Ghadames Festival

The first most famous festival in Libya is Ghadames' annual International Festival. It is held in October, and is one of the most colorful spectacles in the Sahara. It's a three-day celebration of the Tuareg people's nomadic traditions. The old city comes alive in a blaze of color and action during this festival. Ghadamsis return to their ancestral homes in the old town and open their doors for singing, dancing, and public celebrations such as an open bazaar, and horse and camel racing outside the city walls, and most of them performed in traditional attire.

The festival will begin with an opening ceremony on the first day, followed by conventional industry exhibitions on the second day, and music and dance performances at night. The third day would consist of Mehari races and a brief introduction to Tuareg culture. The celebration, however, is primarily organized by residents of the old city, who appear to have a problem with Tuareg living outside the city. The Tuareg went on to organize their event, which they called the Tuareg Festival. This means that Ghadames hosts two festivals.

When: in October

Where: Ghadames