Hear ye, hear ye. Another long weekend is upon us. From July 11 to July 13, we’ll all get that much-needed vacation. If you haven’t set out any plans yet, we’ve got you covered with our handpicked lineup of parties hitting up Sahel this long weekend:
Thursday, July 11
George Gehad & Kareem Saber at Kiki’s
Bringing the heat all the way to Kiki’s is Egyptian DJ George Gehad, a familiar face to Cairo’s party scene. Over the years, he’s been a regular spinner at hot spots like Shinko and Kiki’s.
This July 11, he is once again making an appearance alongside Kareem Saber, an Egyptian resident DJ at Kiki’s. Get ready for some disco, afro, and the more commercial side of the house.
Reda ElBahrawy at Notch Beach Club
You know that addictive hit ‘Nas Minee We Min Damee’ that gets played at every wedding and even featured in a scene from ‘Kamel El Adad’? The artist behind it, Egyptian Shaabi singer Reda ElBahrawy, is bringing that very hype to the Sahel. Catch him live this Thursday at the Notch Beach Club.
Friday, July 12
Mohamed Mounir at New Alamein City
Last year’s major hit is back with an even bigger lineup this year. From Tamer Hosny to Diana Haddad, the Al Alamein Festival is set to bring the heat. Starting off strong, Mohamed Mounir will take the stage and bring us a dose of nostalgia on July 12 during the festival’s first week.
Gawdat, Jamie Jones & More at D-Bay
Probably one of the coolest lineups hitting the North Coast is brought to you by byGanz. This July 12th at D-Bay in Sahel, you can join Egyptian DJ brothers Gawdat, world-renowned Welsh DJ, and producer Jamie Jones, along with Ibiza’s own DJ Joseph Capriati and many others.
Ruby at Kiki’s
It is time to get those hips shaking, and no one knows how to get us on the dance floor quite like Egyptian pop sensation Ruby. This July 12, the mega superstar is shaking up Kiki’s with a special performance.
Hassan Shakoush at Notch Beach Club
The brainchild behind the mega international hit “Bent El Geran,” which has received more remixes than one can imagine, is hitting up the Notch Beach Club to bring some Shaabi spice to the North Coast partygoers. Hassan Shakoush is coming this July 12 and will be accompanied by belly dancer Margarita.
Th;en, Shah, Inferno & Mathilda at La Palma Beach Club
La Palma Beach Club is bringing a spicy lineup for July 12 with German electronic music DJ & producer duo Th;en, German composer Shah, along with Inferno & Mathilda. Get ready for an unforgettable night.
Saturday, July 13
Houda Bondok at Notch Beach Club
Following the trail of Shaabi music taking over the North Coast is Egyptian singer Houda Bondok’s performance at the Notch Beach Club this July 13. The singer will be accompanied by belly dancers Pamela and Anny.
Nawal at O by Michel Fadel
Probably every women’s anthem of 2024, “Mekhasmak” climbed all the ranks as one of the biggest hits of the Arab world. Nawal, the Morrocan pop singer, knows how to get the party started. This July 13 at O by Michel Fadel is bringing the artist to its stage.
Whether you’re looking for a taste of Shaabi, a dive into some pop, or a deep house experience, this long weekend promises an eclectic collection of performances for all types of music lovers.
