What to Do in Cairo in November 2026: Jazz, Film Festival and Angham
CAIRO · Culture
Angham at the new opera house, three nights of jazz and the film festival from 11 November. The month, day by day.
CAIRO — This guide is for expats, digital nomads and long-stay visitors who want to plan a full month of things to do in Cairo November 2026, not just a weekend of sightseeing.November is one of the best months to be out in Cairo.
The heat has usually broken and evenings are cooler, with jazz, film, theatre and comedy across the city.The first week brings Angham at the New Capital Opera House and the Cairo International Jazz Festival.
The middle of the month brings the Cairo International Film Festival, Max Amini in English and Heba Tawaji at Fustat, a historic park and arena in Old Cairo.Prices below come from the event pages on Ticketsmarche, a Cairo ticketing platform.
Prices converted at about EGP 55.8 per US$ (RT, a financial-data provider, 25 October 2026). The New Administrative Capital, the government’s new city east of Cairo, is far from the centre, so ride-hailing is the practical option.
4 to 7 November: Opera, Jazz and Theatre
Wednesday 4 November and Friday 6 November
Angham at the New Capital Opera House
Main Hall, City of Arts and Culture, New Administrative Capital · EGP 6,500 to EGP 250,000 (about US$117 to US$4,480) across seven categories · Show time not published
Egyptian singer Angham is billed as the first Egyptian and Arab woman to perform in the opera house’s Main Hall, on Egyptian Love Day. A second show on 6 November was added after the first night sold out.
Wednesday 4 to Friday 6 November, 4:30 pm and 8:00 pm
Redeeming Love
Falaki Mainstage Theater, Abdeen, Cairo · EGP 300 (about US$5) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
Thursday 5 to Saturday 7 November
Cairo International Jazz Festival 2026
American University in Cairo (AUC) Tahrir Square campus, Downtown · Price not published here
The festival’s 18th edition lists more than 15 concerts over three days, with artists from eight countries including Egypt, Denmark and Portugal. It also runs workshops, jazz talks and jam sessions.
Thursday 5 November
Gala de Danza
Grand Egyptian Museum (GEM), Giza · Time and price not published
A one-evening gala of ballet and contemporary dance is staged inside the Grand Egyptian Museum, Egypt’s new museum beside the Giza pyramids. Book through the museum’s official channels.
Thursday 5 November, 9:00 pm
Nour Hajjar Stand-Up Show
Teatro 90, a theatre in New Cairo · EGP 1,000 to EGP 1,500 (about US$18 to US$27) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
Friday 6 November, 8:00 pm
Ali Quandil: Ameed El Shabab El Single
Teatro 90, New Cairo · EGP 800 to EGP 1,200 (about US$14 to US$22) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
Friday 6 November, 8:30 pm
Shawshy Time
El Rihany Theater, Downtown Cairo · EGP 300 to EGP 400 (about US$5 to US$7) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
Saturday 7 November, 8:00 pm
Koala Sandwich Live
Teatro 90, New Cairo · EGP 500 to EGP 700 (about US$9 to US$13) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
11 to 14 November: Film, Fustat and Comedy in English
Wednesday 11 to Friday 20 November
Cairo International Film Festival
Cairo Opera House, Gezira, Egypt’s main opera venue · Ticket details on the festival website
Egypt’s long-running international film festival runs for ten days from 11 November, with its headquarters at the Cairo Opera House. Check the official programme for venues and ticket details.
Thursday 12 to Saturday 14 and Wednesday 18 November, several shows a day
Max Amini Live in Cairo
St. Regis hotel, New Administrative Capital · Prices on Ticketsmarche · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
An international stand-up comedian performs in English, with early and late shows. Several dates are listed as sold out, so check availability first.
Thursday 12 November, 8:00 pm
Meen Amin
Ewart Memorial Hall, AUC Tahrir Square · EGP 750 to EGP 2,000 (about US$13 to US$36) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
Friday 13 November, 9:45 pm
Heba Tawaji at Fustat Festival
Fustat, Old Cairo · EGP 900 to EGP 3,000 (about US$16 to US$54) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
A concert by the Lebanese singer Heba Tawaji at Fustat. Arrive early to explore Old Cairo before the show.
Saturday 14 November, 8:00 pm
El Leila El Kebira x Theatro Arkan
Theatro Arkan, a theatre in Arkan Plaza, Sheikh Zayed · EGP 550 to EGP 1,050 (about US$10 to US$19) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
A puppet show listed on Ticketsmarche for this date.
20 to 28 November: Oud, Fustat and Stand-Up
Friday 20 November, 8:30 pm
Saad El Oud
Ewart Memorial Hall, AUC Tahrir Square · EGP 700 to EGP 1,200 (about US$13 to US$22) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
Friday 27 November, 9:30 pm
Tamer Ashour
Fustat, Old Cairo · EGP 800 to EGP 8,334 (about US$14 to US$149) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
Saturday 28 November, 8:00 pm
Sammy Obeid: The Wit Supremacy Tour
Teatro 90, New Cairo · EGP 1,000 to EGP 2,000 (about US$18 to US$36) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
Saturday 28 November, 8:00 pm
Al Gomhour Yoghani
Theatro Arkan, Sheikh Zayed · EGP 500 to EGP 1,500 (about US$9 to US$27) · Tickets on Ticketsmarche
Planning Your Cairo in November
November in Cairo is usually mild by day and cool at night, with little rain. Carry a light jacket for evening events.
No nationwide Egyptian public holiday is confirmed for November 2026. Religious holidays follow the Islamic calendar and can be announced late, so check government notices if you need public services.
Getting around at night is easiest by ride-hailing app, especially for venues in New Cairo, Sheikh Zayed and the New Administrative Capital. Plan your return in advance.
Egypt’s weekend is Friday and Saturday, so many evening events fall on those nights. Several Max Amini shows are sold out, so book early.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the biggest events in Cairo in November 2026?
Angham performs at the New Capital Opera House on 4 and 6 November. The Cairo International Jazz Festival runs 5 to 7 November, and the Cairo International Film Festival opens on 11 November.
When is the Cairo International Film Festival 2026?
It runs from 11 to 20 November, with its headquarters at the Cairo Opera House.
Is November a good month to visit Cairo?
Yes. November usually has mild daytime temperatures, cool evenings and little rain, which suits outdoor and evening events.
Where can I buy tickets for Cairo events in November 2026?
Most concerts, plays and comedy shows listed here sell through Ticketsmarche, a Cairo ticketing platform. The film and jazz festivals publish ticket details on their own websites.
Are there any public holidays in Egypt in November 2026?
No nationwide public holiday is confirmed for November 2026. Religious holidays can be announced late, so check official government notices.
Sources: cairojazzfestival.com, ciff.org.eg, ticketsmarche.com concerts, ticketsmarche.com comedy, Falaki Mainstage Theater listing, egypttoday.com, egyptianstreets.com. Retrieved 25 October 2026.
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