TOP FESTIVALS TO PARTICIPATE IN MOROCCO
Top Festivals in Morocco for visitors to attend
There are so many reasons why travelers love coming to Morocco as its a geographically diverse land rich in history and culture and very famous for its hospitality, there are many things to see and explore especially the festivals and celebrations that happen during all seasons.
When planning your Morocco Tours you may schedule them so you get the opportunity to attend some of these vibrant celebrations.
Celebrations in Morocco vary from religious holidays to parades and traditional fetes such as:
Marrakech International Film Festival
The city of Marrakech holds this famous event each year during fall or winter and lasts four days.
This prestigious cinematic event exhibits many international films and attracts a lot of film directors, producers, actors and journalists.
If you're interested in cinema, films and entertainment then this is a good festival for you as its ticket prices start from $10.
This is a celebrations that runs for 10 days usually held in May or June and takes place in the city of Fes. Its mission is to demonstrate traditional, spiritual and sacred music from all around the world and celebrates artists from different backgrounds and religions. This is a perfect festival for music lovers and those who are interested in diverse cultures.
Ramadan is the ninth month of the lunar calendar, observed by Muslims worldwide as a month of fasting, prayer, reflection, and community.
Visiting during this month offers a unqiue perspective for travelers as they'll find the streets and locals more quiet and subdued during daytime as it's fasting time but after the evening it's a completely different story as they'll get to enjoy the iftar and witness the traditional customs and celebrations of the locals and participate in them.
Marrakech Popular Arts Festival
Marrakech holds this festival every July where they celebrate and display Moroccan traditional arts from music to dance and crafts. UNESCO has classified this street theater festival as a "masterpiece of cultural heritage". Djemaa el-Fna Square is even more turbulent than usual on the evening of the opening parade, with more than 500 artists.
This event is mostly free as some displays require fees for entry.
Asilah Arts Festival
This small medina of Asilah that's situated near Tanger proudly holds this Arts festival yearly during summer where they celebrate their artists and let them showcase their talents by displaying their mural paintings, exhibitions and cultural performances in this event.
This festival is free to attend and is perfect for photographers or any people who love the arts and seek creative inspiration.
Imilchil a marriage festival in the Atlas mountains
Every year during September in the village of Imilchil in the Middle Atlas, young berbers organise a party that lasts for 3 days to celebrate marriage in this festival.
Everyone dresses up, wearing their best attire that's comprised of white djellabas, wool capes and elaborate jewelry. This festival is free to attend and is perfect for couples who are planning to marry or those interested in Amazigh culture.
This beautiful festival is held in the small village of Tafraoute that's to the south of Marrakech and takes place in spring usually in the second week of February when the trees are at at their blossoming peak.
It was traditionally organised for harvest in this Moroccan almonds capital however now travelers can expect celebrations with traditional dance, berber folklore and songs, blossoming trees and delicious local cuisine like the special dish of "Amlu" made by mixing almonds, argan and olive oil. This festival is perfect for travelers who wants to get a sense of local Moroccan culture and hospitality.
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