Egypt's Best Christmas Bazaars

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Cairo... if you know where to look! Friends of Santa will not be left in the cold looking for Christmassy shopping, foods and atmosphere at these top spots to get in the spirit. We have compiled a list of the best Christmas bazaars to visit in Cairo this season where local shops and artists set up camp to sell festive goods, surrounded by carols, cookies and Christmas tress.

Christmas Carnival @ Galleria 40

Artists such as The Riff Band, Abo Wel Shabab and Glass Onion will get the crowds merry by playing festive tunes.

Details: Friday, December 12, 2014, 12pm - 10pm, 26th July Street, 6th of October City

Weihnachtsbasar @ DEO (Deutsche Schule in Dokki)

The German School in Dokki is recreating the atmosphere of a German Christmas Market, including the warm glory of mulled wine.

Details: Saturday, November 29, 2014, 11am - 4pm, Deutsche, Dokki Street

European Christmas Charity Bazaar @ Conrad Cairo Hotel

Christmas is about sharing, so let's share with the less fortunate. Conrad Hotel is hosting a charity bazaar which will help children, women and the elderly with its proceedings.

Details: Saturday, December 6, 2014, 9am - 3pm, 1191 Corniche El Nil

Arts & Fleas Christmas Edition 2014 @ El Gouna

The Red Sea area will also celebrate Christmas, showcasing a variety of local treasures and goodies which will make beautiful presents for the whole family.

Details: Thursday/ Friday, December 18/19, 2014, 12pm - 10pm, Hurghada

Christmas Bazaar @ The District

The District will be welcoming food stalls, musicians, shops and artistic displays to brighten up your holidays.

Details: Weekend of December, 18th-20th, 2014 2pm - 11pm, 38 Hassan El-Ma’moun, Nasr City

Egypt Craftopia Christmas Bazaar @ Area A City Center

Themed "Handmade in Egypt", this bazaar calls all sellers and buyers to sell, see and buy handmade goodies at the most artisan Christmas bazaar Cairo has to offer.

Details: Thursday/ Friday, December 5/6, 2014, 10am - 10pm, 5th District, Road 90, New Cairo

The Christmas Week Egyptian Designers Rock @ Dina Maghawry Design

A whole week filled with the Christmas Spirit! You have all week to catch this display of talent, designed in Cairo's own Santa's grottos.

Details: December 6-13, 2014 7pm - 9pm, 24 Hassan Assem St., Zamalek