Music & Festivals

Under the title of “Dabke Fever,” the Jabalna Association is bringing back the National Dabke Festival to Maaser el Chouf on 2 September.

Despite being a relatively new addition to the country’s list of festivals, Sidon International Festival (SIF) has quickly established itself as one not to miss.

With festival season coming to a close, we round off one last compilation of events not to miss.

Bringing top acts to the Bekaa, the International Festivals of Zahle returns for its second year.

We caught with the Lebanese-French trumpet virtuoso Ibrahim Maalouf as he gears up to perform at the Batroun International Festival.

Since 1996, the Tyre International Festival has been bringing the best of Arabic music to South Lebanon. 

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.

Back for its 16th edition, the Byblos International Festival brings pop, rock and dance to the ancient city.

In case you’re still undecided, check out this selection of weekend events we’ve rounded up.