Medhat Saleh Ends El Qalaa Festival 2026 with a Massive Crowd and a Night Full of Classic Hits
Egyptian singer Medhat Saleh brought the 34th edition of the El Qalaa International Festival for Music and Singing to a spectacular close, performing in front of more than 9,000 spectators and delivering some of his most beloved songs in a highly emotional and energetic night. 🎤✨
The 34th El Qalaa International Festival for Music and Singing came to an end with a special musical night led by Egyptian star Medhat Saleh, whose performance attracted a massive audience and created one of the most memorable moments of the festival's 2026 edition.
More than 9,000 spectators attended the closing night, reflecting the continued popularity of Medhat Saleh and the strong connection he has built with audiences across generations. 🎶❤️
🎤 A powerful opening with “Zay Ma Heya Habaha”
Medhat Saleh opened his performance with “Zay Ma Heya Habaha”, immediately receiving a warm response from the audience.
He appeared on stage in a youthful white outfit, accompanied by his musical band under the direction of maestro and pianist Amr Selim.
The huge turnout even required additional seating to accommodate the crowds who arrived to attend the festival's final night. 👏
❤️ “I wait for this night every year”
During the concert, Medhat Saleh expressed his happiness at performing at El Qalaa once again.
He described the occasion as being similar to his birthday and said that he looks forward to it every year, emphasizing his deep appreciation for the audience.
He also welcomed Amr Selim and addressed the crowd with a playful statement that reflected the relaxed atmosphere of the evening: “Tonight, I belong to you.”
🎶 A journey through Medhat Saleh's greatest songs
The concert featured a selection of Medhat Saleh's most recognizable songs, including:
🔸 “Wala Teswa Dmoa”
🔸 “Bahlam Ala Qaddi”
🔸 “Men Nazra”
🔸 “Kawkab Tany”
🔸 “El Millionaires”
🔸 “Had Ye’oul Le Habibi”
🔸 “Ytqal”
🔸 “Waadi”
🔸 “El Nour Makano Fel Ouloub”
🔸 “3 Salamat”
🔸 “Ibn Masr”
The carefully selected program allowed audiences to revisit different stages of Medhat Saleh's career while enjoying the atmosphere of a live concert. 🎵✨
🎹 Amr Selim adds a special musical touch
Maestro and pianist Amr Selim played a key role throughout the performance, accompanying Medhat Saleh and his band.
His musical presence helped give several of the songs a renewed live character while maintaining the identity of the original works.
🎭 Nasma Abdel Aziz joins the closing night
The closing program also featured renowned marimba player Nasma Abdel Aziz, who performed before Medhat Saleh's main concert.
Her appearance added a different musical color to the evening and contributed to the diversity that characterized the festival's final night.
🏰 A festival that brings generations together
El Qalaa Festival has become one of Egypt's notable annual musical events, offering audiences the opportunity to enjoy a wide range of Arab and international musical styles in a historic setting.
The 34th edition featured numerous artists and bands, including Ali El Haggar, Hesham Abbas, Sheikh Yassin El Tohamy, Sherif Mounir, Wust El Balad, Nasma Mahgoub, Aziz Maraka, Samar Tarik, Mahmoud El Tohamy and Fathy Salama, among others.
The diversity of performers helped attract different generations and musical tastes throughout the festival. 🇪🇬🎼
❤️ A memorable ending
Medhat Saleh's closing concert combined nostalgia, classic Egyptian music and strong audience interaction.
The crowd's participation transformed many songs into collective sing-alongs, creating an atmosphere that went beyond a traditional concert.
With the final performance, the 34th edition of El Qalaa Festival concluded on a high note, leaving audiences with a memorable night filled with music, emotion and some of Medhat Saleh's most iconic songs. ✨🎤
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