International Festival of the Saharan Ksour
This festival celebrates the heritage of the ksour, the fortified Berber granaries that are emblematic of south-eastern Tunisia. Parades, music, poetry and re-enactments of traditional life bring the town and its surroundings to life.
Ghriba Pilgrimage
Every year, pilgrims from Tunisia and abroad gather at El Ghriba, one of the oldest synagogues in North Africa. This religious gathering, linked to the Jewish holiday of Lag BaOmer, takes place under conditions that may vary from year to year.
Sparrowhawk Festival
At the tip of Cap Bon, El Haouaria celebrates a rare tradition of hunting with sparrowhawks and falcons. Falconry demonstrations, entertainment and popular festivities mark this festival, which is deeply rooted in local identity.
Carthage International Festival
Founded in the 1960s, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious festivals in the Arab world. Concerts by Tunisian and international artists, theatre and shows follow one another every summer in the ancient setting of the Roman theatre.
Hammamet International Festival
Held in the open-air theatre of the International Cultural Centre, surrounded by gardens by the sea, this summer festival is one of the most renowned in the country. Its programme combines music, theatre and dance, featuring Tunisian and foreign artists.
El Jem International Symphonic Music Festival
Every summer, the Roman amphitheatre of El Jem, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, welcomes orchestras and soloists from many countries. These evening classical concerts offer a unique experience in one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in Africa.
Carthage Theatre Days
This theatre festival brings together Tunisian, Arab and African companies in the venues of Tunis. For about a week, the capital lives to the rhythm of performances, meetings and debates on the performing arts.
Carthage Film Festival (JCC)
Founded in 1966, the JCC is one of the oldest film festivals in Africa and the Arab world. For a week, cinemas in Tunis screen Arab and African films in competition, in front of large and enthusiastic audiences.
International Festival of the Sahara
On the edge of the Grand Erg Oriental, Douz celebrates nomadic culture at one of the oldest festivals in the country. Camel races, fantasias, poetry and traditional music bring the dunes to life for several days.
International Oasis Festival
In the Djerid region, this festival showcases oasis culture and the know-how associated with the date palm. Parades, folk performances and traditional entertainment take place in the heart of the town.