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Gnaoua and World Music Festival 2026

Sarah Pagel · 28 August 2026

Last edition: 25 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026 · next TBA Essaouira, Morocco

Gnaoua and World Music Festival is an annual music festival held in Essaouira, Morocco. It showcases Gnawa music and culture through collaborations between Gnawa master musicians and artists from other genres.

What Gnaoua and World Music Festival offers

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For fans

Where you'll be

Place Moulay Hassan

Place Moulay Hassan, Essaouira, Morocco

Local Currency: MAD

Consider paying in MAD locally. Bring cash or use a payment card that supports this currency to avoid extra fees.

An independent music & festival researcher with 10+ years in the global dance scene.

28 August 2026