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Many events are happening this weekend in Lebanon that will give you and your loved ones the chance to have a nice summer “getaway.”
From hiking, wine tasting, and even a beach camp, here are fun events taking place this weekend.
Enjoy the Farmers’ Market at Mir Amin Palace Hotel – Beiteddine
For its second edition, the Mir Amin Palace Hotel, in collaboration with Le Passport Culinaire, is hosting a sustainable farmers’ market “de la fourche à la fourchette,” where people will get the chance to see live cooking shows and taste regional specialties.
The event will take place on Friday, August 5, starting at 6:00 pm. A bus ride will also be available.
For more info, contact 70 866 091.
Min Al Shaab live at Vine Wine Bar & Deli – Smar Jbeil
You can watch Min Al Shaab live at the Vine Wine Bar & Deli, this Friday starting at 8:30 pm. You will get to enjoy the tunes of Elie Njeim (electric guitar), Sarkis Tchalekian (bass guitar), Joseph Yashouee (percussion), Gaia Njeim (vocals and animation), and Wael Jupiter (vocals and keyboard).
The band fee is LBP 100,000. For booking, contact 71 455 882.
A fun camping at Plage des Rois – Byblos
Plage Des Rois in Byblos is organizing the “Project X” event on Friday, August 5, and Saturday, August 6.
The event includes a two-day pool and beach access, along with camping, entertainment, water activities, food trucks, and DJ concerts.
Here are the fees: LBP 350,000 (Regular Ticket) and LBP 450,000 (On Door).
For more info, contact 81 168 103.
Arak and wine tour through the Bekaa Valley
Vamos Todos is organizing a tour through three wine and Arak factories in the Bekaa Valley, on Saturday, August 6.
The event will start with a visit to Domaine Des Tourelles winery, where participants will get to taste wine and arak, along with a tour of Château Nakad, and Château Heritage.
The participants will also get the chance to eat lunch at Hotel Massabki in Chtaura.
The fees are $45 per person, including transport, guides, insurance, and lunch.
For inquiries, contact 03 917 190 or 79 115 001.
Dance to Oriental beats at Blue Beachfront Bar & Resto – Byblos
Enjoy the summer vibes with your friends at Blue Beachfront Bar & Resto in Byblos, on Saturday, and dance to Oriental beats with the Iyam El Lira band.
For more info, contact 76 427 000.
Hike and watch the sunset from Tarshish to Falougha
Join Green Steps on Saturday, August 6, for a gorgeous sunset and hiking experience from Tarshish to Falougha, including an outdoor gathering around a bonfire.
The departure will be at 2:30 pm from Nahr el Mott to Tarshish. The hike will start from Tarshish at an altitude of 1,675m towards the Falougha village, as you will get to admire beautiful sceneries.
The fees are $12 per person, covering the program, guides, and transportation.
For inquiries, contact 03 953 297 or 71 723 770.
Watch Stephan Bodzin live at AHM Club – Beirut
The talented Stephan Bodzin will be playing amazing beats live at AHM club, Beirut. The event will be taking place on August 6.
For more info, contact 03 703 371.
Hike and enjoy the Oud Night in Kfarhafid
Wild Adventures is organizing a hike through Kfarhafid and Baakline, along with a bonfire and oud night this Saturday night (August 6).
The hike will start from Baakline Reserve and will end in Kfarhafid Hill. The departure time
will be at 2:15 pm, and the return time will be at 11:30 pm.
The fees are LBP 250,000 (which includes a guide, local guide, transportation, hot drinks, and Grilled Corn but does not include insurance).
For inquiries, contact 03 031 562.
Join Sayf Beirut’s Signature Saturdays
Have fun with your friends at Sayf Beirut enjoying Signature Saturday night. For more info, contact 76 994 405 or 71 400 440.
Have a full day diving and snorkeling in Tyre
On Sunday, August 7, you will get the chance to have a full day at the beach in Tyre, swimming, and snorkeling along with a seafood lunch.
The gathering will start at 8:30 am in Mar Michael and the departure will be at 8:45 am sharp.
The fees are $100, including trip transportation, diving guidance and equipment, snorkeling equipment, and seafood lunch. For more information, contact 70884461.
Spend Sunday surrounded by Greek vibes at Grecco – Byblos
Head to Grecco in Byblos this Sunday (August 7), and experience the Santur player, Marcel at sunset. For more info, contact 76 330 605 or 70 213 232.
Join the cleanup initiative of the Qadisha Valley river
SWIM Lebanon and the University of Balamand (UOB) are organizing a cleanup of the Qadisha Valley on Saturday, August 6th, and everyone is welcome to volunteer.
The river runs through the Holy Valley between Bsharri and the Cedars of God, with breathtaking nature all around.
The volunteers will meet at Saint George garden in Bcharri at 10 AM to then proceed to the Qadisha river. An environmental awareness session will be provided, followed by the cleanup of the river and then a tour of the Qadisha grotto.
No application is required. You just have to show up at the meeting point. For more information, contact: 70 561 569.
