We know how tiresome your week could get and how bored of routine you might be. We have been looking for new things to do during the weekend because
” الخميس اللي بيجي بعد اسبوع شغل او كلية بيبقي حاجه تانية خالص”
And so… here are 5 things that you can do over the weekend to break your routine, jam to your favorite music at Zamalek Theatre, have a good laugh at Comedy Set’s newest all-female standup comedy, take a stroll in Aisha Fahmy’s palace and look at the beautiful art gallery, or explore the new exhibit at the Coptic Museum.
1. The New Exhibit at Coptic Museum “Escape to Egypt”
If you love learning about Egypt’s history and traveling through time to see the beauty of the historical antiquities, this is the place for you.
In celebration of the Coptic Museum’s 112th anniversary, the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities is putting together the “Escape to Egypt” exhibition to convey the journey of the Holy Family in Egypt and the life of Christ from the annunciation of his birth until the return to Palestine again.
Some of the rarest antiques in the world and in the museum will be portrayed, as well as manuscripts from the Old and New Testaments, rare icons, and a set of modern coins marking the Holy Family’s journey. The Babylon Fort will be open for visitors. You can also enjoy a musical by the Coptic choir, and learn about the significance of each of the Holy Family’s stops in Egypt.
When?
Open till the 30th of June
Where?
Coptic Museum
2. Comedy Set: First EVER Standup Comedy 100% by WOMEN
Did you have a long or boring week? Do you want to just sit back and have a good laugh? This all-female standup comedy organized, hosted, and performed by women will give you just that! Six hilarious standup comedians will be performing on stage at Room Art Space, New Cairo. The standup will also be hosted by THE Sarrah Abdelrahman. It is guaranteed you will have the time of your life and definitely a good laugh!
When?
Wednesday, March 23rd at 20:30
Where?
Room Art Space, New Cairo
Price
150 L.E
Book your ticket now!
3. Art Gallery at Aisha Fahmy’s Palace
If you love art, enjoy gallery strolls, and delve into the beauty of the paintings, then don’t miss the Art Gallery at Aisha Fahmy’s Palace which is ART in itself. This historic gem located in Zamalek area was built by the Egyptian army chief of King Fouad I, Fahmy ben Ali bacha Fahmy for his daughter Princess Aisha.
The Palace is finally open for the public for two months. So get dressed and head there. It is also a great place for a date!
Opening Hours
Sat – Thu 09:00 – 21:00
Where?
Aisha Fahmy’s Palace, 1 Aziz Abaza Street, Cairo
Price
Free entry for 2 months
4. Zamalek Music Week 
A musical festival is unarguably the best way to break a routine, dance the night away, and free your soul!
A first-of-its-kind one-week musical festival is being held at the Zamalek Theatre, bringing together 15 concerts of different musical tastes between rap, rock, underground, African, and folk to cater to every musical taste. There will be daily parties from the 24th to the 31st of March.
Program
March 24 @19:00: El-Waili
March 26 @20:00: Reda El Bahrawy
March 27 @19:00: Rock Night– Strawberry Swing, Paranoid Eyes, and Skeletøn Clique
March 28 @19:00: African Night– Mazeek, High Dam, Meshwar
March 30 @18:00: West El Balad, Hawas, Gawy, and Luka Wel Bateekh
March 31 @19:00: Sha3by Night– Abo Sahar, Gelba, ad DJ Toti
Book your ticket now and have the time of your life with your favorite artists!
5. The God Father 50’s Re-Release
In celebration of The Godfather’s 50th anniversary, Paramount re-release the Francis Ford Coppola classic.
If you’re a movie lover or want to go for your not-so-usual movie night, then Zawya Cinema is the place to be this during the week or over the weekend because the re-release of the Godfather will be showcased at the theatre!
When?
Weekdays and Weekends @12:00 p.m, 15:15, 18:30, and 21:45
Where?
Zawya Cinema
Price
60 L.E
