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

Fret not; the weekend is finally here! If you need a way to explore Cairo’s artistic culture and enjoy your weekend the right way, here are a few cool events happening around town this weekend.

Thursday (25/2/2021)

Mounib Band at El Sawy Culture Wheel

Mounib Band is set to perform a concert at El Sawy Culture Wheel this Thursday at 7 PM. The band, founded by Ahmed Mounib’s son as a tribute to him, plays some of Ahmed Mounib’s most acclaimed songs, distinguished by their Nubian music and lyrics.

Reserve your tickets online here.

Mona Wassef’s Harp In Tour at Cairo Opera House

You’ll be mesmerised by Mona Wassef’s harp music at the Cairo Opera House this Thursday. Her show will include music from multiple genres, including Arabic, Spanish, Flamenco, Classical, and even a few Disney songs.

Reserve your tickets online here any time before the show.

NOVO and Issa & Assouad at Cairo Jazz Club

Enjoy a chill night listening to singer/songwriter NOVO’s smooth RnB tunes this Thursday at CJC. Following his performance, up-and-coming talents Issa & Assouad are due to perform more RnB and hip-hop music for an overall massively enjoyable night.

Reserve by sending a message to CJC’s Facebook page between 12:00 PM and 8:00 PM.

Tourkey & Selim and Mohasseb at Cairo Jazz Club 610

Watch the dynamic duo, Tourkey & Selim, perform some extraordinary house music this Thursday at CJC 610. After their hot tunes, Mohasseb will take to the stage, performing his unique mixes for a night of non-stop partying.

Reserve your place by sending a message to CJC 610’s Facebook page between 12:00 PM and 8:00 PM.

Friday (26/2/2021)

WhoMadeWho After Show at Ape, Sunset Boat

Playground is hosting an after-show for WhoMadeWho’s recent Abu Simbel performance by Cercle. The show will take place Ape Sunset Boat on Friday, with the Danish band performing a hybrid set of their well-known pop, funk, and house music, followed by Cercle’s Phil and Derek and Egypt’s own Misty.

Due to safety precautions, the show’s capacity is minimal, so be sure to reserve your tickets here.

Violin Night with Amr Darwish at Room New Cairo

Enjoy a night of beautiful classical violin tunes with Amr Darwish at Room Art Space, New Cairo this Friday at 8:30 PM. Seats are limited due to social distancing precautions, so make sure to reserve your place by calling Room at 01000681539.

Ali Omar El-Farouk Trio at Room Garden City

Go and watch guitar and oud player Ali Omar El-Farouk and his musical companions, Hazem Abd El-Nasser and Hany Bedair, as they explore a variety of world music genres, including classical, tango, oriental, and flamenco. Join the trio on a diversified music journey this Friday at Room Art Space, Garden City.

Buy your tickets here or by visiting the branch directly.

Al Hadra at El Sawy Culture Wheel

If you enjoy Sufi and religious music, be sure to be at El Sawy Culture Wheel this Friday! Al Hadra will be promoting their new album with their original songs along with music from authentic Egyptian heritage and poetry from renowned Sufi bards.

Reserve your tickets online here.

Ali El Helbawy at El Sawy Culture Wheel

El Sawy Culture Wheel welcomes its regular performer, Ali El Helbawy, this Friday at 7:30 PM. Performing a collection of religious chants, El Helbawy shares his beautiful voice for all to hear and enjoy.

Reserve your tickets online here.

El Enshad El Deeny at El Gomhoria Theatre

Enjoy a night of beautiful religious chants with El Enshad El Deeny at the Cairo Opera House’s Gomhoria Theatre. The show is set to take place this Friday at 8 PM.

Reserve a ticket online here.

KAS and Kitchen Crowd at Cairo Jazz Club

Don’t miss CJC’s last Closed Circuit of the month this Friday! KAS will kick the night off with his cool beats and is sure to get you pumped up. The night will continue with Kitchen Crowd taking over with his deep-house tunes, which will end your night with a bang.

Reserve by sending a message to CJC’s Facebook page between 12:00 PM and 8:00 PM.

Saturday (27/2/2021)

Retrograde Rock Night at Room Garden City

Retrograde, Cairo’s coolest rock band, is due to perform at Room Art Space, Garden City, this Saturday at 9 PM.  Known for covering classic rock n roll bands like Aerosmith, Queen, The Rolling Stones, and Fleetwood Mac, the band is sure to get you singing at the top of your lungs throughout their performance.

Seats are limited, so make sure to reserve your place by buying a ticket here or visiting the branch directly.

Oriental Oud Night at Room New Cairo

Enjoy an oriental night at Room Art Space, New Cairo this Saturday at 8 PM, featuring oriental oud music and Arabic singing by various artists. Places are limited, so make sure to reserve your spot by calling 01000681539.

Al Kayan at El Sawy Culture Wheel

Go watch Al Kayan perform alongside violin soloist, Azmy, this Saturday at El Sawy Culture Wheel. This group of young musicians will surely give you a new appreciation for contemporary musical arts.

Reserve your tickets online here.

Cairo Symphony Orchestra at Cairo Opera House

Enjoy the Cairo Symphony Orchestra’s weekly performance at the Cairo Opera House’s Main Hall this Saturday. Performing music from renowned classical composers, the Orchestra is sure to leave you mesmerised, thanks to its highly-trained musicians and conductors.

Reserve a ticket online here.

Meshwar at Cairo Jazz Club

Head to Cairo Jazz Club this Saturday night for Meshwar’s cheerful Reggae music. Combining oriental Arabic music with Reggae rhythms, this show is sure to put you in a place of calm.

For reservations, send a message to CJC’s Facebook page between 12:00 PM and 8:00 PM.

Aziz Maraka at Cairo Jazz Club 610

SOLD OUT! Combining stirring acoustic instruments, like guitar and piano, with subtle electronic beats, Maraka’s music will keep you on the edge of your seat all night, wanting more.