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? Feel like running through all the colors of the wind? On Saturday, 31 May, O West will be hosting The Color Run marathon — a 5km foray through the decades, complete with “‘70s disco fever, ‘80s arcade vibes, and ‘90s street culture,” — and naturally, a whole lot of color. So be ready to get a little messy. The marathon will kick off at 8am, and the tickets are available through Ticketsmarché.
HAPPENING THIS WEEK-
Can you handle a roast? WKND CMDY ’s Mohamed Kamtcho, Iron Tawfik, Khalid Elshoky, and Amgad El Shawshy will be dishing out uncensored jokes and roasts on stage at CJC 610 on Tuesday, 27 May — just make sure you can take it, because these guys don’t hold back. You can secure your spot through CJC’s official website.
Ready to rock? Egyptian soft rock band Wust el Balad will be hitting the stage at Aurora O West on Thursday, 29 May. Led by Egyptian vocalist and actor Hany Adel, Wust el Balad has been a pioneer in the indie Egyptian music scene since its founding in 1999. While ticket details have yet to be announced, we’d suggest keeping an eye out for them on Aurora’s official Instagram account.
Dalida may have once found her love in Portofino, but this May we’ll be feeling her love right here in Cairo. On Friday, 30 May and Saturday, 31 May at The Theater in 6th of October, Dalida: Bint Shoubra — a musical production honoring the iconic vocalist’s life and musical legacy — will shine the spotlight on the Shoubra-born megastar. The production will be led by Lebanese singer Mirva Kadi, with a special appearance by Egyptian singer Haidy Moussa. You can book your tickets for both days through Ticketsmarché.
KMT House is painting a picture of the ‘90s this weekend. On Saturday, 31 May, the self-proclaimed Maadi oasis will play host to quite the paint-splattered affair — a “Paint and Breath” experience curated by Narmer Palette. Expect ‘90s vibes, ‘90s music, and ‘90s art skills — you might also don your best ‘90s fit, but only if you’re ready to sacrifice it to your favorite color. To reserve your spot, you can reach out to Narmer Palette through their official Instagram account.
HAPPENING LATER-
It’s almost beats by the beach season, and we’d suggest getting a headstart this Eid in Somabay. Debuting in Egypt, German electronic dance music trio Klangphonics will be joining Belgian synth-pop band Oscar and the Wolf for CJC’s Lumen party experience at Somabay’s Mesca Beach on Saturday, 7 June. Joining them with rhythms of their own are Cairo-based DJs Wolf Fang Midi, Dirty Backseat, and Zeft Funk. You can grab your tickets through Ticketsmarché. P.S. Don’t forget your favorite swimwear.
Free up your schedule on Saturday, 7 June and Sunday, 8 June for the second installment of the Makadi Heights Music Festival, taking place at The Haus in Hurghada. Cairokee will inaugurate the summer staple on the first day, while rap icons Marwan Moussa and Afroto wrap up the second. You can book your tickets for either or both days through Ticketsmarché.
Freshen up your linen shirts and pack up your shades, because Egyptian megastar Amr Diab will be kicking off Sahel season at Sol Beach Marassi on Friday, 4 July. Joining the Hadaba will be German electronic dance music producer and singer Monolink, and Copenhagen-based experimental pop trio WhoMadeWho. You can grab your tickets from Ticketsmarché. Just don’t forget your sunblock.
