May 6-11, 2025
RAQS ART FORUM
May 6-11, 2025
MERCEDES
15th Anniversary by
NIETO
Welcome To CAIRO! Fest Budapest!
The much-admired Raqs Sharki festival is set to return with an exciting new “Raqs Art Forum” edition. This live event will light up the romantic heart of Europe, Budapest, once again. Get ready for six memorable days filled with mesmerizing dance workshops with global master instructors, countless stunning performers, soulful discussions, breathtaking gala shows and endless inspiration.
RaQS ART FORUM
May 6-11, 2025
RAQS ART FORUM
May 6-11, 2025
MERCEDES
15th Anniversary by
NIETO
Welcome To CAIRO! Fest Budapest!
The much-admired Raqs Sharki festival is set to return with an exciting new “Raqs Art Forum” edition. This live event will light up the romantic heart of Europe, Budapest, once again. Get ready for six memorable days filled with mesmerizing dance workshops with global master instructors, countless stunning performers, soulful discussions, breathtaking gala shows and endless inspiration.
May 6-11, 2025
RAQS ART FORUM
May 6-11, 2025
MERCEDES
15th Anniversary by
NIETO
Welcome To CAIRO! Fest Budapest!
The much-admired Raqs Sharki festival is set to return with an exciting new “Raqs Art Forum” edition. This live event will light up the romantic heart of Europe, Budapest, once again. Get ready for six memorable days filled with mesmerizing dance workshops with global master instructors, countless stunning performers, soulful discussions, breathtaking gala shows and endless inspiration.
Dive into the world of Middle-Eastern dance arts and beyond - right at the heart of Budapest's historic city centre
Dive into the world of Middle-Eastern dance arts and beyond - right at the heart of Budapest's historic city centre
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CAIRO! Fest in a Nutshell
Meet
Create unforgettable connections with like-minded dancers amidst the dynamic festival atmosphere
Enjoy
Every moment promises an exhilarating fusion of music, art, and vibrant community spirit, creating memories to last a lifetime.
Learn
Discover new perspectives on your dance path and expand your artistic horizons through engaging workshops and thought-provoking discussions.
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What is Raqs Art Forum?
It’s our 15th Anniversary! We love to experiment with new ideas and constantly working on how to inspire you to become the artist you dream to be, and to find the joy and fulfillment in Raqs Sharki that you’re looking for.
In 2025 for the first time we will have a “Forum Day” where you can take part in shorter classes and discussions with experts from other fields (such as music, art therapy, videography and photography, physical training, theater, etc).
We believe that it’s essential for dancers to engage in other art forms, methods, exercises for refining their creativity and expressivity and to open new artistic horizons.
Furthermore we are adding two days prior to the festival’s usual format for Art Projects, Master’s Intensive class and tourism so for the first time you can choose to take part in a full artistic and community experience of 6 days.
What is Raqs Art Forum?
It’s our 15th Anniversary! We love to experiment with new ideas and constantly working on how to inspire you to become the artist you dream to be, and to find the joy and fulfillment in Raqs Sharki that you’re looking for.
In 2025 for the first time we will have a “Forum Day” where you can take part in shorter classes and discussions with experts from other fields (such as music, art therapy, videography and photography, physical training, theater, etc).
We believe that it’s essential for dancers to engage in other art forms, methods, exercises for refining their creativity and expressivity and to open new artistic horizons.
Furthermore we are adding two days prior to the festival’s usual format for Art Projects, Master’s Intensive class and tourism so for the first time you can choose to take part in a full artistic and community experience of 6 days.
What is Raqs Art Forum?
It’s our 15th Anniversary! We love to experiment with new ideas and constantly working on how to inspire you to become the artist you dream to be, and to find the joy and fulfillment in Raqs Sharki that you’re looking for.
In 2025 for the first time we will have a “Forum Day” where you can take part in shorter classes and discussions with experts from other fields (such as music, art therapy, videography and photography, physical training, theater, etc).
We believe that it’s essential for dancers to engage in other art forms, methods, exercises for refining their creativity and expressivity and to open new artistic horizons.
Furthermore we are adding two days prior to the festival’s usual format for Art Projects, Master’s Intensive class and tourism so for the first time you can choose to take part in a full artistic and community experience of 6 days.
Art Project with Mercedes Nieto
Art Project with AHMED REFAAT
Art Project with Gulden Fatkulla
REFLECTIONS 15 - PERFORMANCE PROJECT FOR THE OPENING SHOW
Art Project with Mercedes Nieto
Art Project with AHMED REFAAT
Art Project with Gulden Fatkulla
REFLECTIONS 15 - PERFORMANCE PROJECT FOR THE OPENING SHOW
Art Project with Mercedes Nieto
Art Project with AHMED REFAAT
Art Project with Gulden Fatkulla
REFLECTIONS 15 - PERFORMANCE PROJECT FOR THE OPENING SHOW
Art Project with Mercedes Nieto
Art Project with AHMED REFAAT
Art Project with Gulden Fatkulla
REFLECTIONS 15 - PERFORMANCE PROJECT FOR THE OPENING SHOW
Art Project with Ahmed Reffat
Art Project with Gulden Fatkulla
REFLECTIONS 15 - PERFORMANCE PROJECT FOR THE OPENING SHOW
Art Project with Mercedes Nieto
Art Project with AHMED REFAAT
Art Project with Gulden Fatkulla
REFLECTIONS 15 - PERFORMANCE PROJECT FOR THE OPENING SHOW
Art Project with Mercedes Nieto
Art Project with AHMED REFAAT
Art Project with Gulden Fatkulla
REFLECTIONS 15 - PERFORMANCE PROJECT FOR THE OPENING SHOW
Art Project with Mercedes Nieto
Art Project with AHMED REFAAT
Art Project with Gulden Fatkulla
REFLECTIONS 15 - PERFORMANCE PROJECT FOR THE OPENING SHOW
Art Project with Mercedes Nieto
Art Project with AHMED REFAAT
Art Project with Gulden Fatkulla
REFLECTIONS 15 - PERFORMANCE PROJECT FOR THE OPENING SHOW
What our beloved community members feel about the experience
Mayada
Brazil
What a special time we shared! That was mesmerizing and an experience that will always be in my heart. We’ll be in touch and hopefully meet again someday.
Gemma
Spain
Lot of Talent, but also humanity and empathy, love and respect for Art. It was a great experience… Thanks Mercedes for your hard work to give so much for all of us. Love you!
Nina Malika
Serbia
I’m happy, honored and thankful for being part of this festival and community. I’m feeling blessed because I’m witnessing how it evolves. It just feels natural, like home. Thank you for making it happen.
What our beloved community members feel about the experience
Mayada
Brazil
What a special time we shared! That was mesmerizing and an experience that will always be in my heart. We’ll be in touch and hopefully meet again someday.
Gemma
Spain
Lot of Talent, but also humanity and empathy, love and respect for Art. It was a great experience… Thanks Mercedes for your hard work to give so much for all of us. Love you!
Nina Malika
Serbia
I’m happy, honored and thankful for being part of this festival and community. I’m feeling blessed because I’m witnessing how it evolves. It just feels natural, like home. Thank you for making it happen.
What our beloved community members feel about the experience
Mayada
Brazil
What a special time we shared! That was mesmerizing and an experience that will always be in my heart. We’ll be in touch and hopefully meet again someday.
Gemma
Spain
Lot of Talent, but also humanity and empathy, love and respect for Art. It was a great experience… Thanks Mercedes for your hard work to give so much for all of us. Love you!
Nina Malika
Serbia
I’m happy, honored and thankful for being part of this festival and community. I’m feeling blessed because I’m witnessing how it evolves. It just feels natural, like home. Thank you for making it happen.
