The 11th edition of the Days of Carthage Music Festival came to a close on October 10, 2026, with a grand finale featuring a concert by Syrian artist Faya Younan. The event, which took place at the Opera Theater in the City of Culture in Tunis, was attended by Tunisia's Minister of Cultural Affairs, Amira Sarraf, and several diplomats. The festival, which ran from October 3 to 10, showcased a diverse range of musical talents from Tunisia and abroad.
Three emerging music groups - Midnight Pin, Gultrah, and Altf4 - won prizes during the festival, which included a tour of several Tunisian regions. The prizes were announced by the festival's artistic director, Mounther Falah, during the closing ceremony. The awards are part of the "Days of Carthage Music Festival in the Regions" initiative, which aims to encourage emerging artists and promote their work across Tunisia.
The festival featured 26 concerts and 9 performances, attracting over 20,000 visitors to the City of Culture during its one-week run. The event brought together over 220 musicians from more than 20 countries, showcasing a wide range of musical styles. The festival also included a jazz workshop, which was attended by over 40 participants who received training over five days.
The festival's closing ceremony also paid tribute to the late producer and program director, Saber Chaterou, who passed away in April 2026. A photo of Chaterou was displayed on a large screen during the ceremony, honoring his contributions to the festival and Tunisian culture.
Faya Younan's performance was a highlight of the closing ceremony, with the Syrian artist performing several of her hit songs, including "Fi Tareek Ilayk" and "Ya Qatili". Younan expressed her gratitude to the Tunisian audience, which she described as "wonderful" and "loyal". The artist has a long history of performing in Tunisia and has gained a significant following in the country.
The festival's organizers reported that over 80 Tunisian professionals and 23 international professionals attended the event, which also featured 12 exhibition booths and six professional meetings. The festival aims to promote cultural exchange and provide a platform for emerging artists to showcase their talents.
The 11th edition of the Days of Carthage Music Festival has come to a close, but the event's impact will be felt for months to come. The festival has once again demonstrated its importance as a platform for promoting cultural exchange and showcasing Tunisian and international musical talents. Plans are already underway for the next edition of the festival.
Key points
- The festival featured 26 concerts and 9 performances, attracting over 20,000 visitors to the City of Culture during its one-week run.
- Three emerging music groups won prizes during the festival, which included a tour of several Tunisian regions.
- The festival's closing ceremony paid tribute to the late producer and program director, Saber Chaterou, who passed away in April 2026.
