Prepare to immerse yourself in a thrilling Cairo weekend. Everything from exhilarating rides at an amusement park to beautiful ballet performances and hilarious stand-up comedy can be found in this exciting metropolis. Whether you're looking for a city full of classical art, heart-pounding thrills, or belly laughs, Cairo won't disappoint. Get the dates circled on your calendars, because we're going on an adventure full of thrills and culture in the heart of Cairo!
To help you plan, we've compiled a list of things to do on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday that are sure to be memorable!
Thursday
El Malahy Weekend Wonder
El Malahy's magnificent Weekend Wonder is back for more! This Thursday, bring the kids to a day filled with exciting rides, amazing clown acts and parades, and a thrilling concert by Disco Misr. For more info, click here.
Cinderella Ballet at the Cairo Opera House
For ballet fans, the beautiful Cinderella Ballet will be performed in the Main Hall of the Cairo Opera House from October 12-16. For more info, click here.
Ain Gamal Interactive Comedy show at Theatro Arkan
Are you ready to have a great time on Thursday? Volume 14 of Ain Gamal, Theatro Arkan's interactive stand-up comedy programme featuring the amazing Omar Gamal and his funny tales and clever comments, is now out! For more info, click here.
CLASH…Digital Resurrection at Rawabet Art Space
You won't want to miss the D-CAF Contemporary Art Festival, which kicks off with an exciting start thanks to a world premiere of live augmented reality theatre created by German and Swiss production companies. CLASH…Two young women interact in a world of infinite possibilities and come face to face with significant historical characters like Hatsheput and Joan of Arc in Digital Resurrections, a brilliant drama that weaves together themes of patriarchy, authority, and love. For more info, click here.
In Honour of AlSayyida Zeinab: A Special Gathering
You are cordially invited to a very unique occasion on Thursday, October 12th, in the presence of AlSyyida Zeinab. The event will be held in Beit al-Sennari, a historic house close to the holy shrine of AlSyyida Zeinab. Beginning at 8:00 PM, the programme will wrap up at 10:00 PM. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is open to the public. For more info, click here.
Arab Night at CJC with Badiaa Bouhrizi & Albaitil Ashwai
This Thursday, the Cairo Jazz Club will be featuring Arab music. Badiaa, whose music is imbued with the spirit of Tunisia, will perform at CJC this Thursday, and she'll be joined by the revered Palestinian/Jordanian group Albaitil Ashwai, who will rock the house with their unique blend of punk, rock, and synth, flavoured with Arabic influences. For more info, click here.
Friday
Mevlevi Night
In honour of the homecoming of the father of Arab Mevlevi mysticism, Darwish Hussein Suleiman, a spectacular ceremony is being planned. The theme of the event, "The Religion of Love," is the idea that love is a universal idea that goes beyond any one religion or philosophy. There will be Mevlevi chants, poems by Jalaluddin Rumi and Hallaj, and a chance to immerse yourself in the mysticism of the Mevlevi tradition.
Throughout the Mevlevi Night of Divine Revelation, followers of the Mevlevi school of Sufism gather to contemplate the mysteries of their faith and explore them through poetry. For more info, click here.
Alaa ElShiekh’s Special: High on pain at Theatro Arkan
An original comedy special by Alaa ElShiekh, "High on Pain," will be shown for the first time at Theatro Arkan Plaza. Alaa el Sheikh's funny performance hits home with Egyptians of all ages, but especially the country's youth. Alaa, a man of the 1980s, will likely draw on his own life for hilarious effect. Considering the difficulties this generation has faced, Alaa has called his one-hour show appropriately, "High on Pain." For more info, click here.
Ihab Ezz El Deen in ElSawy CulturalWheel
Ihab Ezz El deen, a composer and pianist, will be performing live at El Sawy Cultural Wheel on the 13th of October! For more info, click here.
The Garden Market at Merryland Park
The Garden Market, located in Merryland Park in Heliopolis, Cairo, is preparing for a spectacular celebration of community, creativity, and local culture. The day will be filled with live music, games, and a terrific selection of delicious and unique local foods and wares. In addition to the shopping, there will be fun activities and games for people of all ages to participate in. Through partnerships with other environmental and anti-climate-change groups, the event also supports these causes. This Friday, October 13th, is The Garden Market, and you won't want to miss it! For more info, click here.
Cultural Musical Night at the Cairo Opera House
Spend your weekend listening to a brilliant choir of singers perform classical and cultural music at the Opera House. Get your tickets today before you miss out on this incredible show! For more info, click here.
Oktoberfest at Swiss Club
There are few things more commonly associated with October than Halloween, pumpkin spice lattes, the changing of the seasons, and works of horror fiction. This frightening month is especially more extraordinary because of Oktoberfest, a renowned and historic celebration that first began in Germany but has now made its way all the way to Egypt! For more info, click here
Saturday
Eswed W Abyad Music Concert at Theatro Arkan
Wael Elsayed, an accordionist, and Faisal Fouad, a pianist, have worked together to create a new musical style called Eswed W Abyad (Black and White), which combines elements of jazz, classical music, and Egyptian folk music. Live performances by this band are unlike anything else out there because of the multimedia and visual art components they use. For more info, click here.
Acandl Candles Making Workshop
Immerse yourself in the autumn spirit at this candle-making workshop! Prepare yourself Saturday, October 14th, at VillaFelt in Maadi, to learn to create your own fall-scented candles. For more info, click here.
Wear the Author’s Hat workshop
Participate in a two-hour writing session with author Myriam Rizkallah geared for children ages 9 to 13. Beginning at 11 a.m. and ending at 1 p.m., this class will provide young writers the chance to experiment with their imaginations. For more info, click here.
3andy Shwayet Mashakel Comedy Show at Room New Cairo
Come to Room New Cairo to release your pent-up frustrations and anxieties with a night of nonstop laughing as amazing comic Mina Nader presents Volume 5 of 3andy Shwayet Mashakel! For more info, click here.
OKBA at Room Garden City
On Saturday, come to Room Garden City to hear emerging Syrian musician OKBA, who will take you on a musical trip across the many cultures of the Arabic world. For more info, click here.
Ahmed Rabie at El Sawy Culturewheel
This Saturday, talented drummer Ahmed Rabie will be performing at El Sawy Culturewheel in Zamalek. For more info, click here.
MakerFaire Cairo at Smart Village
Indulge your inner explorer at the largest DIY festival in Egypt, which brings together an interesting group of people from fields as diverse as engineering, art, science, and craft. Maker Faire Cairo is this Saturday, and it's your chance to relive the excitement of childhood exploration via a variety of hands-on activities. For more info, click here.
