Cairo Jazz Festival

مهرجان القاهرة للجاز

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MusicCairo
DatesDates TBA · Usually AutumnCheck locally before booking
DurationAutumnEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forLive music, late nightsThe festival's setting is a genuine draw on
Language["ar"]Currency: EGP
CategoryMusicFestival type
The story

Cairo Jazz Festival in Cairo

Cairo Jazz Festival, founded in 2009 by keyboardist Amro Salah on a shoestring budget, has grown into one of the region's established international jazz gatherings. Its main stages sit in Al-Azhar Park's landscaped gardens overlooking old Cairo, with after-hours sets at Cairo Jazz Club and additional programming at the Darb 1718 arts centre.

Cairo Jazz Festival began in 2009 when keyboardist Amro Salah organised the first edition on a budget of roughly nine thousand Egyptian pounds, a modest start for an event that has since grown into one of the region's more established international jazz gatherings.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

The festival's setting is a genuine draw on its own: its main stages sit inside Al-Azhar Park, a landscaped public garden built over a former rubble dump with skyline views toward the Citadel and old Cairo, a backdrop few Cairo music venues can match

02

The mystery stays covered

Its founding on a budget of roughly nine thousand Egyptian pounds in 2009 gives it a grassroots origin story distinct from more institutionally backed Egyptian festivals

03

The city starts moving

Cultural-exchange partnerships with foreign embassies have periodically brought touring international musicians to share stages with Egypt's own jazz scene, framing the event as much around musical exchange as performance

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

Symbols

Custom

Cairo Jazz Festival is documented as a recurring music festival in the Eventisimus atlas.

Participation

Calendar

Some moments are open to visitors; others belong to local participants. Follow barriers, steward instructions, and local etiquette.

Place memory

Place

The strongest version of the event is the one tied to Cairo, not a generic copy of the same category elsewhere.

The local code

Meaning

The festival's setting is a genuine draw on its own: its main stages sit inside Al-Azhar Park, a landscaped public garden built over a former rubble...

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually Autumn

Getting around

For Cairo Jazz Festival, plan transport around the exact Cairo venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Comfortable shoes suit Al-Azhar Park's hillside paths between stages, with a light layer for cooling autumn evenings; Cairo Jazz Club's later sets call for a slightly dressier casual look.

Safety

Keep phone power, water, and a clear meeting point sorted before the main crowd arrives.

Where to stay

For Cairo Jazz Festival, stay near the part of Cairo you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Ticketing varies by venue and stage. Confirm official passes before booking travel.

Language/currency

["ar"] · EGP

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map30.06 N, 31.25 EOpen in Google Maps

Cairo, Cairo, Egypt

Nearest airportCAI — Cairo
TransportFor Cairo Jazz Festival, plan transport around the exact Cairo venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Cairo Jazz Festival, stay near the part of Cairo you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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How to get thereRoutes, times and prices to Cairo via local transport.Search routesFind a place to stayStays near Cairo, close enough for the event-day route.Browse staysFind flightsCompare fares into the nearest practical airport for festival season.Compare faresFestival gearComfortable shoes suit Al-Azhar Park's hillside paths between stages, with a light layer for cooling autumn evenings; Cairo Jazz Club's later sets call for a slightly dressier casual look.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

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Cairo Jazz Festival?

Cairo Jazz Festival is listed for Multiple months · Autumn. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Cairo Jazz Festival take place?

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

How long should I plan for?

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

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Cairo, Cairo, 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 URLcairojazzfest.com
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SourceSource link available
Listed datesDates TBA · Usually Autumn
Source statusOfficial source linked
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