Iraqi and international artists perform on stages set among the ruins of Babylon.
Festival
Babylon International Festival
Music, theatre and dance performed among the ruins of the ancient city.
More upcoming events
Oct
15
Concert
An Evening of Iraqi Maqam
The classical chalghi ensemble performs the Iraqi maqam.
15 October 2026
Baghdad Cultural Centre, Baghdad
Oct
20
Exhibition
Baghdad International Book Fair
Hundreds of publishers from across the Arab world, author talks and poetry evenings.
20–30 October 2026
Baghdad International Fairground, Baghdad
Oct
26
Local Event
Erbil Citadel Night Market
Crafts, street food and live music under the citadel walls.
26–28 October 2026
Erbil Citadel, Erbil
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