MARK YOUR CALENDAR-

✍️ Al Rawi Storyteller Awards for storytelling officially returns for its second year, celebrating creative content in various forms. This year’s competition brings categories in short- and long-form digital content, short films, photography, scriptwriting, monologue video, culinary video, music, and art. This is your chance to be part of a movement that encourages emerging young talent and their passions for storytelling. The awards ceremony will be announced at a later date but submissions will open in December.

HAPPENING THIS WEEK-

Get your dose of laughter with The ComedyBunch at CJC 610 this Tuesday, 21 October. Don’t miss out on punchlines from comedians Omar Kint, Mina Selim, Nouran Waly, Jimmy, and Ahmad Emad. You can get your tickets from CJC 610’s website.

CJC 610’s Wednesday Night Live is turning up the energy with Amira Adeeb, Zaid Khaled, DJ duo Issa & Assouad this Wednesday, 22 October. Expect a night full of fresh sounds and great vibes. You can grab your tickets from CJC 610’s website.

This one’s for the readers: The Luxor Book Fair returns for its fourth year, running until Friday, 24 October. Up for a trip over the weekend? Don’t miss the fair’s wide selection of books and the special program including poetry readings, literary discussions, workshops and musical performances at the city of 100 gates.

HAPPENING LATER-

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.

Cairokee live? Unmissable. The superband is back for another unforgettable night at El Malahy Arena on Friday, 24 October. Sing your heart out to their culture-defining anthems and grab your tickets now on Ticketsmarché before they sell out.

Attention Cairo runners: Early bird registration is now open for Cairo Marathon2026, happening on 6 February, 2026. Claim your spot through Cairo Runners’ website — tickets available until 30 January, 2026.

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