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03 Jun 2025 |
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The city of Ouarzazate hosted the 12th National Ahwach Arts Festival from May 24-26, 2024, under the High Patronage of His Majesty King Mohammed VI, with the theme "Ahwach Arts with World Rhythms".
Diverse Events Blending Authenticity and Modernity
This edition featured a rich program combining heritage performances, intellectual seminars, and training workshops. The city's main squares witnessed massive public turnout to watch artistic performances by local and national troupes.
Festival Highlights:
- A colorful parade through city streets with artistic troupes
- Academic symposium on Ahwach history with specialized researchers
- Practical workshops teaching youth this heritage art's techniques
- Exhibition of traditional crafts associated with Ahwach arts
- Honoring figures who enriched this cultural legacy
Massive Public Engagement
Organizers confirmed the festival attracted thousands of visitors from across Morocco and international attendees, reflecting this cultural heritage's significance.
Event Partners
This edition was organized in partnership between the Ministry of Youth, Culture and Communication, and Ouarzazate Events Association, with support from regional councils and local institutions.
Future Vision
The festival aims to preserve this cultural heritage and work towards its UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage listing, while establishing Ouarzazate as an international cultural tourism destination.
About Ahwach Art
Ahwach is one of southern Morocco's most prominent heritage arts, combining rhythm, poetry and movement to express the region's cultural identity.
For more details: Full event coverage is available on organizers' official platforms.
