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SPORTS-

Watch the African Cup on the big screen: Mivida is hosting The Stadium, screening Afcon matches. The Lake District is within arm’s reach in case you need to fuel up before or after the matches. More of a doer? The Stadium is also hosting sports activities you can partake in. You can book your tickets through Ticketsmarche.

FOOD-

Why go to Dubai Village when the Walk of Cairo has a day of street foods. This one-day street food and tasting event is starting at 12pm this weekend on Friday, 26 January and will bring together artisanal, farm and comfort food from all of the best bites around. There will also be activities and entertainment for the kiddos — all you have to do is bring yourself.

ART-

Motion Art Gallery’s posthumous exhibition for artist Mahmoud Moussa is a must-visit. The artist’s iconic sculptures are on display in the gallery in Zamalek, everyday except Fridays until 5 February. That’s sooner than you think, so head on over tomorrow or mark it down.

EVENTS-

Take the kids and head on over to Theatro Arkan on Saturday for the Circus Show. If you get there at 1:30pm you’ll find a variety of acts to enjoy, including a clown performance, a magician show, bicycle balance feats, and a host of activities to keep you entertained. Book your spot here.

Photographers, videographers, and cinematographers: The Nikon Z-series camera is making its debut in Egypt. The Nikon Festival is taking place at The Warehouse this Saturday, giving you the chance to check out their newest hardware. Step into their Experience Zone to try the camera in different settings. All you need is your SD card, so you can take your creations home with you. You can bring your own Nikon, but other brands won’t be allowed into the venue. Register here.

BOOKS-

The Cairo International Book Fair opens its doors today, and will be running until Tuesday, 6 February. The event is open to the general public from 10am to 8pm, except Thursday and Friday, when their doors will close at 9pm. The fair is taking place at the Egypt International Exhibitions Center in the Fifth Settlement, New Cairo.

MUSIC-

Warm up your vocal cords, gang. Karaoke Night is back at ROOM Art Space and Cafe. ROOM’s doors are open every Tuesday through to 27 February for you and your friends to belt out your favorite tunes, starting at 8pm and ending at 10pm. You can reserve your spot here.

FOOD-

If you missed the cheese fondue brunch at Villa Belle Epoque you can plan to be there tomorrow.This takes place every Monday and Wednesdayuntil 28 February from 2-6pm. The meal is reservation only. Click here to find out how to book your spot.

Indulge your Mexican cravings at Cairo Jazz Club’s Taco Tuesday next Tuesday, 30 January from 7pm. Gather your work buddies or friends and enjoy a night of unlimited tacos and cool drinks. For reservations message their Facebook page.

ART-

Picasso Art Gallery has opened its doors to solo exhibitionist Hicham Rahma. Each of his paintings will exhibit “mixed tales with rich folkloric elements” with “magical strangeness and astonishing interaction.” This exhibition opens from 11am to 9pm, except for Sundays, until Friday, 2 February. Click here for more information.

PHOTOGRAPHY-

The Fujifilm festival starts next Thursday, 1 February, and runs until Sunday, 4 February. You’ll have four full days of activities, meetups, and talks, as well as a photography contest and an exhibition that you can partake in. You can bring your camera along to get a gratuitous CMOS and lens cleaning and check out the GFX 100 ii Studio on-site. Fujifilm X-Photographers and creators will be there too — don’t miss out on the networking potential. Check out their Facebook page for more information.

LATER-

SHOPPING-

Cairo Vintage Souq is back with more old finds for you to scavenge. Bring your thrifting skills to Al Ismaelia venue in Downtown Cairo from 12pm till 9pm on Saturday, 3 February to get the best retro and vintage finds. For more information go to their instagram page.

MUSIC-

End the month on the dance floor at Cairo Jazz Club’s Wednesday Night Live event next Wednesday, 31 January from 9pm. The night will have Riffs sha’bi tunes, El Waili with his top hits, and Donia Wael for soothing wrap up. Message their Facebook page for reservations.

Hamza Namira will be dropping his album at a concert hosted by ZED park on Friday, 9 February at 8pm. The park’s gates will open at 2pm but the concert gates will open later at 6pm. You can get your tickets here, with the option of regular standing, VIP standing, or VIP seated.

POETRY-

Amr Hassan will be performing at El Sawy Culturewheel for their annual end of winter show. Alongside his band, he will perform two concerts on Friday, 16 February, one at 3:30pm and one at 7pm. Find out more here.

SPORTS-

The Cairo Half Marathon is taking place in just over a month: Mark your calendars for Friday, 1 March, and start stretching. Cairo Runners is bringing back a fan favorite, offering 5km, 10km, and 21km runs as well as a Family Run. Tickets are available until 27 February, giving you ample time to convince seven of your friends to join, which will get a 10% reduction in price when you register.

COMMUNITY SERVICE-

Join Wadi Ibex on their Wadi Degla clean up event on Saturday, 9 March. All you have to do is wear your trainers, sunglasses, and refillable water bottles and head down to Wadi Degla Protectorate at 10am. You can sign up here.

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