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Here comes the first weekend of the last month of the year! Wrap up your year with the chance to shop, learn, and try new activities. Since boosting your mood before the holiday season is probably what you're looking forward to, here are some joyful events happening around Cairo this weekend:
Arts & Culture
Thursday
Oum Kalthoum at El Sawy Culturewheel
What does this weather remind you of? Yes, Oum Kalthoum’s voice! El Sawy Culturewheel will bring Oum Kalthoum to life through puppets and their master puppeteers. You’ll have the chance to listen to her iconic songs at two concerts, and tickets cost EGP 40.
The first concert is from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, and you can book your ticket through this link. While the second is from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Click here to book.
via Culturewheel
Sweet December Bazaar at City Walk Sheikh Zayed
It’s shopping time! Since December is usually associated with bazaars, feel free to start your month with Sweet December Bazaar at City Walk Sheikh Zayed. This is your chance to write down your list and head to City Walk. This bazaar will be held on Thursday, the 2nd and Friday, the 3rd of December.
It starts at 11:00 am, so shop while the sun is still out in December! For more information, visit the event on Facebook.
via Golden Bazaar
La Vie en Rose Bazaar at Mall of Egypt
It’s the beginning of the month, and there’s no better time to shop. So if you’re looking for some French vibes, visit La Vie en Rose Bazaar at Mall of Egypt. This event will be held from Thursday, December 2nd until Saturday, December 4th.
For more information, visit the event page on Facebook.
via Mega Bazaar
Friday
Amr Ali’s Exhibition at Mashrabia Gallery of Contemporary Arts
The Mashrabia Gallery of Contemporary Art hosts the first solo exhibition, “The Cluster Genesis”, for Alexandrian artist, Amr Ali. If you’re into digitalisation and visualisation, this exhibition is calling you. Amr Ali creates a world emanated from digital and analogue overlaps.
The exhibition will be held until the 3rd of December, and you can check the event on Facebook for more details. You can call the gallery on these numbers as well: (+202) 25750353 - 01001704554.
via Mashrabia Gallery of Contemporary Arts
43rd Cairo International Film Festival at Cairo Opera House
The 43rd Cairo International Film Festival at Cairo Opera House! The festival will be held until December the 5th, and here’s the schedule for the screenings.
Get ready to buy your ticket and watch some exciting films! Tickets range from EGP 50 to EGP 80. For more information, visit the festival’s page on Facebook.
via Cairo International Film Festival
Saturday
Voice of The Heart by Fatima Marzouk at El Sawy Culturewheel
Ballet Fatima, a performing arts school, has been CID UNESCO certified since 2008, and this Saturday, it’s inviting you on an evening to witness the performance at El Sawy Culturewheel. The performance starts at 7:00 pm and ends at 9:00 pm.
Tickets are available through this link, starting at EGP 75.
via Ballet Fatima
Concerts
Thursday
Youssra El Hawary at The Greek Campus Downtown – Library Rooftop
This Thursday, you’re presented with one-of-a-kind contemporary music talent! Youssra El Hawary, whose concert will be on December 2nd at The Greek Campus, Downtown. Youssra is an accordionist, composer, songwriter, and vocalist. Impressive, isn’t she?
Experience some underground bellows from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm, and visit Tickets Mall to purchase your ticket for EGP 150.
via Tickets Mall
Friday
Going Big by Cairokee at Hyde Park New Cairo
Tazkarti Events presents Going Big by Cairokee this Friday! If you have been singing Samurai by Cairokee, you’ll be more than ready to head to Hyde Park New Cairo for one of its biggest concerts this year on the 3rd of December. Get ready to sing your heart out!
Gates open at 4:00 pm and close at 8:00 pm, with the concert starting at 8:00 pm and ending at midnight. Book your ticket through this link, or call 15355 for more information.
via Tazkarti Events
Saturday
Muslim at El Sawy Culturewheel
Kol Eli Fi Alby and Etnaseit are his latest hits from the romantic comedy movie, Arosty. The deep notes Muslim hits while singing will definitely grab your attention enough for you to sing along with him this Saturday at El Sawy Culturewheel from 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
Visit El Sawy Culturewheel’s website, and book your ticket!
via Culturewheel
Nightlife
Thursday
Blitz at The Tap East
Get ready for a rock-n-roll night with Blitz at the Tap East! This Thursday, let your black leather jacket do the talking at the Red Hot Chili Peppers Tribute by BLITZ.
Message The Tap East on Facebook to reserve your spot.
via The Tap East
Egyptian Project Acoustic at Cairo Jazz Club
Your first weekend in December is different this time! This Thursday, you can enjoy a magical night of Egyptian folk tunes with a Sufi twist! Be ready at 9:00 pm to start your weekend with a different type of mood.
For reservations, message CJC between 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm on the Facebook page.
via CJC
Sébastien Léger, Echonomist, Sebzz & Ouzo at Cairo Jazz Club 610
Are you ready for a roller-coaster ride full of banger sounds this Thursday? Then, prepare yourself to witness Sébastien Léger, Echonomist, and Sebzz & Ouzo at Cairo Jazz Club 610 on Thursday, the 2nd of December.
To reserve your spot, send CJC 610 an email on impulse610@cairojazzclub.com with your name, age, phone number, and Facebook link.
via CJC 610
Friday
Double Trouble at The Tap East
It’s classic rock time, along with a mouth-watering lunch this Friday afternoon! The Tap East is bringing Double Trouble to entertain you with acoustic classic rock covers! It sure is double the trouble!
For reservations, message The Tap East on Facebook.
via The Tap East
Saturday
Rap Night with Dareen, Moscow, and Kubbara at Cairo Jazz Club
We haven’t forgotten about our rap fans! This Saturday, you get to spend the night with homegrown rappers Dareen, and Moscow, with Kubbara setting the stage on fire for the closing set! Your night will start at 9:00 pm and ends at 1:00 am.
Don’t forget to message CJC on Facebook to reserve your spot.
via CJC
Workshops
Thursday
Master the Life You Want Workshop at Dusit Thani LakeView
‘New year, new me’ vibes are just around the corner! If you’re looking for a change this year, the Master the Life You Want Workshop is the first step towards your goal. This workshop is facilitated by trainer and coach Mr Ahmed Hanafi at Dusit Thani LakeView from Thursday, December 2nd, until Saturday, December 4th.
For more details about the workshop and Mr Ahmed Hanafi, click here or visit the website.
via Master The Life You Want – Ahmed Hanafi
Friday
Photography Workshop by Salma El-Kashef at Cairo Log
A new year is approaching, so it’s time to look for a new skill or talent. Cairo Log has a photography workshop for you by Salma El-Kashef, and guess what? It’s a free Sony Alpha workshop! It starts at 1:30 pm and ends at 5:00 pm.
For more information, visit the event on Facebook.
via Cairo Log
Sports
Friday
Windsurfing at Nile Dragons Academy
Take advantage of the warm weather and learn the basics of windsurfing with Nile Dragons Academy. If you want to learn how to windsurf, join their session for beginners! It is held this Friday and Saturday, but don’t forget to reserve your spot.
Tickets cost EGP 300, and if you need more information, visit the event on Facebook.
