The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

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 Nothing feels worse than wasting the weekend on some lame event or staying at home. We don’t want you to feel this pain and that’s why we did what we do best – make you a list of all the hottest events happening in the capital over the weekend! Call up your gang and pick where you want to spend your time. 

Thursday

Strawberry Swing at Zamalek Theater

Looking for a joyful experience that will lift your spirits up? This Thursday, Strawberry Swing will bring another one of its uplifting Coldplay covers that will definitely change your mood.

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Francis Mercier, Loulii & Cox at Cairo Jazz Club 610

An Electric Thursday that you don’t want to miss this weekend. Kicking off the night with Loulii and Cox as they set the vibes for the night with their warm-up sets. Followed by Francis Mercier with his signature style of house music that merges worldly & melodic elements, with emotive vocal influences.

For reservations, send CJC 610 a FB message between 12-8 PM.

Hawas & Meshwar at Cairo Jazz Club

Spicing up this Thursday night live with two outstanding upcoming bands. Hawas will start the night with its original Arabic songs followed by Meshwar who will bring positive vibes to the stage with its reggae beats.

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

Skeleton Clique and The Band at Room Art Space Garden City

Are you a fan of Twenty-One Pilots and dying for a night filled with their music and energy? Skeleton Clique is a tribute band that is ready to give you just that. Listen to all your favorite Twenty-One Pilots hits and sing along with a crowd that share the same passion for the band. 

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Ayman El-Semary and Islam El-Nagdi at Picasso Art Gallery

Looking for some art inspo to help with your art block? Check out the wonderful exhibition of Islam El Nagdi and Ayman El Semary that will take you to the real authentic Egyptian feel.

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Friday

Omar Khairat at Zed Park

Zed Park’s auditorium this Friday will be blessed with the one and only legend Omar Khairat. Better get your tickets fast before they are sold out.

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Hisham Abbas & DJunkie

This Friday will be an extra special night at another Ma Tetloboho El Mostme3oun event with the Egyptian superstar Hisham Abbas bringing us some of his memorable pieces. End the night with DJunkie’s usual upbeat Hip Hop sets. 

For reservations, send CJC 610 a FB message between 12-8 PM.

Maro & Ashmawy at Cairo Jazz Club

Party like there is no tomorrow at CJC’s Closed Circuit this Friday where some fresh sounds from the debut of local talent Marwaan Aly will be played live. Taking over the decks later is Cairo Jazz’s very own Ashmawy, who will keep the night rocking.

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

Open Mic for Comedians at Room Art Space Garden City

If you don’t feel like partying this weekend we have something even more fun for you to do. Head to Room Garden City as all the upcoming comedians will be joining this Open Mic Night and laughter will be filling the venue.

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Saturday

Retrograde at Zamalek Theater

You can’t miss this concert, as Dizzy, Nubi and L5VAV take over the stage and soar the galaxy with their fire rap beats.

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Cairo Flea Market at Zamalek Fish Garden

Are you used to seeing stories about the flea market only when it happens? We are here to tell you about it beforehand so you can take all your cash and head there this Saturday. A collection of homemade crafts, unique clothing items, and décor pieces will be available for sale, and you will have so much to pick from.

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Disco Bash at Cairo Jazz Club 610

Come celebrate Ahmed Moenes’ birthday at CJC 610 with none stop music and amazing vibes. Joining the birthday bash and here to help make this birthday even more special are Bakir, Gloria, and Aly Goede.

For reservations, send CJC 610 a FB message between 12-8 PM.

Mazeek & Maram at Cairo Jazz Club

Are you ready for non-stop dancing and a guaranteed good time? This Saturday, Mazeek will be kicking off the night and warming up the crowd for the debut of the sensational talent, Maram who will bring her Sudanese-inspired music and aesthetic to the stage.

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

Comedy Stuff at Room Art Space Garden City

Room Art Space New Cairo is one of the places that has heard some of the purest and most hysterical laughs throughout the years. This weekend these laughs will get louder than usual with the Comedy Stuff and their insane humor and puns.

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