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6 Things We’re Excited About This Week in Beirut

June is coming to an end, and apart from the endless beach trips we’ve been planning, here are 6 things happening this week in Beirut that we’re excited about.

Tuesday, June 23: Mario Moubarak Live at Metro Al Madina

A comeback we’ve been looking forward to, Mario Moubarak is bringing his comedy chops to Metro Al Madina. Fresh off a year filled with airport interrogations and online “controversy”, he’s turning it all into a brutally honest show.

Wednesday, June 24: BEIRUT ART DAYS 2026 at Kulturnest

As part of Beirut Art Days 2026, Havens opens at Kulturnest for four days of art and reflection. The exhibition joins a citywide celebration of culture under the theme “Art Is Our Capital,” inviting visitors to explore works centered on refuge, belonging, and shared spaces.

Thursday, June 25: The DOORA Fashion Show

The first secondhand fashion show in the region, DOORA is a Beirut-based fashion resale app that wants to break the stigma around secondhand fashion. Their upcoming fashion show puts resale fashion center stage, highlighting unique looks sourced entirely from preloved items.

Friday, June 26: Chef’s Table: Garden of Èden at Arthaus Beirut

What did tabbouleh taste like before tomatoes reached our region? The inaugural ÈDN City Table is inviting guests on a journey through the histories that shaped the food of West Asia, North Africa, and Southern Europe. Hosted at Arthaus Beirut, the one-night experience features a ten-course menu exploring terroir, migration, trade routes, and forgotten culinary connections.

Saturday, June 27: Saj Bread Workshop at Hkeeli Ya Janoub in Beit Beirut

As part of the Hkeeli Ya Janoub exhibition at Beit Beirut, this hands-on workshop invites participants to learn the art of saj bread-making from Sitt Salma, a baker from South Lebanon.

Sunday, June 28: Early 2000’s Sunset Event with Iconik and District 7

Spend your evening painting, sipping cocktails, and enjoying sunset views at this themed rooftop gathering in Downtown Beirut. Inspired by 2000s pop culture, the event invites guests to decorate a fan or canvas while listening to nostalgic hits.

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