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Summer 2026 brings a wave of cultural events to Lebanon and the broader Arab world, from traditional music celebrations in the Bekaa Valley to poetry readings and theatrical productions. Artists are launching new albums, collaborating across borders, and participating in festivals that blend heritage performance with contemporary entertainment.
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Melhem Zein Concert at Cascada Amphitheater — The established artist is staging a performance on Saturday, June 22nd in the Bekaa region, featuring traditional dabke dancers from Baalbek as part of what organizers describe as one of the summer's prominent entertainment evenings.Lady of the Rosary Festival in Qubayat — The town's festival celebration continues into 2026 with significant attendance and participation from residents of Akkar and other Lebanese regions, transforming the municipality into an active cultural venue.Poet Hiba Alaa El-Din Reading Tour — The poet is scheduled to appear in Baalbek for a direct audience engagement event to present her poetry collection "Daisies Do Not Love Me," published by Kaf publishing house.Omar Al-Abdallat Album Launch — The Jordanian artist has released a new musical album titled "Our People and Our Nation" in collaboration with the Jordanian-Kuwaiti Bank, celebrating Jordanian provinces through song.Jadd Ez New Music Video — The former Voice Kids star has released a new music video for the song "Ya Ghazal," presenting an updated artistic direction to his audience.Carol Samaha Joins Recording Academy — The Lebanese artist has officially joined the Recording Academy, marking a new milestone in her international career presence.Coming Up:
Theatrical productions continue with performances in Kuwait, including "Kheiran Park" featuring actress Magi Bou Ghosn in costumes designed by international designer Charbel Zoe. The "Riahiaat" women's music initiative is launching in Abu Dhabi as a new platform for Arabic music performances.