Egypt’s Eid Al-Fitr 2026: Celebrations from Cairo to the Red Sea

Eid Al-Fitr 2026 promises a vibrant array of events across Egypt, from lively beach parties on the Red Sea to captivating comedy shows in Cairo. This year’s celebrations, running from March 19 to March 23, offer a diverse range of entertainment options for residents and tourists alike.

Red Sea Revelry

Somabay’s Lineup

Somabay is set to host a series of events, kicking off with a ‘2000s Flashback’ Party featuring Bubblegum Kollectiv on March 20th at Sobar Rooftop by CJC. Reservations are available via Sobar Rooftop’s Instagram. Seba Beach by CJC will similarly host Dutch DJ Joep Mencke alongside local talents Dou B2B A. Salah and A-Mou for an all-day beach event on March 21st. Reservations can be made through Seba Beach by CJC. The festivities continue with Disco Arabesquo and The StALIon taking over Sobar Rooftop on March 22nd, also with reservations available through their Instagram. Human Figures, bringing the Amsterdam-based NO ART party series, will be held in Somabay on March 22nd, featuring ANOTR, Chris Stussy, Chloé Caillet, Misty, and Job Jobse B2B Palms Trax. The No Art Festival extends into the morning of March 23rd with an afterparty at The Theater, Somabay, featuring Chloé Caillet, Job Jobse, and Misty.

Ain El Sokhna’s Entertainment

Ulter presents an Eid event at Palm Beach, Ain El Sokhna on March 21st, headlined by Mrak (one half of Tale of Us), alongside German DJ Magdalena and local acts Dozee and Amgad. Reservations are available through Ulter’s Instagram. Il Monte Galala, also in Ain El Sokhna, will host The Moment Festival on March 21st, featuring WhoMadeWho, Alex Wann, Mind Against, and Stasi Sanlin. Tickets are available through TicketEgypt Venflare.

Cairo’s Cultural and Nightlife Scene

Music and Dance

The Village in 6th of October City will host Italian DJ Lehar and Serbian producer Coeus on March 20th. Tickets are available through TicketsMarche. Cairo Jazz Club 610 in Sheikh Zayed will feature a live performance by oud player and vocalist Saad El Oud on March 21st. Bookings can be made via Cairo Jazz Club’s official website.

Unique Experiences

For a more relaxed experience, Brush It is hosting Paint & Sip sessions at Katameya Heights on March 21st, offering guided workshops for canvas or ceramic vase painting. Reservations are available via Brush It. Comedian Tarek Elebiary returns with the third edition of his interactive comedy show ‘Zarf Tarek Gedan’ at the Heliopolis Library Theater on March 22nd. Tickets are available through TicketsMarche.

El Gouna’s Vibrant Parties

The Venue in El Gouna will host ‘Matchbox’ by Longfin Experience on March 21st, featuring Benja B2B Franc Fala, Delrady, Joella Jackson, Rooleh, Tom Nolan, and Ziad Mousa. Reservations and inquiries can be made through Longfin Experience’s official Instagram page.

Joep Mencke will conclude the weekend with a guided breathwork session at Seba Beach in Somabay on March 23rd.