MARK YOUR CALENDAR-

? Calling all art enthusiasts: Cairo International Art District is back. Art D’Égypte’s special production brings a diverse lineup of artists across restored heritage venues in Downtown Cairo. CIAD is open access to the public at Kodak Passageway until Sunday, 2 November and at the Shourbagy Building until Sunday, 16 November, with only Mondays off.

HAPPENING THIS WEEK-

The Downtown Contemporary Arts Festival is back and running until Sunday, 26 October, bringing Cairo to the forefront through a series of performances, panel discussions, and workshops. Don’t miss out on the unique Tim Etchells-directed performance L’Addition with duo Bert and Nasi showing tonight and on Thursday, 16 October at Rawabet Art Space. Book your spot on Ticketsmarché.

Attention Cairo runners: Early bird registration is now open for Cairo Marathon2026, happening on 6 February, 2026. Claim your spot through Cairo Runners’ website before early bird registration closes tonight, or grab regular tickets available until 30 January, 2026.

Up for some classic drama? The iconic musical Oliver is taking the stage for the first time in Egypt at Theatro Arkan from Thursday, 16 October to Saturday, 18 October. Enjoy the Dickens-inspired musical production by Fabrica. You can book your spot on Ticketsmarché.

Honor the 50th anniversary of Umm Kulthum’s passing with a musical produced by El Adl Group Studios at The Theater. Experience the legend’s life story through this special musical showing on Thursday, 16 October and Friday, 17 October. Tickets are available on Ticketsmarché.

HAPPENING LATER-

Gear up for a night of laughter at Theatro Arkan with Ali Quandil’s Accept Laugh Interact this Friday, 24 October. Join in on the interactive comedy experience and get your tickets on Ticketsmarché.

Run for a cause: Join Cairo Runners and Bupa Egypt for Breast Cancer Run on Friday, 24 October at District 5. Be part of breast cancer awareness month and support the spirit of resilient women all over the world. Registration is required at no cost — claim your spot here.

Grammy-nominee Ibrahim Maalouf is coming to Egypt as part of his tribute tour, marking the 10th anniversary of his acclaimed album Kalthoum. Catch the Lebanese producer and trumpeter this winter at New Capital’s Concert Hall as he honors the late legend Umm Kulthum on Saturday, 20 December. You can get your tickets now on Ticketsmarché.

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