Festivals and Annual Events

This festival includes performances from Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Swiss, Italy, Palestine, Jordan, Sweden, and Turkey in both English and Arabic. http://www.alfawanees.com/

The marathon is a fund raising event held annually, from Amman to the Dead Sea. www.deadseamarathon.com

Offers free entertainment activities and programs for the local community as well as tourists, with the participation of musicians and dancers from local bands, in addition to bands from Arab and European countries. http://www.ammancity.gov.jo/arabic/living/summer.asp

Live a great experience of cultures at this annual carnival that takes place between July and August in Amman. The carnival includes country pavilions, fun fair, main theatre, and food court. http://globalvillagejo.com/

A cultural festival that includes expressions of creativity and talent such as singing, music, theatre performance, visual art, poetry, folklore performances and handicrafts.

An annual showcase of the best in short films internationally. The festival aims at promoting artistic freedom of expression and intercultural understanding. www.jordanfilmfestival.com