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Egypt’s calendar is about to get very interesting this October. An iconic location, top electronic music artists, and four nights of partying. Want to know what’s coming? EXIT, the iconic Serbian music festival, is bringing its Egypt edition called STARLIGHT to the Great Pyramids of Giza. So if you’re into electronic music, make sure to keep October 8 to 11 free. For four nights, the Giza plateau will turn into an open-air electronic music venue with international artists performing under the desert sky. Expect futuristic electronic music, massive open-air shows, and the atmosphere of the ancient surroundings. View this post...

If you’re planning Eid outings in Cairo and already thinking about traffic, parking and packed transport, the city is adding extra public transport routes to make holiday trips easier this year. Special Eid Al Adha transport lines will connect several of Greater Cairo’s busiest family and tourist destinations, including the Pyramids and Sphinx area and the Citadel area in Old Cairo. If you’re heading to the Pyramids during the Eid break, book a skip-the-line pass to avoid long queues and get straight into the experience without wasting time in the holiday crowds. If you’re planning a park day or an...

Egypt has officially announced the public holiday dates for Eid Al Adha 2026 after Prime Minister Dr. Mostafa Madbouly issued a decree confirming the upcoming break for state employees. The paid public holiday will begin on Tuesday, May 26 and continue until Sunday, May 31. The decision applies to employees working in government ministries, public authorities, local administration units, and public business sector companies. However, all academic examinations scheduled during those dates will continue according to their original timetable. If you're spending this time in the country don't miss top concerts, festivals and events in Egypt: from Andrea Bocelli to...

Historic Cairo is about to get a very different kind of vibe. A huge new lifestyle and entertainment destination called Citadel Plaza will rise on on Mokattam Hill beside Salah Al-Din Citadel, overlooking one of the city’s oldest districts. Plans for this 60,000 sqm project include hotels, restaurants, cinemas, shopping areas, and entertainment spaces. If you’re worried about a huge plaza not blending well with the historic buildings around the Citadel, the team behind the project says the design takes inspiration from the surrounding areas to help the complex fit more naturally into the scenery. Developers expect Phase 1 to...

If you’ve ever hesitated before asking an AI assistant something personal, WhatsApp is about to release a new feature that might make those chats feel a lot more comfortable. Incognito Chat is a new private mode for AI conversations on WhatsApp and Meta AI app. The feature focuses on privacy, especially for people using AI for sensitive topics like finances, health questions, work issues, or personal decisions. According to Meta, conversations inside Incognito Chat stay completely private. The company says nobody else can view the chats, including the company itself. Messages are not stored, and chats disappear automatically by default....

The FIFA World Cup always takes over everything else happening that year. Now the 2026 edition has a huge surprise for music fans too. Nobody knows yet which national teams will battle for the trophy in the final, but FIFA has just revealed who’s taking the stage for the halftime show and the lineup is massive. BTS, Madonna, and Shakira will co-headline the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Halftime Show on July 19 at New York-New Jersey Stadium. Shakira is also returning to the World Cup with brand-new music. The singer will release a new FIFA anthem called Dai Dai...

Shakira is officially back in her FIFA World Cup era, and football fans already know what that means for summer playlists. The Colombian superstar just teased fans on Instagram with a brand-new anthem called Dai Dai. The track drops on May 14 ahead of the tournament and features Nigerian singer Burna Boy. The teaser is already blowing up online. Since hitting social media, the publication has pulled in more than 2 million likes, and the catchy chant already feels impossible to get out of your head before the tournament even begins. View this post on Instagram A post shared by...

If you’ve ever wanted to be part of a worldwide running event, this is your chance. And no long-haul travel required. On May 23, 2026, thousands of runners across the globe will hit the streets at the same time in one of the biggest synchronized races in the world: One Run. This year, the scale is huge: 110+ cities already joined, 15 time zones, and 250,000+ participants expected. Whether you're running through streets in the GCC or along scenic routes in Asia, you can be part of a global movement happening in real time. The event brings together participants in...

The group chats are about to get busy. Between massive live performances, summer concerts, and some long-awaited returns to the stage, Egypt’s concert calendar is packed with reasons to go out. Whether you're into orchestra nights, Arabic hits, or huge singalong moments, there’s something happening that’s worth adding to your plans. Here’s what’s coming up, and what people are actually talking about. Upcoming Concerts in Egypt 2026 Andrea Bocelli May 26, City of Arts and Culture, New Administrative Capital, 9pm This is easily one of the biggest concerts in Egypt this season. Andrea Bocelli arrives in Cairo with his Romanza...

Getting from one place to another by plane takes time: airport, flight, passport control. You want to stay comfortable and still look good, maybe even snap a photo or two. Adidas and Saudia have released a travel-focused clothing line for moments like this. The “Made to Fly” collection launched on April 20. The collection includes a tracksuit that's ideal for airport walks, long hours on a plane, and waiting in passport control. As seen in the promo photos, it comes in four colors: black, dark green, deep red, and off-white. The design features subtle aviation-inspired details and Saudia logo. If...