettable event.

Celebration Highlights:

Day 1: May 27, 2025.

• Everest Sky Race – 12Km High-Altitude Challenge

  • Prepare for an exciting race through the heart of the Everest region!
  • Route: From Namche Bazaar Gate, take the Thame trail to Shyangboche, then to Khunde, Khumjung, Kyangjuma, and back to Namche Bazaar.
  • Start time: 7:00 AM sharp.

• Open Volleyball Competition.

  • Teams from across the Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality compete for the championship.
  • Registration and Details:
    • Mr. Lama Kazi Sherpa, the Sports Coordinator, 9842939444

• Shebru Dance Competition.

  • Celebrate Sherpa culture with this graceful, traditional dance competition for women and youth groups from all over the region.

• Children’s dance competition

  • A stage for young dancers to showcase their abilities.
  • Registration and Details:
    • Mr. Chimi Kalden Sherpa, the Cultural Coordinator, 9852850019

• Art Competition for Schoolchildren

  • A chance for young artists to express their creativity.
  • Contact our partner and sponsor.
    • Mr. Tsedam Sherpa – Home Away from Home, 9803516959.

Day 2: May 28, 2025—Finals of All Competitions

• Venue: Namche School
• Final rounds of all competitions took place on May 27th.

Day 3: May 29, 2025—Closing Ceremony & Cultural Extravaganza

• Time: from 6:00 PM onward
• Venue: Namche School Compound.
• Highlights:
  • Prize distribution
  • Performances by Shebru and Children’s Dance Competition winners
  • Cultural and musical performances by well-known national artists.

Join the celebration!

This is more than just an event; it honors youth empowerment, cultural heritage, and the adventurous spirit of the Khumbu region. Whether you are a local, a trekker, a mountaineer, or a mountain enthusiast, we cordially invite you to join us in remembering the past, celebrating the present, and inspiring the future.