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RAMADANIYAT-

The iconic Taghmisa experience is back. If you missed it last year (or the last eight years), there’s no reason to worry. This unconventional Ramadan tent features experimental Middle Eastern cuisine (we’ve been craving their sobya latte since last year) and continuous live performances that will keep you entertained all night long. You can reserve a table here, picking between suhoor from 10:30pm-1am if you’re an early bird or 1-3am if you intend to head home at dawn.

Have iftar and suhoor beneath the night sky at the Citadel of Salah El Din.Sawa is curating a must-try experience at this historic site with culinary expertise from Carlo’s and Le Pacha. You can choose between having iftar from 5:30-8:30pm and suhoor from 10pm-2am starting tomorrow night. Tickets are selling out fast despite the steep price of EGP 2.4k per person (excluding taxes), so grab yours while you can.

Qahwet WOC is back this year for your Ramadan nights out starting tomorrow.Walk of Cairo is collaborating with Topaz Restaurant to fill every night with live performances throughout the Holy Month, including a Mawlaweya show, a tanoura show, board games, and a traveling Mesaharaty. You can head down there any time during Ramadan from 8pm to 2am.

Layalina is launching tonight at Zed Park, with Nouran AbuTaleb providing her mellow sounds for company. Tomorrow, Layalina will have Hana Yousy providing the entertainment for the night. Their extensive menu, which includes drinks, cold and hot mezzahs, and mini sandwiches, is going to make sure you’re ready for your fast. You can snag spots for two, four, five, or eight people. Like any authentic suhoor experience, Layalina expects you there well into the night, opening its doors at 11:30pm.

Layalina is also going to East Cairo. Layalina has extended their stay at El Baron Palace adding four additional dates to choose from. The Sharmoofers will be bringing you a night of tradition and entertainment under the stars on the opening night. The menu will be the same as our West-siders, but those attending at El Baron have a larger selection of seating. You can choose between lounges, tables, and high table seats here.

Can’t keep track of which suhoor tent is up when? Layaly HydeOut is making it easy for you — they’re open all month. HekaytnaHelwa is launching this Saturday at Hyde Park, opening its doors at 10pm. In addition to a set Suhoor menu, weekdays feature oud and takht sharqi music, and weekends will host superstar performers who are yet to be identified. Tickets from 16-20 March are available now, retailing for EGP 800 per seat.

Skip the reservations and take a walk after iftar at Mamsha Ahl Misr’s ‘Qahwet ElMamsha’ where every Thursday and Friday you get to immerse yourself in the festive spirit with board games and a lively entertainment schedule throughout the holy month.

Footloose brings the magic of Ramadan at Wadi Campwhere the desert comes alive with traditional festivities and cherished traditions under the starry night sky. From mesmerizing Tanoura shows to sumptuous iftar feasts and late-night suhoor meals, immerse yourself in the spirit of the season. Enjoy movie nights under the open sky, engage in a variety of activities including volleyball and card games, and gather around the bonfire for shared stories and laughter. Reserve your spot through their number on their Facebook page.

Qahrawya are back again with their Ramadan ‘Iftours’where you get to stroll through the bustling streets and ancient wonders of Cairo iconic landmarks as well as indulge in its delicious dishes. The Salah al-Din Citadel and the labyrinthine alleys of Khan el-Khalili will be included in the tour. Their dates are Wednesday, 20 March in Downtown and Thursday, 28 March for the Mounira x Garden City tour. Saturday, 30 March will be in Zamalek and Thursday, 4 April will be in City of the Dead. To book your spot, message them on their Facebook page.

MUSIC-

Witness some of the last remaining Zar practitioners in Egypt. The Mazaher ensemble shares their tradition with audiences with two concerts every Wednesday at Makan. Reach out by the email or Whatsapp number provided on the page to experience the spiritual poly-rhythmic drumming and vocals practiced in Upper Egypt. Note that taking photos and/or videos is prohibited during the performance.

ENTERTAINMENT-

Konafa Comedy Night at ROOM GardenCity’s is giving you some comic relief tonight. With a lineup of eight comedians, you’re in for a night of laughs, with doors opening at 7:30pm. You can purchase your tickets in person at the branch or via this link.

Comedy Stuff is taking the stage at ROOM New Cairo on Sunday, 17 March. Five comedians are armed with their best material for a hilarious night that starts at 8:30pm. You can snag tickets here for EGP 200. That doesn’t include the minimum order — but why not treat yourself to some suhoor while you’re there?

Missed it? No problem, there’s no shortage of comedy at ROOM. Six more comedians are laying it all on the table next Thursday, 21 March at the space’s Garden City branch for The Mad Day. Like the previous event, doors also open at 8:30pm, and the same ticket and minimum order regulations apply.

Drop the sobia and face your phobias at Rawabet Arts Space’s Mesh Mawgood LivePodcast: Fobia Elsobia event. On Tuesday, 19 March from 9pm the event will help you confront and understand your fears, or phobias, such as potatoes, car headlights resembling human faces, associating even numbers with good and odd numbers with evil, having a fear of cheese, or feeling uneasy about the Ring Road. Get your tickets here.

EVENTS-

Nurture your connection with our cultural heritage with Megawra. Their three-day Spendthe Day in Khalifa event is on its eleventh edition, taking place this year on Friday and Saturday, 22-23 March, and Friday, 29 March. The event focuses on connecting space, place, and people at al-Khalifa Park and al-Khalifa Community Center.

The first day will build your connection to this space through fun experiences and activities, like board games, puzzles, craft activities, trivia, and a live performance. The second day is focused on important discussions about public spaces led by Yasmine El Dorghamy, founder of Rawi, Egypt’s Heritage Review, and a walkthrough exhibition at the park. The third day will see food archaeologist Mennat Allah El Dorry lead a panel discussing food, heritage, and community that will culminate in communal suhoor. Attendance is without charge, but registration is required.

Celebrate Mother’s Day uniquely this year with the Society of Play by bringing your mom to a special adult playdate. On Wednesday, 20 March mothers and their (adult) children will gather for a day of fun and games through interactive group activities for a chance to bond, laugh, and create lasting memories together. For reservations click on this link.

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