Gnaoua and World Music Festival 2027
Sarah Pagel · 28 June 2026
TBA – last edition: 25 Jun 2026 – 27 Jun 2026 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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Where you'll be
Place Moulay Hassan
Place Moulay Hassan, Essaouira, MoroccoLocal Currency: MAD
Consider paying in MAD locally. Bring cash or use a payment card that supports this currency to avoid extra fees.
Past Editions
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28 June 2026