Aida at the Pyramids, Cairo
Oct 2008 (annual)
Pyramids at Giza, Cairo
What could be more spectacular than a production of Verdi's Aida staged in front of the Giza Pyramid, just outside Cairo? Sometimes annual (but not in 2004) the Cairo Opera House gives performances of Verdi's opera, where the triumphal march will be one of the most lavish things you have ever seen.Sound & Light Show at Karnak Temple, Luxor (Daily)
The Sound and Light Show at Karnak starts with a historical introduction covering the birth of the great city of Thebes and erection of the Karnak Temple.The show narrates the glorious achievements of some great Pharaohs as spectators listen to a magnificent and poetic description of the artistic treasures and great legacy which the Karnak temple encloses. Book Now
Alexandria Film Festival
During September 2008, the Alexandria Film Festival, organized by the Egyptian Association of Film Writers and Critics, aims to broaden film culture and strengthen the relationships between filmmakers throughout the world. Although films from all countries are welcome, the festival places particular focus on Mediterranean productions. Entries are organized into two main sections: Competition and Out of Competition, with the former solely dedicated to feature films from Mediterranean countries.
Marina Street Festival
1 Mar - 30 Nov 2008; Friday only (annual)
Abu Tig Marina, El Gouna
Taking place every Friday night from March until November, The Marina Street Festival in Abu Tig Marina, El Gouna, stages a variety of entertaining activities suitable for the whole family.
North Sinai Diving
1 May - 31 Oct 2008 (annual)
North Sinai offers the diver a very different experience to the more developed diving areas further south. The clear waters offer perfect visibility and some of the least spoilt reefs off the Egyptian coast.
Sinai International Bowling Tournament, Cairo
30 Apr - 8 May 2008 (annual)
International Bowling Center, Cairo
Organised by the Egyptian Federation of Bowling, Cairo's annual Sinai International Bowling Tournament attracts teams of men and women to compete for the final prize of US$32,000.
La Casa Exhibition, Cairo
Jun - Jul 2008 (annual)
Cairo International Conference Centre (CICC), Cairo
La Casa is Egypt's premier home and furniture show, held every year at the CICC in Cairo. The products on display range from soft furnishings to lighting and garden furniture.
Pharaohs Rally, Cairo
Sep - Oct 2008 (annual) Cairo
The Pharaohs Rally celebrates its tenth anniversary in 2007. A thrilling ten-day endurance race across the Sahara desert, it attracts competitors from around the world. The 3000km circular route begins under the gaze of the Sphinx in Giza, just outside Cairo, and ends up back in the lively Egyptian capital.
Moulid of Abu El Haggag, Luxor
Held every year, two weeks prior to the beginning of Ramadan, the Moulid of Abu el-Haggag celebrates Luxor's patron sheikh with a two-day street festival; horse races, music, dance and tahtib, stick fights to the music of drums, are all part of the entertainment. Book your room now 
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