Nepal Hosting the 15th Edition of Enfield Rendezvous & Poker Run

Nepal is set to host the 15th edition of the legendary Enfield Rendezvous & Poker Run on April 13-14 as part of the vibrant celebrations for Nepali New Year 2082 BS, Nepal Tourism Board stated in a press release. With engines roaring toward the picturesque city of Pokhara, this event promises to be a grand spectacle of adventure tourism, motorcycling culture, and international camaraderie.

The event, with Sacred Summits Pvt Ltd as the organizer, has grown exponentially from its humble beginnings in 2009 with just 22 participants, into Nepal’s most iconic and widely celebrated motorcycling festival. The NTB said it is proud to support and promote this flagship event as a key highlight in Nepal’s adventure tourism calendar.
 

“This is more than just a ride—it’s a celebration of community, culture, and the spirit of exploration,” said Deepak Raj Joshi, CEO of the NTB. “The Enfield Rendezvous & Poker Run not only promotes adventure tourism but also showcases Nepal’s scenic beauty, vibrant hospitality, and growing appeal as a premier motorcycling destination.”

The event has seen participation from national and international motorcycle enthusiasts, including Royal Enfield Clubs from Australia, Germany, India and Nepal, as well as personalities such as Lia Grimanis, holder of two world records, and Charlie Bear, a traveling teddy from Arizona, USA. It has been featured in all major Nepali media and widely promoted across global social platforms.

The upcoming 15th edition anticipates more than 300 riders from cities including Kathmandu, Pokhara, Biratnagar, Dharan, Birganj, Chitwan, Lumbini, Nepalgunj, Surkhet and Janakpur, along with expats and touring international bikers from across the Indian subcontinent—from Mumbai and Bangalore to Darjeeling, Shillong, and Guwahati.

Participants will not only ride but also compete in signature contests such as:

Best Enfield (Original Design)

Best Customized Enfield

Best Supporting Woman Rider

Longest Distance Rider

Senior Citizen’s Award

Hard Luck Award for the motorcycle with the most breakdowns

A cornerstone of the event is the Charity Ride on April 13, which will benefit 25-plus underprivileged schoolgirls (ages 6–22) from the Annapurna Children’s Home, through the donation of stationery, art materials, sports equipment and financial aid—underscoring the ride’s commitment to social impact.

With each passing year, the Poker Run has grown in scope, spirit and social engagement—becoming a movement that brings together bikers, travelers, and change-makers under one powerful ride, according to the release.

NTB has invited all motorcycle lovers and thrill-seekers to join the milestone 15th edition—where the journey is just as exhilarating as the destination.