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It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas. And before you are forced to spend time with family wrapping presents under the Christmas tree, this weekend holds many fun events around the capital. Parties, concerts, and standup shows await you, and we’ve assembled them all in a handy list for you to choose whichever vibe you want to endure this weekend!

 

Thursday

Luka Wel Batteekh & Kahareb at Cairo Jazz Club

Want to start the weekend on a good note? Join Luka Wel Batteekh at CJC and experience the joyful vibes they spread the minute they walk on stage. After their tuneful Indie Folk sounds, Kahareb will continue the night with a mixture of music, visual art, and storytelling. Mohamed Sadek will be on wrap-up duty with his fire DJ sets!

For reservations, send CJC a FB message between 12-8 PM.

Sahar El Amir at Ubuntu Art Gallery

A beautiful concept and great brush strokes await you at the mesmerising “The Upside Down Sky” exhibit by the talented Sahar El Amir. The show is open until December 17th; you shouldn’t miss it.

For more info, click here.

Hany Adel at El Sawy Culturewheel

The Wust El Balad lead singer Hany Adel will continue his Gray Man tour with another concert at El Sawy Culturewheel. Catch him performing his well-known hits and sing along to your favourite songs this Thursday.

For more info, click here.

Standup Comedy Show at Makan

Standup comedy events constantly refresh you, and there’s no better than the lineup happening this weekend Downtown. Mina Selim, Walid Khairy, and others will leave a huge smile on your face.

For more info & tickets, click here.

Francis Mercier, Aguizi, & Moenes at Cairo Jazz Club 610

Remember all the unforgettable nights with Haitian DJ and producer Francis Mercier? Another one awaits you at CJC 610 this Thursday as they take over the decks again. Expect deep melodic tunes and tech houses melded with soul, afro, and disco sounds. Aguizi and Moenes will play more good music as they spin uplifting house beats.

Send CJC 610 a FB message between 12-8 PM for reservations.

 

Friday

Kollectiv’s Anniversary at Cairo Jazz Club

Join the Kollectiv label’s anniversary this weekend as they celebrate a year of successful homebrewed releases. From the Netherlands, Jaap Ligthart will join the label’s artists Hady Tarek, Pipo, 531, and Sentio for an unforgettable night of good music. 

For reservations, send CJC a FB message between 12-8 PM.

Bubblegum Kollectiv at Cairo Jazz Club 610

There’s no better way to spend your Friday night than partying to Bubblegum Kollectiv’s music. Call your friends and head to CJC 610 for a night of Afro beats and Reggaeton hits. We promise you won’t be able to get off the dance floor!

Send CJC 610 a FB message between 12-8 PM for reservations.

The Sinatras at Room Art Space Garden City

Get your holiday vibes ready, and come to Room Garden City for a cosy night of jazz music and Christmas songs. The lineup includes many talented performers to keep you entertained all night.

For more info, click here.

Mostafa Rahma at Picasso Art Gallery

An exhibit that will keep you staring at each painting for a good 10 minutes and inspire you in many ways is the newest work of Mostafa Rahma titled “Fantasy”. The exhibit is open until the 18th of December.

For more info, click here.

Ride at Maadi

The best workout for the weekend is with the help of Bescletta, as they throw yet another bicycle ride for the people of Maadi. Come with your bike or rent one with a vest and hat for only 75 LE. The ride starts from El Nasr Street in front of Starbucks at 7 AM.

For more info, click here.

 

Saturday

Rai-Na & Asia Madani at Cairo Jazz Club

Get ready for a night of outstanding performances this CJC on Saturday. Start the night with hits and good vibes from Rai-Na. The Sudanese queen Asia Madani will perform her folk tunes alongside her band.

For reservations, send CJC a FB message between 12-8 PM.

Sidd, Saify, & The Fake Scientist at Cairo Jazz Club 610

This is the event you need to help you forget all your worries. Move to the beat and sip on tasty cocktails with the newest addition to CJC’s events, the Terrace Grooves. Sidd, Saify, and The Fake Scientist will play sets that keep you on the dance floor from sunset until midnight!

Send CJC 610 a FB message between 12-8 PM for reservations.

Taht El Sefr at Room Art Space Garden City

It is a unique experience when you listen to relatable music that feels like it’s speaking to you. And this Saturday, the Indie Rock band Taht El Sefr will perform some of their originals that will connect with you on a deeply personal level.

For more info, click here.

Paint & Sip at The Nile Ritz Carlton

Picture this! On the last day of your weekend, you sip on a glass of wine with a paintbrush in hand while your significant other munches on delicious food. This can become your reality this Saturday with Paint & Sip at Out of Nox at The Nile Ritz Carlton.

For more info, click here.