Festival International de Carthage

المهرجان الدولي بقرطاج

Music
Carthage, TunisJuly - AugustSince 1964Capacity: 7,500

The International Festival of Carthage is Tunisia's oldest and most prestigious festival. Every summer, the ancient theatre of Carthage hosts internationally renowned artists in an exceptional historical setting.

Since its founding in 1964, the festival has welcomed legends of Arab music, jazz, rock and French chanson. It has become an unmissable event on the Mediterranean cultural scene.

The unique setting of the Roman theatre, overlooking the Gulf of Tunis, offers an unforgettable experience. Each edition attracts tens of thousands of visitors, making Carthage a major cultural hub in North Africa.

Next edition

Juillet - Août 2026
Expected

Interest over the years

55
2015Post-revolution recovery
50
2016
65
2017
62
2018
78
2019Peak year
5
2020COVID
5
2021COVID
72
2022Post-COVID return
70
2023
75
202460th anniversary
76
2025

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Past editions

2025
19 Jul - 21 Aug
Ibrahim Maalouf, Nancy Ajram, Ky-Mani Marley, Saint-Levant
120,000 attendees
2024
18 Jul - 17 Aug
Kadhem Saher, Youssou N'Dour, Assala Nasri, The Wailers
2023
Jul - Aug
117,059 attendees
2022
14 Jul - 20 Aug
Shirine Abdelwahab, Saber Rebai, Balti
112,715 attendees
2021
Cancelled

Highlights

  • Tunisia's oldest festival (since 1964)
  • Ancient Roman theatre with 7,500 seats
  • Top international and Arab artists
  • Panoramic view over the Gulf of Tunis
  • Over 50 shows per edition
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