Aswan International Women Film Festival

Aswan Women Film Festival

View on map
Arts & CultureAswan
DatesDates TBA · Usually AprilCheck locally before booking
Duration1 dayListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsThe festival's four-pillar structure sets it
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: EGP
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Aswan International Women Film Festival in Aswan

Founded in 2017 by screenwriter Mohamed Abdel Khalek, Aswan International Women Film Festival is Egypt's first annual festival built around women's issues and women filmmakers, spanning screenings, activist forums, filmmaking workshops and producer networking. Its modest scale and Nile-side Aswan setting make it a more intimate alternative to Egypt's larger industry festivals.

Aswan International Women Film Festival was founded in 2017 by Egyptian screenwriter Mohamed Abdel Khalek as the country's first annual festival built specifically around women's issues and women filmmakers, with a regional lens that extends across the wider Middle East and North Africa rather than focusing on Egypt alone.
Your trip starts here
What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The festival's four-pillar structure sets it apart from a standard screening series: alongside public film showings, it runs a forum convening activists from multiple countries, workshops training young filmmakers, and networking sessions for producers, so a single festival pass can mean access to panel discussions as easily as movie tickets

02

The mystery stays covered

Its founding mission as Egypt's first annual festival dedicated to women's issues and filmmakers gives it a specialised identity distinct from Egypt's general-interest film festivals

03

The city starts moving

Hosting it in Aswan, far from the Cairo-Alexandria film industry corridor, keeps the event smaller and more discussion-focused rather than red-carpet driven

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The festival is organised around four fixed components each edition: public film screenings

Water and renewal

Living ritual

an activist forum

The sacred route

Living ritual

filmmaking workshops and producer networking sessions

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually April

Getting around

Stay close enough to the part of Aswan you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.

What to wear

Light, breathable clothing suits Aswan's warm April climate, with a modest layer for panel discussions and forum sessions where a smart-casual look fits better than beachwear.

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

Base yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if Aswan International Women Film Festival runs late.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

EGP

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map24.09 N, 32.90 EOpen in Google Maps

Aswan, Aswan, Egypt

Nearest airportASW — Aswan
TransportStay close enough to the part of Aswan you will actually use, especially if the event runs late.
Stay areaBase yourself where the last trip of the day stays easy, especially if Aswan International Women Film Festival runs late.

Your Trip Starts Here

External travel services to turn the plan into a trip — each opens in a new tab.

How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Aswan via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Aswan, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for April.Compare faresFestival gearLight, breathable clothing suits Aswan's warm April climate, with a modest layer for panel discussions and forum sessions where a smart-casual look fits better than beachwear.Shop the kitCheck visa requirementsSee whether you need a visa for Egypt and apply online.Check entry rulesTravel insuranceCover for trip hiccups, gear and health on the road.Get covered

We may earn a small commission from trusted travel partners at no extra cost to you.

FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Aswan International Women Film Festival?

Aswan International Women Film Festival is listed for Past edition: 20 April 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Aswan International Women Film Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Aswan, Egypt. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

One day is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Needs editorial review. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Aswan, Aswan, Egypt

Is it family friendly?

unknown

Sources and editorial review

About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

Found something inaccurate or outdated? Email hello@eventisimus.com with the festival page link and the correction.

Official URLAwaiting confirmation
Organizer accessAre you the organizer? Claim this listing →
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually April
Source statusNeeds editorial review
Related festivals

Continue the route.

Photo pending

Buenos Aires International Book Fair

Past edition: 23 April–11 May 2026

Buenos Aires, Argentina
Photo pending

Cairo International Book Fair

Past edition: 21 January–3 February 2026

Cairo, Egypt
Photo pending

Pageant of the Masters

Not represented as one continuous festival occurrence

Laguna Beach, United States
Photo pending

Annecy International Animation Film Festival

Past edition: 8–14 June 2025

Annecy, France

Spotted something out of date? Submit a correction →