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12 Fun Events Happening In Lebanon This Weekend
There’s more to this weekend than the regular weekly parties, in fact we’re looking forward to a tango workshop, a hiking trip in the snow, and a clothing swap. Read on!
1. The Ballroom Blitz: Egyptian Lover / Interstellar Funk / Sama’
What: Don’t miss out on the three-roomed party venue this weekend, where the Ballroom Blitz is making use of all that space and bridging techno and oriental touches together with Egyptian Lover, Interstellar Funk & Sama’.
When: Friday January 11
Where: The Ballroom Blitz
For more information click here.
2. Ma Fina Nedfa3 Ma Ra7 Nedfa3!
What: Adapted and directed by Lina Abyad and written by Dario FO, this play centers around inflation reaching an all-time high in the country. It revolves around Antoinette and Rita who try desperately to hide their ‘liberated’ goods before their husbands and the police catch up with them.
When: Thursday January 10 till Sunday January 27
Where: The Sunflower Theatre
For more information click here.
3. Free Event: Writing Day | New Years edition
What: Bring a notebook, a pen, and an easy-going attitude (if you’re working on a project, go ahead and bring your laptop). You will be surrounded by like-minded writers from all over the city and inspired with bottomless coffee refills!
When: Saturday January 12
Where: Aaliya’s Books
For more information click here.
4. Beirut Grand Ball
What: Get your charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent ready for every corner of the stage this weekend, where you have the complete liberty to be extra, free, and be whoever you want to impress the judges. If you believe you’ve got it all and are ready to showcase that to the world, then this is the stage for you.
When: Sunday January 13
Where: Projekt
For more information click here.
5. Garabala Live At Metro
What: Garabala is an acoustic band reviving Armenian folk music in their own unique way. Don’t miss out on this one because their music repertoire is distinguishable and diverse: Armenian folk music, Tsigane, Jazz and others.
When: Saturday January 11 – Sunday January 12
Where: Metro Al Madina
For more information click here.
6. The BGC All-Nighter starring JJ Whitefield (Poets of Rhythm)
What: Still lingering over New Year’s feels, BGC are now kicking off 2019 with a bang! Join their all-nighter all-fun party this FRIDAY the 11th, and party away with DJ, digger, composer, producer and bandleader JJ Whitefield (DE, Poets of Rhythm, Ninja Tune, Karl Hector & the Malcouns), taking his place behind the decks for the second BGC All-Nighter of the new year at KED!
When: Friday January 11
Where: KED
For more information click here.
7. Snowshoeing to Tannourine Reserve
What: For a well-spent weekend and a chance to be a tourist in your own country, don’t miss out on the opportunity to explore and discover the Tannourine reserve this Sunday, on a snowshoeing trip with ProMax.
When: Sunday January 11
Where: Tannourine
For more information click here.
8. Argentine Tango Workshop
What: Do something different this weekend and attend the Argentine Tango workshop. It’s equal parts fun AND rewarding for all beginner, intermediate, and advanced level dancers.
When: Saturday January 12
Where: Mazen Kiwan The Academy
For more information click here.
9. Finally a Clothing Swap in Beirut!
What:Are you familiar with the clothing swap concept? If not, get an up close and personal preview this Sunday as it makes its debut in Lebanon. You will also have the opportunity to attend a FREE yoga class given by Meraki Lebanon!
When: Sunday January 13
Where: Luna’s Kitchen
For more information click here.
10. House of Pop: Entertain Us
What: Join the Grand Factory on a grand sonic trip across different music genres that the Gods of Pop themselves have curated.
When: Friday January 11
Where: The Grand Factory
For more information click here.
11. Reunion: Acid Arab, Nesta
What: Play witness to Reunion as its walls attempt to contain ACID ARAB’s energy as the duo play a set of their hybrid sound. Nesta and Rita also take the altar, a night not to be missed!
When: Saturday January 12
Where: The Grand Factory
For more information click here.
12. Hang w/ Loui Fernandez & Gunther
What: Catch the one and only Loui Fernandez this Friday and come dance until the early hours of the morning. Not one to miss a celebration? Stick around and sing happy birthday to Gunther who’s sharing the decks with Mr. Fernandez alongside Redhart and Soapbass.
When: Friday January 11
Where: HNGR
For more information click here.