MARK YOUR CALENDAR-

? The Regional Sustainable Development Forum returns from Saturday, 29 November to Sunday, 30 November at Heliopolis University For Sustainable Development. Bringing together experts, government entities, private sector cooperations, social leaders, academic institutions, and NGOs, the event aims to pave the way for sustainable development in the region through collaborative work and sharing insights. Be part of the movement and join in for informative talks, panels, and workshops — tickets are available on Ticketsmarché.

HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND-

DJ and producer, queen of the Palestinian techno scene Sama AbdulHadi is taking to the stage at CJC 610 this Thursday, 27 November. Brace yourself for a kick of hardcore techno and a night of energy. Tickets are available on Cairo Jazz Club’s website.

What’s buzzing over at Al Horreya Garden? Egypt’s Honey Festival runs from Thursday, 27 November to Sunday, 30 November. The event promises top-quality pure honey, bringing together honey producers, sellers, and buyers. You can register through the form in their Instagram bio.

Theatro Arkan is setting us up for a laughing fit this month with its new Comedy Gang Festival at The Golden Theatre. Running two nights a week and closing off tomorrow and on Saturday, 29 November, the festival brings together 56 of our favorite standup comedians with plenty of surprises and special guests in store. You can grab your tickets on Ticketsmarché.

Up for a quick adventure to Ain El Sokhna? Brought to you by TriFactory, the first ever IL Monte Galala Adventure Festival is taking place on Friday, 28 November at Ain El Sokhna’s IL Monte Galala. The festival features Ascent’s annual regional bouldering competition, fun workshops, and great food courtesy of the Grill Setup. Registration is open now and closes on Sunday, 23 November — you can secure your spot on TriFactory’s website.

The Pyramids Echo Festival is hosting a ‘Gala for Egyptian Stars under the Pyramids’ on Friday, 28 November at the Pyramids Panorama Theater. The special night features some of Egypt’s best performers including Amira and Mariam Abouzahra, Ashraf Seweilam, Gala El Hadidi, Sindy Mohamed, and Ragaa Eldin. You can get your tickets on Tazkarti.

The Winter Music Festival is back for another night at Madinaty’s Open Air Mall on Friday, 28 November. The lineup this time around is full of energy, featuring hip hop talents Mond, Shehab, and Tommyy. You can find tickets on Ticketsmarché.

Egypt Fashion Week returns to Coterie building and Consoleya from Friday, 28 November to Sunday, 30 November. Join the front-row seat and watch runway looks designed by eight academic partners including faculty and their students. Expect a lineup of talks and panel discussions on craftsmanship, design education, finance, and sustainability. You can get your tickets on Ticketsmarché.

HAPPENING LATER-

Start your week off with some comedy: Alaa El Sheikh is coming to Boom Room on Sunday, 30 November for a night of standup and crowd work. You can grab your tickets on Ticketsmarché.

American singer Brian McKnight is bringing live R&B to the Grand Egyptian Museum on Friday, 12 December, promising an unforgettable night of soulful music against the background of Egypt’s great history — tickets are available on Tazkarti.

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.

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