MARK YOUR CALENDAR-

🕌 In the mood to explore Old Cairo? Join Athar Lina’s Spendthe Day in Khalifa for a tour through al-Khalifa on Friday, 19 December and Saturday, 20 December. The eventful weekend marks the finale of the Athar Lina Climate and Heritage Project — ERTH 2. Expect to learn about the heritage of al-Khalifa with narration from its very own residents alongside a trip to the Southern Cemetery. The event is at no charge — required pre-registration and full program details are available through this form.

HAPPENING THIS WEEK-

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.

Pop icon Tamer Hosny is bringing his biggest hits to the Abdeen Palace open air theater for a fundraising concert on Saturday, 20 December. Dress in black tie and formal evening wear for a fully seated night with the star live on stage. Tickets are available on Tazkarti.

HAPPENING LATER

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