If you feel like going on a musical adventure or spending time exploring Lebanon’s hidden parts, you’ve come to the right place! Check out our event picks for the weekend.
1. STABAT MATER – G. ROSSINI
On the occasion of the 150th anniversary of Rossini’s death, the Baalbeck International Festival is honoring the great composer’s legacy with a special performance of “Stabat Mater.”
When: Saturday 28 July
Where: Bacchus Temple, Baalbeck
For more info: Visit baalbeck.org.lb
2. “HIDDEN PART OF BAALBECK” HIKE BY LEBANON STORIES
Photo: Jubran Elias
This weekend, join Lebanon Stories for a tour with a difference. Experience Baalbeck like never before to discover its hidden gems and taste all of its food, too.
When: Sunday 29 July
Where: Baalbeck
For more info: Visit the Facebook Event Page
3. KADIM EL SAHIR
The most celebrated Arab singer and composer is back again, this time for two consecutive nights.
When: Friday 27 and Saturday 28 July
Where: Beiteddine Palace
For more info: Visit beiteddine.org
4. “THE SHAPE OF A CITY” EXHIBITION
British artist Nathaniel Rackowe explores the ever-changing nature of cities, with all its ups and downs, using industrial material combined with artificial lighting; and what better departure point than the city that has been rebuilt from the ground up seven times.
When: Saturday 28 July
Where: Letitia Gallery, Hamra
For more info: Visit letitiagallerybeirut.com
5. UNITE WITH TOMORROWLAND
For the second consecutive year, Beirut will be connected live to the Tomorrowland stage in Belgium for an unforgettable night featuring the world’s biggest DJs.
When: Saturday 28 July
Where: Seaside Arena, Beirut
For more info: Visit tomorrowland.com
6. MAGIDA EL ROUMI
Cedars International Festival will close its 2018 edition with a magical performance by Lebanese soprano Majida el Roumi.
When: Saturday 28 July
Where: The Cedars, North Lebanon
For more info: Visit ticketingboxoffice.com
7. LOUTFI BOUSHNAQ
Best known for his refinement of Tunisian folkloric music, Loutfi Bushnaq will perform at the iconic Beaufort Castle in Tyre for a mesmerizing night.
When: Saturday 28 July
Where: Beaufort Castle, Tyre
For more info: Visit tyreinternationalfestival.com
8. MELONHEAD MUSIC FESTIVAL
Celebrating the best of the Indie music scene, the MelonHead Festival brings together the biggest independent names both locally and internationally for its highly-anticipated and promising first edition.
When: Sunday 29 July
Where: Beirut Waterfront
For more info: Visit the Facebook Event Page