Morocco’s festival season kicks off in mid-May and stretches throughout the summer, offering a rich cultural lineup spanning sacred music, comedy, jazz, electronic beats and popular arts.
For music lovers, cultural explorers and concert-goers planning their diaries, the wait is over. Here is your definitive, chronological guide to Morocco’s officially confirmed 2026 festival lineup.
June 2026
Fes Festival of World Sacred Music (29th Edition)
Dates: June 4 – June 7, 2026 | Location: Fes
The season opens with one of Morocco’s most iconic cultural events. This edition highlights “Fez and the Mâalemines, guardians of crafts tradition and heritage,” bringing together international artists in historic venues such as Bab Makina, blending spiritual music with ancestral craftsmanship.
Marrakech Comedy Festival (1st Edition)
Dates: June 4 – June 6, 2026 | Location: Marrakech
The comedy scene returns with a new format after a four-year break. The festival moves to Palais des Congrès, featuring Francophone and Arabic-language shows, with Malik Bentalha as artistic director and Moroccan comedian Eko leading the Arabic segment.
Mawazine – Rhythms of the World (21st Edition)
Dates: June 19 – June 27, 2026 | Location: Rabat
Morocco’s biggest music festival returns to the capital for nine days of performances across multiple stages, bringing together major international and Arab artists.
Gnaoua and World Music Festival (27th Edition)
Dates: June 25 – June 27, 2026 | Location: Essaouira
Essaouira transforms into a global music hub, hosting more than 400 musicians and 42 maâlems in a celebration of Gnaoua heritage and world fusion music.
July 2026
National Festival of Popular Arts (55th Edition)
Dates: July 2 – July 6, 2026 | Location: Marrakech
A celebration of Moroccan folklore under the theme “Popular arts: treasures of yesterday and today,” featuring performances at El Badi Palace and Jemaa el-Fnaa. This edition is set to honor folk star Zina Daoudia.
Jazzablanca (19th Edition)
Dates: July 2 – July 11, 2026 | Location: Casablanca
Jazzablanca brings jazz, indie and pop performances to Anfa Park, turning Casablanca into a major summer music hub.
September 2026
L’Boulevard (24th Edition)
Dates: September 4 – September 6, 2026 | Location: Casablanca
A leading platform for Morocco’s alternative scene, L’Boulevard returns with hip-hop, rock, metal, and electronic music, spotlighting emerging urban talent.
Tanjazz (23rd Edition)
Dates: September 18 – September 20, 2026 | Location: Tangier
Tangier hosts its signature jazz festival, featuring a mix of classic and experimental performances across the city’s cultural venues.
Moga Festival
Dates: September 30 – October 4, 2026 | Location: Essaouira
Moga blends electronic music, wellness and art, merging techno and house sounds with Moroccan cultural influences on the Atlantic coast.
November 2026
Visa For Music (13th Edition)
Dates: November 18 – November 21, 2026 | Location: Rabat
Visa For Music brings together artists from Africa and the Middle East in a professional music market and showcase platform in Rabat.
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