· Fez, Morocco — Spiritual & Knowledge Capital
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Our Events

Fez, Spiritual and Knowledge Capital, hosts a unique ecosystem of cultural, intellectual, and artistic events organized by WACH.

KARAMAH Summit
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KARAMAH
Summit

· June 13, 2026 · Salle Fès El-Madina · 40+ Panelists · 20+ Countries

Unlocking the Mobilising Power of Human Dignity — KARAMAH is an international summit that positions Fez as a living laboratory of civilizational dialogue. Organized by WACH International under the leadership of Hakima El Haite, it brings together heads of state, former ministers, diplomats, academics, and civil society leaders.

The Summit will deliver the Fès Declaration — a global charter anchoring human dignity in multilateral governance — and launch a permanent network of cultural diplomacy actors.

· Fez as Living Laboratory of Coexistence
· Cultural Diplomacy as Catalyst for Peace
· Convergence of Plural Identities
· Heritage Investment & Tourism Engineering

Confirmed speakers include Macky Sall, Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, Miguel Ángel Moratinos, Amr Moussa, Ismail Serageldin, Salim Al-Malik, Mehdi Jomaâ, Salaheddine Mezouar, Kiril Petkov, and many more.

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Festival International du Film de Fès
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Festival International
du Film de Fès

· October 13–17, 2026 · Fez, Morocco · 30+ Films · 16 Countries

For the first time in the history of cinema in Fez, the 3rd edition of FIFF breaks the walls of theatres and brings cinema into the city's streets. Organised under the aegis of the Association de la Culture et du Patrimoine Mondial and directed by Mohamed Belghrib, the festival brings together filmmakers, producers and actors from 16 countries around official competitions, panorama screenings and cultural dialogue.

Screenings will take place in open air across the city's most emblematic sites — Bab El Makina, Bab Boujloud and Place Florence — making cinema freely accessible to every citizen, as well as at the Euro-Mediterranean University of Fez for academic and professional events.

Cinéma Migarama — official indoor screenings
Bab El Makina, Bab Boujloud & Place Florence — open-air, free screenings
Université Euro-Méditerranéenne de Fès (UEMF) — masterclasses & workshops
Hôtel Zalagh Parc Palace — official venue

The programme includes official long and short film competitions, a Panorama of Moroccan Cinema, screenwriting ateliers, and tables rondes on cinema as a lever for peace, tourism and intercultural dialogue.

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Gastronomy Festival
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Fez World
Gastronomy Festival

· Annual Event · Fez, Morocco · Heritage Cuisine

The Fez World Gastronomy Festival highlights the richness of Moroccan and world cuisine, bridging culinary traditions from different cultures. Through tastings, culinary demonstrations, workshops, and cultural dinners, the festival showcases Fez as a hub of heritage-based gastronomy and innovation.

From artisanal spice markets to haute cuisine masterclasses, this festival connects chefs, food historians, and culture enthusiasts from across the globe.

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Fez Heritage Tours

Thematic circuits through one of the world's best-preserved medieval cities, mapping Fez's heritage with curated routes and interpretive content. A flagship initiative transforming the Medina into a living open-air museum.

Heritage Circuits

Five color-coded circuits offering distinct thematic perspectives on Fez.

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Green · Nature & Serenity

Gardens, fountains, and spiritual calm

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Silver · Jewish Heritage

Mellah, synagogues & community spaces

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Orange · Royal & Military

Palaces, gates & Marinid dynasties

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Blue · Artisans & Andalusia

Tanners, coppersmiths & Andalusian quarter

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Yellow · Urban Life

Markets, squares & residential fabric

Historical Tour

Fez Heritage Circuit — Full Route

18 stops · 6.1 km deep immersion into the historic heart of Fez.

Imperial gates (Bab El Amer, Bab Boujloud)
Royal Palace & Jnane Sbil gardens
Bou Inania, Foundouk Nejjarine
Moulay Idriss II, Al-Quaraouiyine
Seffarine & craft districts
Religious Tour

Religious & Spiritual Heritage Tour

Fez is one of the world's most important spiritual capitals — a city where traditions coexist and enrich one another.

Al Quaraouiyine Mosque & University (est. 857)
Mausoleum of Moulay Driss II
Mausoleum of Sidi Ahmed Tijani
Aben Danan & Al Fassiyine synagogues
Hammam Ben Abbad
Olive Route

The Olive Heritage Route

2,000 years of olive culture across the Fez–Meknès region.

Roman olive presses at Volubilis
Alaouite imperial estates at Sahrij Souani
Amazigh olive traditions in Bhalil & Sefrou
Sebou valley & Taounate terraces
Modern agricultural hubs (INRA, SIAM)

· Fez Culinary Tour

A gourmet map of the Medina — authentic flavors and culinary craftsmanship of Fassi cuisine.

Talaa KbiraBissara & Harira
BoujloudChfenj, Rghayef & Baghrir
Talaa SghiraStuffed spleen & Khlii Tajine
GuezzarineCamel kefta
Bab SanslaTraditional pastries
RcifTrid & Bibouche