The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

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We’ve got another weekend coming up, and thankfully, it’s a long one! Take extra time to relax and venture out into the city to see what’s going on. Here is a glimpse at what Cairo has to offer over the next few days:

Art & Culture

Omar Abdel Zaher at Safarkhan Art Gallery

In his first solo exhibition, “Once Upon a Time”, Omar Abdel Zaher brings the spirit of rural living to life. Originating from Aswan, Abdel Zaher’s works will be on display in Zamalek at the Safarkhan Art Gallery from the 20th of October to the 7th of November.

Working hours: 10 am to 9 pm (Closed on Sundays)

Contact via phone: +20 227353314

Via Safarkhan Art Gallery

Cairo International Art District

For the last month and until the 27th of October, Art D’Égypte has been curating an “art district” in downtown Cairo. Exhibitions include all sorts of contemporary art, from paintings and sculptures to video art and holograms!

Check out Facebook or Art D’Égypte for details.

Via Daily News Egypt

Concerts & Productions

Thursday

Strawberry Swing at Zamalek Theatre

Love Coldplay? Experience the wonder with one of the best tribute bands in the Middle East, Strawberry Swing, this Thursday night! Tickets cost 150LE, and the show starts at 7 pm!

Tickets

Via Egyptian Streets

Mostafa Atef at El Sawy Culturewheel

Celebrate the long weekend by singing along to Mostafa Atef’s spiritual and joyous melodies.

Tickets cost 50LE, and the show starts at 7:30 pm!

Tickets

Via Mostafa Atef

Friday

Cairokee at Hyde Park

Head to New Cairo this Friday for Cairokee’s live performance at Hyde Park! Sing, dance, and keep the party going with the beloved band.

Tickets

Via Cairokee

“Memories of a Lord” at Falaki Theatre

Three actors and a troupe of dancers take the stage at the AUC Cultural Center this Friday to present an intriguing tale of loss and leadership. Tickets cost 100LE, and the show starts at 8 pm!

See Facebook for more details.

Tickets

Via D-CAF

Nightlife

Thursday

Standup Comedy at ROOM Garden City

Standup starts this Thursday at 9 pm at the Room Art Space in Garden City. Performed by Mina Selim and Walid Khairy, this show will be interactive and entertaining! Tickets cost 150LE, and doors open at 8:30 pm.

Tickets

Via Room

Mobbz at The Atrium

For his first show at The Atrium in Maadi, DJ Mobbz will be performing his popular beats and bops this Thursday! So head to the bar to start your weekend off on the right foot!

For more details and other events, follow The Atrium.

Via The Atrium

Friday

Mofu and Dou at Cairo Jazz Club

This week’s Closed Circuit has a great lineup for you guys! Starting with upbeat tunes from DJ Mofu, DJ Dou will keep the party going to make sure everyone stays on their feet! The party starts at 8 pm.

See the rest of the weekend lineup online.

For reservations, message CJC on Facebook between 12 and 8 pm.

Via Cairo Jazz Club

Saturday

The Cairo Big Band Society at The Tap East

Round off the weekend in New Cairo as you jam and swing to the jazz tones of the Cairo Big Band Society.

See the rest of the weekend lineup online.

For reservations, call 01060000869.

Via Cairo Big Band

Workshops

Wednesday

Jewelry Making and Design at Art Cafe

From this week until November 17th, up your jewellery game by attending the design and production workshop at Art Cafe in Maadi or Sheikh Zayed. Classes run each Wednesday for three hours, for a total of five sessions. The total program costs 1750 LE.

For more details and other classes, see Art Cafe.

Via Art Cafe

Friday

Belly Dance Workshop at Cairo Contemporary Dance Center

Need to work on your belly moves? This is your shot! Beginner Belly Dancing classes take place every Wednesday from 7:30 to 9 pm at the CCDC. Choose to do one lesson for 200LE or four for 700LE.

See Facebook for more details.

Via CCDC