MARK YOUR CALENDAR-
? Paying homage to the legendary Lebanese composer Ziad Rahbani, Cairo Jazz Festival is wrapping up with a tribute concert at AUC Tahrir on Friday, 7 November. In an orchestra led by Wagdy El Fiwy, artists Hazem Shaheen, Hany Adel, Rana Haggag, Nouran Abutaleb, and Alya Nada will be performing a powerful blend of symphonic arrangements with Rahbani’s timeless music. You can secure your spot on Ticketsmarché.
HAPPENING THIS WEEK-
CJC 610’s Komedy Koshk is back to brighten up your week with quality humor and infectious energy. Catch Ahmed Magdy, Mohamed Farghaly, the Zalabya Musical duo, and Paula Rizk this Tuesday, 28 October. You can get your tickets on CJC’s website.
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, 30 October and Friday, 31 October. Tickets are available on Ticketsmarché.
Get ready for your favorite summit: Sync Summit is back, taking place at O West for three consecutive days on Thursday, 30 October, Friday, 31 October, and Saturday, 1 November. This year’s theme Creative Range brings impactful talks, workshops, curated portfolio reviews, and hands-on labs, with leading voices from all creative industries. Don’t miss out on the chance to learn and grow as a creative — get your tickets on Ticketsmarché.
HAPPENING LATER-
From Beirut to Sheikh Zayed, comedy show Leffi Beena Ya Dunya is landing at CJC 610. A show you won’t want to miss, comedy trio Mohammad Dayekh, Hussein Kaouk, and Hussein Dayekh will be bringing the laughs on Monday, 3 November and Tuesday, 4 November. Book your spot through CJC’s website or on Ticketsmarché.
In the mood to party by the Pyramids? On Friday, 19 December, world-famous Dutch DJ and producer Tiësto is coming back to Egypt for a solo show at the Giza Plateau. Once voted “the greatest DJ of all time,” Tiësto will surely make this upcoming show one to remember. Tickets are available on Ticket Egypt.
Attention Cairo runners: Registration is now open for Cairo Marathon, happening on 6 February 2026. Claim your spot through Cairo Runners’ website — tickets available until 30 January 2026.