7th Edition of the Ouaouizguite Carpet Festival

2024 Edition

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06/11/2025

Taznakht

The 7th Edition of the Ouaouizguite Carpet Festival concluded with great success in Tazenakht, Ouarzazate Province, from November 20-24, 2024 under the theme "Ouaouizguite Carpets: Between Tourism Valorization and Economic Empowerment of Women Weavers", with patronage and support from several national and regional institutions.

60,000+ Visitors

150 Exhibitors

64 Participating Cooperatives

80% Female Participation Rate

Organizing Bodies and Partners

The festival was organized by:

Ouarzazate Events Association
Ouarzazate Provincial Authority
In partnership with Tazenakht Municipal Council
Chamber of Traditional Industry for Drâa-Tafilalet Region

Festival Objectives

Tourism promotion of Ouaouizguite carpets as authentic cultural heritage
Social and economic empowerment of women weavers
Preservation of Amazigh cultural heritage
Development of traditional crafts and textile sector
Enhancing local and international marketing of traditional products

Key Events and Activities

Carpet Exhibition: 3,000 sq.m space featuring 150 exhibitors from 64 cooperatives
Training Workshops: 7 technical and thematic workshops benefiting 150 cooperative members
Artistic Evenings: 4 nights attracting 20,000 spectators with prominent artists like Fatima Taboumarant and Raïs Aarab Atiki
Carnival: Artistic parade through Tazenakht streets showcasing carpets and traditional costumes
Field Visits: For students from educational institutions and vocational training centers
Intellectual Seminars: On natural dyeing techniques and symbolic meanings of carpet motifs

Tourism Significance

The festival significantly boosted cultural tourism in the region by:

Attracting over 60,000 visitors from Morocco and abroad
Showcasing Tazenakht's authentic cultural heritage
Revitalizing Ouarzazate's hospitality and service sector
Highlighting Amazigh heritage as a unique tourist destination
Enhancing Morocco's image as culturally rich and diverse
Creating marketing opportunities for traditional products

Ouaouizguite Carpets: Authentic Cultural Heritage

Ouaouizguite carpets enjoy global renown for their unique designs blending authenticity and modernity, evident in:

Distinctive artistic motifs narrating regional history
High-quality craftsmanship and materials
Aesthetic dimensions reflecting Amazigh artistic taste
Use of natural dyes and locally-sourced colors

Closing Ceremony and Honors

The festival's closing ceremony featured:

Recognition of outstanding weavers and contributors
Distribution of participation certificates
Awards of appreciation to partners and sponsors
High-level attendance including the Minister of Tourism and Traditional Industry and local officials

Entertainment Program