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

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We hope you’re ready for an exciting weekend that’ll definitely keep you on your feet, whether it’s dancing or shopping because we’ve got it all. This weekend is overflowing with amazing and diverse music, like shows at the opera, Wegz’s concert, a music festival, and even a drum circle. Ahimsa is here to open you up to new things with Bachata dancing and pottery making. Of course, you’ll be getting your weekly dosage of humour with two stand-up comedy shows going on. Time to get the best out of Cairo before the Sahel season comes around, so dig right in!

Thursday

Bachata by the Nile at Ahimsa

Get ready to start your weekend with a romantic and groovy night dancing bachata while overlooking the Nile. Osama Mokbel will be at Ahimsa this Thursday, teaching how to move those feet right and have a good time. You don’t have to have a partner, and all levels are accepted.

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Kolthoumiat at Cairo Opera House

The Cairo Opera House will be giving a concert all about the good old days, featuring select popular pieces by the one and only icon of Arab music, Om Kalthoum. Don’t miss this night of powerful music.

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Grun Fete De La Musique

This weekend will be a celebration of both great music and environmental awareness, with the Grun Fete De La Musique music festival running this entire weekend. Don’t miss the assortment of diverse artists who’ll be filling the air at the beautiful venue, El Azhar Park, with their music. El Waili, Dina EL Wedidi, & Asia Madani are only a few of the artists you could catch this weekend! Does anything beat eco-consciously enjoying music?

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Summer Breeze Bazaar by LA Market

Summertime has rolled in, and Lydia Akram’s Modest Market at HydeOut is here to fill in all your last-minute needs for summer! You’ll find a wide selection of stylish and comfy modest clothing. If not for the shopping, you should go for the tasty bites too! The market will be on Thursday and Friday.

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Omar El Gamal Interactive Comedy Show

Set aside for a very special stage performance by Omar El-Gamal at Theatro Arkan this Thursday. If you think this is just like any other comedy show, guess again because it’s an interactive comedy show! You can interact with Omar Himself and influence the show, making it all the more intimate and the laughs that much louder! Don’t miss this unique experience guaranteed to get you rolling with laughter.

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Friday

3al Reek with Shahira wel Nas Khateera Room Garden City

This week’s night of musical talents taking over Room Art Space’s stage features the singer/songwriter Shahira! You might recognise that soothing voice from Cairokee’s “Kol Haga Betaady”, and you’re about to find out she has much more in store! Her great voice and lyrical playfulness on romance and social matters make her performances of her own music wildly entertaining, so don’t miss her at Room Garden City this Friday.

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Drum Circle Festival

Have all your negative energy dissipate with the beautiful get-together of a drum circle for some jamming, socialising, and definitely some fun! This Friday, don’t miss the Drum Circle Festival by Gussor Cultural Center, which will be running all day from 5 pm to 8:30 pm, meaning you’re free to choose which circle to attend.

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Wegz at Zed East

Everyone’s all-time favourite, it’s the man himself, Wegz, on stage at Zed East this Friday. We know “El Bakht” and “Bazet” have been stuck on your mind more than a few times, so it’s the chance to jam out loud to him! Run to TicketsMarches because tickets are selling out fast!

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Desert Aladdin Movie Night

It’s a truly magical Arabian night under the stars and hugged by the desert with Desert Adventure’s movie night “Aladdin” at the heart of the Wadi Degla Protectorate desert. Cosy up with your family or friends for this one-of-a-kind movie night. It’s a whole new world!

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Saturday

Stand-Up Comedy Night at Room New Cairo

Walk up to work with a smile left over from all the laughter you’ll have at Room New Cairo’s Stand-Up Comedy Night! Here to make you laugh is an exceptional group of comedians ready to lay down all their jokes on you, so don’t miss it!

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Oriental Jazz Night with Mina Erian at Room Garden City

Jazz lovers are invited to this night of jamming to come classic Arab oldies and underground songs with an oriental twist brought to you by Mina Erian and his guitar, Bass Guitarist Cherif Ramez, and the Electric Guitar of David Guirgis.

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Pottery Making at Ahimsa

Get your hands dirty and your artistic streak out while breathing in the refreshing air of the Nile at Ahimsa’s Pottery Making with Gamila for the most therapeutic experience.

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