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The week is almost over, so you know what that means. It’s time for us to put on our thinking caps to help you figure out what to do this weekend!
Whether you’re in for a bit of culture or you want to see what the nightlife has to offer, our weekend guide has it all, right below.
Arts & Culture
Thursday
Dina Targam Exhibition at Picasso Art Gallery
Seasoned artist, Dina Targam, is back with her ninth exhibition! Letting her emotions and subconsciousness take over this year, she applies her unconventional methods to her “Daydreamers” exhibition. So grab your cup of coffee, put on your warm scarf, and join the artistic vibes at Picasso Art Gallery!
This exhibition is running until the 18th of December. For more information, email the gallery at info@picassogalleryeg.com or call on this number: 02 27367544.
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Comedy Mix Vol. 3 (Stand Up Comedy Show) at El Sawy Culturewheel
Wrap up your long week and start the weekend with a laugh because Comedy Mix is back with its 3rd volume this Thursday at El Sawy Culturewheel.
You’ll get to see this group of comedians together for the first time: Hamza Bahaa, Omar El Hassan, Ahmed El Haridy, Marwan El Moslemany, Moaz Abdelsalam, Reem Nabil, and Abdelrahman Magdy! Woah, a variety of comedians, right? Hurry up and book your tickets here.
Tickets cost EGP 90, and the night starts at 7:00 pm and ends at 10:00 pm. For more information, visit the event on Facebook.
via El Sawy Culturewheel
Friday
Bazarna POP-UP Winter Market 2nd Edition at Downtown Katameya
Bazarna POP-UP is back with its second edition! If you missed its first edition, don’t worry. You’re granted another chance this Friday to meet your favourite local talents. Prepare yourself to shop and celebrate through the winter festivities at Downtown Katameya from 11:00 am until 10:00 pm.
For more information, visit the event on Facebook.
via Bazarna Pop-Up Society
Korean Cultural Day II at Al Hosabir Theater
Asian culture has been spreading in Egypt, and especially the Korean culture. We’re really happy about this exchange of cultures! This Friday, Korean Cultural Day awaits you with some exciting activities at Al Hosabir Theater. You’ll be lucky enough to listen to some K-pop, watch dance battles, and eat Korean food cooked by a Korean chef.
You can buy your tickets online through Vodafone Cash or Al Hosabir Theater from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm. For more information about the programme, visit the event on Facebook.
via Korean Cultural Day II
Saturday
“And This is Cairo” Play by The Return of Dangerously Ridiculous Theater at AUC Falaki Center
Directed and written by Rasha El Gammal, “And This Is Cairo” (season III) will be hosted at AUC Falaki Center. The show is performed by The Return of Dangerously Ridiculous Theater, and it’s made up of six mini-plays about life in Cairo.
If you’re a Cairene, here’s your call to relate to Cairo’s clichés, social norms, and struggles for freedom for the youth in a comically emotional manner. This Saturday marks the last day for this show, so don’t miss it!
Tickets range from EGP 100 to EGP 150, and you can purchase your ticket through this link.
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Nightlife
Thursday
Pilot and Retrograde at Cairo Jazz Club
Start your weekend with lively covers of your favourite rock songs with Pilot! This is a special night, and you’ll continue it with Retrograde’s upbeat pop-rock covers this Thursday at Cairo Jazz Club. Your night starts at 9:00 pm and ends at 1:00 am.
Don’t forget to message CJC on the Facebook page and reserve your spot.
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Nakhla + Moose at The Tap Maadi
Hype your Thursday night with DJ Nakhla’s electronic music jolt and Moose’s house rhythms at The Tap Maadi. Put on your favourite outfit, and prepare the energy you’ve been burying all week to dance this weekend!
Message The Tap Maadi on Facebook, and reserve your table.
via The Tap Maadi
Friday
BlacRok at The Tap East
Turn the beat up, and join BlacRok this Friday night at The Tap East! Taking over the stage, BlacRok will astonish you with its rock and blues covers. So if you’re not planning on staying at home this weekend, put on your combat boots and enjoy a night with the sounds of electric guitars around you.
For more information and to book your spot, message The Tap East.
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Andromida Egypt at The Tap West
What if you’re looking for a rock night, but you’re looking for something that isn’t that loud? Andromida Egypt is here to satisfy your needs with its Pink Floyd tribute. It has been a long week, and Friday is your chill day but with a little nostalgia.
For more information, message The Tap West on Facebook.
via The Tap West
Saturday
Rai-na at Cairo Jazz Club
Are you ready for an Oriental Saturday this weekend? Cairo Jazz Club is hosting the band Rai-na for a Saturday L’Oriental. Rai-na was formed in appreciation for their love and addiction to Raï music. Don’t miss out on its cheerful performance at 9:00 pm!
For reservations, message CJC on Facebook.
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Sunset Terrace at Cairo Jazz Club 610
End your weekend with a beautiful view and uplifting beats at Cairo Jazz Club 610. Enjoy your night with Sunset Terrace, starting at 4 pm until late. Organic and progressive house beats will fill the place with Ayman Nageeb, and Black 8.
For reservations, message CJC 610 on Facebook.
via CJC 610
Concerts
Thursday
Magical Christmas Night at Cairo Opera House
Christmas is just around the corner, so start getting in the mood with a Magical Christmas Night at Cairo Opera House this Thursday!
Christmas time is the best time to appreciate gentle piano sounds, so make sure you book your seat through this link.
Doors open at 7:00 pm, with the performance starting at 8:00 pm. For more information, visit Tickets Mall’s website.
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Friday
El Far3i Live at The Greek Campus
After a two-year break, El Far3i is back with his biggest show at The Greek Campus! This Jordanian-Palestinian rapper is ready to hype you up with his best rap tracks this Friday from 5:00 pm to 11:00 pm. And guess what? As an added bonus, Amir Eid will be joining the concert!
You can buy your tickets through this link, and visit the event on Facebook for more information.
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Saturday
Great Symphonies II at Cario Opera House
Another classy night at Cairo Opera House, but this one’s happening this Saturday! Opera lovers, you have Great Symphonies waiting for you. Haydn, Strauss, and Tchaikovsky’s pieces will be brought to life on Saturday at 8:00 pm.
Don’t forget to book your tickets through this link.
via Tickets Mall
Sports
Friday
Weekly Kayak Ride at the Egyptian Rowing Club
Nile Dragons Academy organises one-of-a-kind events by The Nile! This weekend, they’re here with their weekly kayak ride. If you’re ready to enjoy the Nile breeze, make sure you reserve your seat by calling them at 01110010117.
Tickets cost EGP 150 per person, and the day starts at 9:00 am!
via Nile Dragons Academy
Saturday
Ride at Heliopolis and Nasr City with Bescletta
Bicycle rides are taking over Cairo this month, and this weekend Bescletta is planning to ride in Heliopolis and Nasr City. So if you’re an earlybird, set your alarm for a 7:00 am ride. If you’re in, make sure you buy your ticket from Bescletta’s branches.
Tickets cost EGP 50, and you can click here for more information.
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