The 34th edition of the Citadel International Festival for Music and Singing continues its activities with a new night featuring Egyptian stars Sherif Mounir and Medhat Saleh.
The performances are being held at the Al-Mahky Theatre at the historic Salah El-Din Citadel, as part of a diverse musical program bringing together Arabic music, international compositions and different generations of artists.
Sherif Mounir Opens Tonight's Citadel Festival Concert
Artist Sherif Mounir and his band are scheduled to take the stage at 8 p.m. for the opening segment of the concert.
Mounir will present a special musical performance centered on his skills as a drummer, alongside a selection of well-known Arabic and international musical compositions.
His performance combines live musicianship with an entertaining stage presentation, offering the festival audience a different musical experience.
Medhat Saleh Performs His Biggest Hits
The second part of the evening features Egyptian singer Medhat Saleh, who will perform a selection of his most popular songs.
The program is expected to include some of Saleh's best-known works from the 1990s and 2000s, giving fans an opportunity to enjoy songs that have remained popular across generations.
Citadel Festival 2026 Schedule Through August 24
The Citadel International Festival for Music and Singing continues through August 24, featuring a wide range of Egyptian and Arab artists as well as different musical experiences.
August 20 Concerts
On August 20, the audience will meet artist Saad Al-Oud, followed by a performance by the piano and violin duo Fouad and Mounib.
August 21 Concerts
Sheikh Mahmoud El-Tohamy and Fathy Salama will present their performance titled “Sufism and Modernity,” followed by a concert featuring Tariq Al-Arabi Tourgane and his children.
August 22 Concerts
The August 22 program features the Cairo Symphony Orchestra, which will perform “Carmina Burana,” followed by a concert by the band “Ayyamna El-Helwa.”
August 23 Concerts
The August 23 lineup includes performances by “Choral On” and “Bollywood,” before Egyptian singer Ali El-Haggar takes the stage to close the evening.
August 24: Citadel Festival Closing Night
The 34th edition of the Citadel International Festival for Music and Singing will conclude on August 24 with a performance by percussionist and musician Nesma Abdel Aziz, followed by a concert by Medhat Saleh.
A Diverse Musical Experience at the Citadel Festival
The Citadel Festival continues to offer audiences a broad musical program that brings together major Egyptian and Arab stars, established musicians and different artistic experiences.
With concerts spanning several musical styles, the festival remains one of the prominent summer cultural events, attracting audiences looking for live performances in the historic setting of the Salah El-Din Citadel.
When is the Sherif Mounir and Medhat Saleh concert?
The concert is part of the 34th Citadel Festival, with Sherif Mounir scheduled to perform first at 8 p.m., followed by Medhat Saleh.
When does the Citadel Festival 2026 end?
The 34th edition is scheduled to conclude on August 24, 2026.
Who are the أبرز artists participating in the Citadel Festival?
The lineup includes Sherif Mounir, Medhat Saleh, Ali El-Haggar, Nesma Abdel Aziz, Mahmoud El-Tohamy and Tariq Al-Arabi Tourgane.
Where are the Citadel Festival concerts held?
The concerts are held at the Al-Mahky Theatre at the Salah El-Din Citadel in Cairo.
