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Pahacharey (or Pāhān Charhe) is a traditional Newari festival celebrated in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal, primarily by the Newar community. The festival, which means "inviting guests" in Nepal Bhasa, usually falls in the month of Chaitra (March-April) and lasts for three days. It is particularly significant for the Newars of Kathmandu and Lalitpur.

During Pahacharey, families invite their married daughters and relatives for feasts, strengthening social bonds. The festival is also marked by religious rituals, cultural performances, and processions of deities, such as the idol of Lumadhi Ajima (a form of Goddess Durga) being taken around different neighborhoods. In addition, different localities in Kathmandu organize their own jatras (processions) with masked dances and traditional music.

One of the highlights of the festival is the "Ghode Jatra," a horse-riding event held in Tundikhel, Kathmandu, which is believed to drive away evil spirits. The festival reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Newar people, emphasizing community ties, spirituality, and celebration.