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

via Funk n Pop

The weather is getting warmer, and we are about to come out of our long hibernation soon. So, to celebrate the end of the winter and the fact that we now only need two layers of clothing instead of four, we have gathered some events that will force you to leave the house and have some warm fun in the sun. 

Thursday 

Denis Horvat, Konstantin Sibold & Aly Goede at Cairo Jazz Club 610 

You simply can’t miss this week’s impulse night at CJC 610. Denis Horvat and Konstantin Sibold will perform a B2B set, meaning electronic beats will take over the venue. On warm-up duty is none other than Egypt’s very own Aly Goede. 

For reservations, send CJC 610 a FB message between 12-8 PM.

Big Bang Standup Comedy Night at Room Art Space Garden City

Start the weekend with a good laugh from this incredible lineup of comedians heading to Room Art Space Garden City this Thursday. The lineup includes Mohamed Hassanien, Ahmed Magdy, Seif El Gammal, Ahmed Salem, Mohamed Sanad and more. 

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What the Hell am I Doing Here? At Al Falaki Theatre

If you say you have never asked yourself this question, well then, you are lucky you have never had an existential crisis. In case you have, though, come watch the choreography of Carol Ackad as she tries to reveal the answers through movement and contemporary dance. 

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Zai & Hazem at Odin The Pool House

Party by the pool with Zai and Hazem, who will turn it up at Odin the Pool House this Thursday. 

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Josh Gigante & Assem at Tempo Egy

You have seen him perform at Qatar’s World Cup final, and he is heading to Egypt for a lit party that awaits you at Temp Egy. Assem will also be taking the decks later that night. Don’t forget that the party starts at 7 pm and heavy door selection is applied.

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Wellness Retreat with Leo by Osana Wellness

Powerful facilitator Leo Oppenheim from the UK and resident Janna El Borno will guide you through numerous practices to create a container for you to experience openness and powerful vulnerability over three days. Leo and Janna will work together with different techniques and practices, including Holotropic & Sea Breathwork, Dharma and Acro yoga, Sound Healing and Osho dynamic meditation.

Friday 

Funk n Pop

Let’s get funky! Funk N Pop is calling for you to come relax, eat, drink, dance and unwind at your favourite daytime hangout destination. This year, they’re featuring delicious food vendors, a marketplace, two stages filled with great artists, and much more! So don’t miss it this Friday at Mohamed Ali Palace.

Afro Beats & Reggaeton Night at Cairo Jazz Club 610

Shake it till midnight this Friday with some upbeat Afro and Reggaeton from the crowd’s favourite, Bubblegum Kollectiv. We promise you won’t be able to get off the dance floor. 

For reservations, send CJC 610 a FB message between 12-8 PM.

Grill Set Up at Ezbet El Naim 

The weather is getting warmer which means you need some fun in the sun. Grill Set Up is this Friday with more food, drinks and fun than you can dream of. So come enjoy the sun’s warmth with a tasty burger slider, taco or nacho in one hand and a Red Bull cocktail in another. 

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Shababco Vol. 6 at Walk Of Cairo

This weekend holds the ultimate shopping experience. Shababco’s volume 6 will take place on the 24th and 25th of February at Walk of Cairo. The event includes bazaars to sift through all your favourite local brands as well as exciting performances by 20 artists, such as Egyptian producer and artist El Waili and Arabic pop duo Disco Misr.

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Hamza Namira at The Marquee 

If you grew up singing Hamza Namira’s songs, you need to be at his concert this Friday. Relive all your favourite childhood memories as you listen to his music at The Marquee. 

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Mohamed Abozekry at Rawabet Art Space 

The oud player and composer Mohamed Abozekry will showcase his latest composition this Friday at Rawabet Art Space. Enjoy his unique mix between jazz and oriental beats. 

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Charlie at Theatro Arkan 

You have probably heard of Charlie Chaplin, but we bet you don’t know much about his life. This musical revolves around his life and displays the human side of him that wasn’t always apparent on camera. 

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Oriental Bakeries at The Cooking School

How many movies have you watched with people taking cooking classes together and wished you could do that too? You can now experience the feeling and learn a couple more dishes to add to your kitchen with the help of The Cooking School. This Friday, learn to make some tasty oriental bakeries like Grissini, Menen, and brioche with ajwa. 

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Darb Community Bazaar at Darb 15’

Looking for an opportunity to showcase your brand? Darb Community Bazaar is happening this Friday, and a number of local brands will be presenting their best pieces there. Remember to DM them in case you want to join as a vendor. 

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From Waste To Good Taste at The Factory

The Factory is hosting this year’s From Waste to Good Taste, the grand sustainable design event dedicated to generating ways for old clothes to have a second chance at life. It’ll be filled with food, music, and, most importantly, ideas for sustainable and environmentally friendly fashion! So don’t miss out, and apply now! 

For more information, click here.

Saturday 

Disco-Tech at Cairo Jazz Club 610

Satisfy your music cravings this Saturday with this crazy lineup that awaits you at CJC 610. The lineup includes Toola, Moenes, Mazen A, K-Sab and more! The party starts at 2 pm, and expect some vendors to be selling some cool merch.

For reservations, send CJC 610 a FB message between 12-8 PM.

Paint & Sip at Hyde Park 

We’ve got more fun date ideas for couples who are looking for new things to do this weekend. Paint and Sip is definitely one of the most romantic things you can do with your significant other. So come paint, drink, and munch on tasty Greek food at White and Blue. All art supplies will be provided at the venue. 

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Comedy Stuff at Rawabet Art Space

Join the fun at Rawabet Art Space this Saturday as a crazy lineup of insanely talented comedians will help you end your weekend on a good note. The lineup includes some of the biggest names in the scene, like Ahmed Salem (Open Act), Shehab El Ashry, Salma Al Najar, Ahmed Magdy, Ghada Salah, Tawfik El Menshawy and Hassan Hossam.

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