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You want to enjoy the weekend, but there’s nothing to do other than party and drink? If dealing with a morning hangover is not on your to-do list, then we have fun events for you to head to. Aside from cool parties, this weekend is also filled with art exhibits to inspire you, fun events for all families to enjoy, and standup comedy nights to make you forget all your troubles. Check out this weekend guide to see what suits your weekend plans best!

 

Thursday

Abanoud & Egyptian Project at Cairo Jazz Club

Start your weekend with a night of cultural discovery. This Thursday at Cairo Jazz Club, you’ll get the chance to dig deep into your roots and connect with your culture with traditional Sufi chants by the Egyptian Project. Abanoub will also fill the room with outstanding oriental music.

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

Beyond Sleep & Wakefulness by Maher Diab at Zamalek Art Gallery

The colours, concepts and passion in Maher Diab’s art provide a different kind of experience. Come explore the realm between sleep and wakefulness and dive into the world of dreams and reality through his masterpieces. The exhibit will be available until the 28th of November.

For more info, click here.

Paax Tulum & Omar Sherif at Cairo Jazz Club 610

This electric Thursday at CJC 610 is all about melodic tunes. Coming from Latin America, the Paax Tulum duo will bring their passion for music to the stage. You will get to feel their energy and love for fusion rhythms through their electronic beats and bases. Omar Sherif will also be playing his masterful productions, so get ready for an unforgettable night.

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

Scrap by Mai Refky at Zamalek Art Gallery

The beauty of the pieces at Mai Refky’s exhibit will surely blow your mind. Her work is mostly about figure drawing, bright colours and interesting shapes. The exhibit will be available until the 5th of December.

For more info, click here.

Old Cheese by Aya El Fallah at Zamalek Art Gallery

The name might throw you off if you are not the biggest fan of cheese but worry-not as this exhibit is cheese scent-free. Aya El Fallah’s art is about fun and expression. The exhibit will be open every day from 11 AM to 8 PM and is available until the 5th of December.

For more info, click here.

El Warsha Nights at Rawabet Art Space

The best performances are the interactive ones, where the audience gets to be a part of the show. This Thursday, El Warsha Night will host interactive performances on the stage of Rawabet Art Space, with lots of storytelling, singing, sketches, and more. Their performance is suitable for families with children above 10 years old.

For more info, click here.

 

Friday

Paint & Sip at Lemon Tree & Co.

Are you bored of the usual weekend partying? Here’s something new you should try. Paint & Sip is all about bonding with your peers, sipping wine and painting. If art is your passion or you’d like to try painting for the first time, then this is the perfect event to attend. No art supplies are needed as everything is provided at the venue.

For more info, click here.

Throwback With Djunkie & Mobbz at Cairo Jazz Club 610

Call your friends to spend this weekend right with the help of CJC 610. This weekend includes another throwback night dedicated to the hottest hip-hop and RnB hits. Turn your Friday night into non-stop dancing to music by DJunkie and Mobbz.

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

Zed Winter Fest Opening With Elissa & Ragheb Alama

The fourth edition of Zed Winterfest is here with more fun and activities. Enjoy unlimited rides, spectacular fireworks, astonishing parades and exceptional performances from Elissa and Ragheb Alama. Don’t miss out on the chance for you and your entire family to indulge in the winter spirit.

For more info & tickets, click here.

Beit El Comedy Open Mic Night at Room Art Space Garden City

If you or someone you know has what it takes to make an audience laugh, then sign up for this Friday’s Open Mic Night at Room Art Space! The night offers a chance for anyone to prove their talent as a comedian. Not a comedian? You can still tune in for a good laugh with the crowd.

For more info, click here.

The Elite Standup Comedy at Le Marquee

Spend your Friday night laughing your troubles away with this event at Le Marquee. For the first time, Egypt’s top comedy group, The Elite, will be performing this Friday. The lineup includes other outstanding comedians, such as Ahmed Kahiry, Ahmed Essam, Taha Desouky and more.

For more info & tickets, click here.

Shababco at Walk of Cairo

This weekend holds the ultimate shopping experience. Shababco’s volume 5 will take place on the 18th and 19th of November at Walk of Cairo. The event includes bazaars to sift through all your favourite local brands as well as exciting performances by 20 artists, such as headliner rapper FL EX, hot producer duo Issa & Assouad and Italian-Egyptian star Lella Fadda.

For more info, click here.

 

Saturday

Islam Chipsy & DJ Saddam at Cairo Jazz Club

Electrify your Saturday night with the keyboard wizard, Islam Chipsy. His Shaabi beats will keep you moving all night. DJ Saddam will additionally help start and end the night with his own set.

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

Comedy Set Open Mic Night at Room Art Space New Cairo

Say goodbye to the weekend with good jokes and puns from upcoming comedians. You can also get on stage yourself and see if you have what it takes to make the crowd laugh. Make sure to fill out the sign-up form before Saturday to perform on the stage.

For more info, click here.