Festivals in Egypt

Festivals in Egypt had a religious significance at the time of the pharaohs. Egypt celebrates the modern religion with the same fervor. Given that Egypt is a secular country, festivals in Egypt are also secular and dynamic, with a joie de vivre that is the hallmark of Egypt.

Listed below are some of major festivals in Egypt:

Prophet Mohammed 'birthday (May)
The birth of the founder of Islam is celebrated with parades. Entire cities are decorated with streamers and lights. The children receive candy and new clothes on this occasion.

Christmas (January)
Celebrated by the Coptic’s of Egypt, the festival of Egypt celebrates the birth of Christ. People go to midnight mass and eat a traditional dish known as fata.

Marriage Pharaonic (November)
The festival celebrates the civilization of ancient Egypt. Couples getting married at the Temple of Karnak Pharaonic royal style, with ancient rites and robes.

Festivals in Egypt
Dedicated to the patron saint of Luxor, the Moulid celebrated the life and times of Abu el Haggag. The highlights of the festival are Egyptian horse racing, dance, music and playing drums. A grand parade caps fervor party.

Wafaa Al-Nil (September)
The festival celebrates the River Nile, the iconic symbol of Egypt since the dawn of time. The modern version of the festival is celebrated through painting competition for children and poetry sessions, seminars and music concerts.