Events in Syria

Noor & Ola at Mustafa Ali Gallery

An evening of live music with Noor and Ola at Mustafa Ali Gallery in Old Damascus. Enjoy a performance in an intimate art space in the historic city.

Mustafa Ali Gallery, Al Amin Street, Tal Al Hajara, House No. 86, Old Damascus
Tuesday, 10 November 2026 · 8:00 PM · Reservations: 0944 402 745

Faces from Dura-Europos

A documentary exhibition exploring the human history behind one of Syria’s most important archaeological sites. Archival photographs introduce residents of Al-Salihiyah village near Dura-Europos who worked on twentieth-century excavations, while images of clothing, family life and everyday traditions reconnect the ancient site with its surrounding community. A QR-linked digital archive also invites visitors to help identify people shown in the photographs. The organisers have not published a closing date, so current display availability should be confirmed at the museum entrance.

National Museum of Damascus, by the Qasr al-Hayr al-Gharbi façade
Damascus · Opened 26 October · Closing date not announced

Arabic Calligraphy Exhibition at Bayt al-Khatt al-Arabi

An intimate exhibition presenting 22 works created by 11 students of the House of Arabic Calligraphy and Arts after seven months of training. The display moves between classical and contemporary approaches to Ruq’ah, Diwani, Naskh and Quranic Kufic scripts, with some pieces incorporating gold, bronze and silver leaf. It offers visitors a close look at the tools, discipline and visual traditions behind Arabic lettering in Damascus. No closing date has been announced, so current access should be confirmed with the association before visiting.

House of Arabic Calligraphy and Arts, Al-Shahbandar Square
Damascus · Opened 3 November · Closing date not announced

Syrian Architectural Heritage Photography Exhibition

A photographic exhibition organised by ICOMOS Syria with the Ministry of Culture, presenting around 60 selected images of archaeological sites, historic buildings and traditional urban landscapes from across the country. Created largely by young Syrian photographers, the works document architectural details and places from Damascus, Aleppo, Daraa, Latakia and other provinces, showing how photography can preserve collective memory and support future restoration. No closing date has been announced, so current display access should be confirmed at the museum entrance.

Temporary Exhibition Hall, National Museum of Damascus
Damascus · Opened 5 November · Closing date not announced

Monday Music Evening at Beit Jabri

A weekly evening of classic Arabic tarab inside one of Old Damascus’s best-known courtyard houses. Traditional songs, live musicians and the intimate atmosphere of a restored Damascene home make this one of the most enjoyable recurring local nights for travellers. Upcoming Mondays are 9, 16, 23 and 30 November. Weekly programmes occasionally change, so reserving a table and reconfirming the performance on the same day is recommended.

Beit Jabri, Bab Touma
Old Damascus · 7:00–9:00 pm

Damascus Saturday Group Tour

A guaranteed shared English-language day tour for international visitors, local residents and solo travellers who want to experience Damascus in good company. The route combines the National Museum, Al-Hamidiyah Souq, the Umayyad Mosque, Azm Palace, Khan Asaad Pasha, the historic Jewish Quarter, traditional crafts and the Christian Quarter before finishing at Bab Sharqi. Upcoming departures are 14, 21 and 28 November. The price is USD 20 per person, excluding entrance tickets.

Meet at the National Museum of Damascus
10:00 am–4:00 pm · Finishes at Bab Sharqi

Textile Expo Syria 2026

An international exhibition devoted to textiles, fabrics, apparel materials, production equipment and machinery. The fair brings manufacturers, suppliers, designers and professional buyers together at the Damascus International Fairgrounds, offering a useful look at Syria’s textile and clothing sector as it reconnects with regional markets. Entry is advertised as free, but visitors should confirm the final opening hours before travelling.

Damascus International Fairgrounds
Damascus · 12–14 November

World Press Photo Exhibition 2026

The renowned World Press Photo exhibition arrives in Damascus with the winning work of 42 photographers selected from more than 57,000 images submitted worldwide. Staged inside Khan Asaad Pasha, the exhibition combines powerful international photojournalism with one of the Old City’s finest caravanserai interiors. It is free to enter and is likely to be one of November’s strongest cultural experiences for travellers, photographers and anyone interested in contemporary world stories.

Khan Asaad Pasha, Al-Buzuriyah Souq
Old Damascus · 9:00 am–3:00 pm · Closed Fridays

Shrine of Silence (Mazar al-Samt)

Syrian director Thaer Mousa returns to Damascus after 14 years for a special public screening of his feature film Shrine of Silence. Made outside Syria during his years in exile, the drama follows Leila and explores the psychological and human impact of war, detention and displacement on Syrian women. The screening is presented under the patronage of the Artists Syndicate in coordination with the Ministry of Culture and Damascus Opera House. Admission tickets are free from the Opera House box office; the starting time has not yet been published and should be confirmed when collecting a ticket.

Damascus Opera House
Damascus · Monday 16 November · Free ticket required

SyriaTex 2026

SyriaTex is a specialised export exhibition for Syrian ready-made clothing and production supplies. Manufacturers from the women’s, men’s, children’s, lingerie, hosiery and textile-supply sectors present their work to local and international buyers. The event is chiefly professional, but it may also interest fashion entrepreneurs and visitors curious about Syria’s contemporary garment industry and its return to international markets.

Damascus International Fairgrounds
Damascus · 19–22 November

El Rass Live in Damascus

Lebanese rapper El Rass makes his first appearance in Syria with a one-night performance at one of central Damascus’s historic cafés. Known for dense Arabic lyricism, political and philosophical writing and a sound rooted in the region’s independent hip-hop scene, the concert also marks his return to live performance after more than a year away from the stage. The event is presented by Rock, Paper, Scissors. Places are limited and tickets are available through the booking link in the organiser’s Instagram bio.

Al Kamal Café, Damascus
Thursday 26 November · 8:00 pm · Advance booking recommended

Motorex Expo 2026

Syria’s major automotive and transport exhibition returns with vehicles, spare parts, electric mobility, aviation, marine transport, aftermarket services and mobility technology. Indoor halls and outdoor displays bring companies, industry specialists and enthusiasts together, while the accompanying conference adds a professional programme for investors and decision-makers. The evening opening hours also make it practical for visitors already staying in Damascus.

Damascus International Fairgrounds
Damascus · 5:00–10:00 pm daily

Syria Christmas Group Tour

An eight-day guaranteed journey combining Christmas atmosphere in Old Damascus with Syria’s essential historic cities and landscapes. Guests experience decorated Christian quarters, church bells, courtyard meals and festive streets before travelling to Aleppo, Hama, Krak des Chevaliers, Palmyra and Bosra. The small-group format keeps the pace personal while still covering the country’s principal highlights.

Starts in Damascus on Christmas Eve
8 days · Guaranteed departure

First departure: Fully booked | Second departure: Only 2 spots available