Kathmandu Festival Sydney 2026: 1974 AD, tickets, transport and what to expect

Kathmandu Festival comes to Sydney’s Hordern Pavilion on Saturday, 3 October 2026, with Nepal’s 1974 AD headlining the RockYatra Tour. The all-ages event starts at 6pm and combines live music with Nepali food, culture and community. The Hordern currently lists tickets from A$69.99, with family and premium options also advertised.

Last verified: 20 September 2026 against Hordern Pavilion, Entertainment Quarter, AXS and Transport for NSW.

What is Kathmandu Festival Sydney 2026?

Kathmandu Festival is a Nepali cultural and music event presented by Roteping Entertainment at Hordern Pavilion, 1 Driver Avenue, Moore Park. The organisers describe it as a celebration of Nepali identity, music, food and community, designed for families, friends and the wider Sydney community.

The headline act is 1974 AD, one of Nepal’s best-known rock bands. Their Sydney appearance forms part of the 2026 RockYatra Australian tour, which also includes Perth, Canberra, Brisbane, Newcastle, Melbourne and Adelaide.

For international residents in Sydney, this is not only a concert. It is a chance to experience a major part of contemporary Nepali culture alongside food and community activities in one of the city’s best-known live-music venues.

When and where is Kathmandu Festival?

The Hordern listing says the festival brings together authentic Nepali cuisine, cultural experiences and live entertainment. Entertainment Quarter also describes it as an event intended to connect generations and celebrate Nepal’s heritage in Sydney.

How much are Kathmandu Festival tickets?

The Hordern currently lists the following advertised prices. Availability can change, so check the live ticket page before travelling or making plans.

• Tickets from: A$69.99
• Family Pass: A$239.99
• VIP: A$255

The venue also advertises a VVIP package with early-access soundcheck, a drink voucher, a VIP bar lane and a signed artist lanyard. That product is restricted to people aged 18 and over.

The Hordern’s current event listing says AXS is its authorised ticket seller. The safest option is to use the ticket link directly from the official Hordern Pavilion event page rather than buying through an unfamiliar resale site.

Who are 1974 AD?

1974 AD are a Nepali rock band whose music blends rock with Nepali folk influences. The Hordern programme highlights songs including Yo Mann Ta Mero Nepali Ho, Gurasai Fulyo, Hidda Hiddai, Parelima, Sambodhan and Chudaina Timro Mayale.

The band’s RockYatra tour celebrates more than three decades of music. For members of Sydney’s Nepali community, many of these songs have a strong cross-generational connection. For people encountering Nepali music for the first time, the festival offers an accessible introduction through a large live show rather than a specialist cultural programme.

How do you get to Hordern Pavilion?

Transport for NSW recommends public transport for Moore Park. The L2 Randwick and L3 Kingsford light-rail lines stop at Moore Park, a short walk from the Entertainment Quarter and Hordern Pavilion. Services normally run every 5 to 15 minutes.

Walking from Central Station is also possible. Transport for NSW estimates the route to Moore Park at about 2.3 kilometres, or 20 to 25 minutes, using the Devonshire Street exit and Albert “Tibby” Cotter Walkway.

Saturday 3 October falls during a busy Sydney long-weekend period and Transport for NSW has already listed planned trackwork on parts of the network that day. Check the Trip Planner shortly before leaving, particularly if your journey depends on suburban rail before connecting to light rail.

If you drive, Entertainment Quarter has a multi-storey car park. Event-day conditions and prices can differ from normal parking rates, so public transport is generally the simpler option for a busy Moore Park evening.

Is Kathmandu Festival accessible?

Hordern Pavilion says a designated accessible viewing platform is available for this event. It lists support for wheelchair users, people needing minimal-step seating, and guests with vision or hearing access requirements. Reserved seating is also available for people with mobility needs.

People who need accessible or companion arrangements should contact the venue before the event rather than waiting until arrival, because the exact seating setup and ticket process can depend on the event configuration.

Is the festival worth attending if you are not Nepali?

Yes, particularly if you enjoy international music or want to experience one of Sydney’s diaspora communities through a large public cultural event. The event is explicitly built around music, food, identity and community rather than assuming that every visitor already knows the artists or cultural references.

That makes it a useful choice for newcomers to Sydney who want something more distinctive than a standard arena concert, while still having the straightforward logistics of a major established venue.

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Official information and booking

Check the official Hordern Pavilion event page for live ticket availability and final event updates. Entertainment Quarter also has a Kathmandu Festival visitor page, while Transport for NSW provides current Moore Park transport guidance.

Frequently asked questions

When is Kathmandu Festival Sydney 2026?

Saturday, 3 October 2026. The Hordern Pavilion listing gives a 6pm door and start time.

Where is it?

Hordern Pavilion at 1 Driver Avenue, Moore Park, in Sydney’s Entertainment Quarter.

Is Kathmandu Festival all ages?

Yes. The main event is listed as licensed all ages. The venue notes that the VVIP package is restricted to people aged 18 and over.

How much are tickets?

The venue currently lists tickets from A$69.99, a family pass at A$239.99 and VIP at A$255. Check the official event page for live availability and any updated prices.

What is the easiest way to get there?

L2 or L3 light rail to Moore Park