By Flavia Voican · Updated April 14, 2026
By Flavia Voican · Updated April 14, 2026
Cairo hosts over 150 annual cultural and entertainment events, with the Cairo International Film Festival drawing approximately 100,000 attendees each October.
| Month | Event | Type | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Cairo International Jazz Festival | Music | 200-800 EGP |
| February | Egyptian Museum Winter Exhibitions | Art | FREE |
| March | Cairo International Book Fair | Book Fair | 50-200 EGP |
| April | Islamic Cairo Heritage Walks | Art | 150 EGP |
| May | Cairo International Festival for Theatre | Theatre | 100-500 EGP |
| June | Cairo Jazz Festival | Music | 250-1000 EGP |
| July | Nile River Festival at Roda Island | Festival | FREE |
| August | Old Cairo Craft Fair | Art | FREE |
| September | Cairo International Film Festival Pre-Events | Film | 100-300 EGP |
| October | Cairo International Film Festival | Film | 150-600 EGP |
| November | Cairo International Food Festival | Food | 300-1200 EGP |
| December | Cairo Christmas Market | Festival | FREE |
February 28: Egyptian Museum Thursday Free Entry (all galleries, including Tutankhamun's artifacts).
August 15: Old Cairo Craft Fair at Khan el-Khalili (traditional pottery and jewelry demonstrations, no entry fee).
July 10: Nile River Sunset Concerts at Zamalek Park (local Egyptian orchestras perform every Thursday evening, free seating available).
October is the optimal month for major events, particularly the Cairo International Film Festival. Book tickets for top events 3-6 months in advance via the official Cairo Events app or website. The Ministry of Culture's "Cairo Events" app provides the most current listings and ticketing for all public events.
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