 Djerba TV Festival
Date- From April to May
Venue- Djerba, Tunisia
Djerba TV Festival celebrated its first edition in 2006 and since then it has been hosting this international festival annually. The Djerba Film Festival is mainly dedicated to the works related to the field of television, screening dramas, documentaries and animation produced in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. The first edition of this festival had the participants like Claudia Cardinale, Roger Hanin, Maurice Jerre and many others.
Djerba is an island which lies at the south-east coast. You have to take a ferry from Zarzis to get there.
Dougga International Festival
Date- From July to August
Venue- Dougga Roman Amphitheater, Dougga, Tunisia
At the Dougga International Festival, you can enjoy cultural performances by the leading names belonging to the world of classical and theatrical works. Apart from enjoying the stage performances in the summer air, you can also have the pleasure of exploring the antique walls of the amphitheater. Thus not only you get to experience the lively stage performances but also get an opportunity to stroll through the spectacular archaeological heritage.
International Festival of Carthage
Date- From July to August
Venue- Carthage, Tunisia
The International Festival of Carthage started in 1964 and this year it is going to be the 44th Edition. The well-preserved Roman amphitheater of Carthage, which has been modernized with the latest audio and visual technologies used in theaters of 20th century, hosts several concerts of Jazz music and plays. It is one of the supreme international festivals of Tunisia where you can enjoy a fusion of local, traditional and international style of music and dance. Bourgeois class can have the chance to enjoy the parts of International theatre or can enjoy also enjoy Ballet performances.
The Amphitheater of the Carthage lies in the suburbs of Tunis, which has excellent public transport connections.
International Festival of Hammamet
Date- From July to August
Venue- Hammamet, Tunisia
Time- From 10:00 pm to midnight
Hammamet is a pictorial town with golden beaches, medina and old town. At the International Festival of Hammamet, tourists can enjoy the flavor of local and international performances. From music to plays, this international festival like its sister international festival of Carthage, entertains the enthusiasts of performing arts. The tourists can enjoy their best time in the International Festival of Hammamet.
International Festival of Bizerte
Date- From July to August
Venue- Bizerte, Tunisia
If you in Bizerte spending your time all through July to August, you can take the opportunity to get registered in a summer school and learn the art of mosaic making. You can get exclusive knowledge on the unique craft which has made Tunisia a country with great archaeological heritage.
Carthage Film Festival
Date- November
Venue- Carthage,Tunisia
Created in 1966 by the Tunisian Minister of Culture, Carthage Film Festival is organized to showcase films from Maghreb, Africa and the Middle East. Being one of Africa’s longest running festivals, this is a biannual October film festival held in the capital city in Tunis.
Hosted by the Tunisian government, this festival begins every year on 11th November and finishes with a grand finale on 18th November. Attracting thousands of people every year, Carthage Film festival only includes films directed by African or Middle Eastern nationality and two years old produced film before the entry. To attend this grand occasion, guests are invited from across the world at the culture venues around Tunis and Carthage.
While showcasing this festival, various movies are being screened around the Tunis cinemas and visitors are able to glimpse the famous movies. To honor the winners with awards, the festival has a panel of judges from across the Arab world with Moroccan, Senegalese, Lebanese, Burkina Fasan and Tunisian judges. The winner of this festival is awarded by a grand prize in the form of the Golden Tanit, the lunar goddess of Carthage.
International Festival of Sousse
Date- July to August
Venue- Sousse,Tunisia
Celebrated at a wonderful location in Sousse, Sousse International Festival is a big festival, organized for childhood and youth. This festival starts from July till August for 6 weeks. The international festival features shorts, animation and films made by children. Along with this it also includes the Sousse Carnival with Africa’s best float parade and the participation of International Arts Groups.
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