Hertog Jan Zaal
-- Doors open 13:00
- Performers Marmoucha Orchestra with Mehdi Nassouli
Bladi Festival
Souk, food, liveacts and more!
Tickets
- Rang 1 €15,00
From traditional dress and music styles to comedy and harira – the very first Bladi Festival promises to be a vibrant celebration of Morocco’s rich and diverse culture. On Saturday 6 September, Muziekgebouw Eindhoven will transform into a bustling souk for one day only, featuring authentic crafts and live performances. Of course, the mouth-watering Moroccan food and drinks won’t be missing either. Whether your roots lie in Morocco or you’re simply curious to explore the culture – this family-friendly festival will make you feel like you’ve stepped straight into Marrakesh!
Bladi Festival is part of the Your World, Your Music programme series. With this initiative, Muziekgebouw Eindhoven aims to bring the world closer by shining a spotlight on a different culture each time. To achieve this, we work closely with ambassadors who deeply understand and represent their culture. The result is a festival both for and by the community. Following the successful editions of the Turkish festival Merhaba Eindhoven and the Polish Witaj Eindhoven, we are proud to now welcome our Moroccan fellow citizens with a festival tailor-made for them.
The programme will be announced on this page in the coming weeks. Are you an entrepreneur interested in hosting a stall at the souk, or would you like to take the stage with a performance?
Then please contact the organisation.
Open stage
Sign up! (<12 years old)
Every year, hundreds of renowned artists take to the stage at Muziekgebouw Eindhoven – from talented singers to magnificent orchestras. During Bladi Festival, it’s your turn to step into the spotlight and share your talent with the audience. Whether you sing your heart out, dance, play the guitar or tell jokes, your talent deserves to be seen! Are you 12 years old or younger? Sign yourself or your group up for the open stage using the button below.
Mounim Al Maghribi
Chaibi, Regada, Rifia
Mounim Al Maghribi is a well-regarded singer within the Moroccan community both at home and abroad. During his performances, he is accompanied by his own orchestra and blends traditional Moroccan music with modern influences, making him popular among both Moroccan and broader European audiences.
Meryem El Bakiouli
Exposition
Meryem El Bakiouli is a Dutch-Moroccan artist, graphic designer, and writer. Her work blends traditional and modern influences into vibrant illustrations, paintings, and stories. Drawing inspiration from her Moroccan roots, she uses her creativity for custom designs, including logos and greeting cards. Meryem is known for her original style and her ability to bring ideas vividly to life.
Marmoucha Orchestra with Mehdi Nassouli
Sonic Bridges
In Sonic Bridges, Marmoucha Orchestra and guembri master Mehdi Nassouli join forces in a captivating blend of fiery Gnawa and contemporary jazz. After years of collaboration, a unique synergy emerged — one that seamlessly fuses tradition and innovation. Marmoucha Orchestra combines modern styles with musical traditions from Southwest Asia and North Africa. Mehdi Nassouli, known for his hypnotic guembri playing and powerful voice, brings the Gnawa tradition to life in a distinctive mix with jazz, classical, and pop.
Imdoukal
Imdoukal is a musical collective founded in the 1990s by a group of friends and neighbours of Berber descent who grew up in Belgium. What started with small performances at birthday parties and community events soon expanded to weddings, leading to the addition of three Arabic musicians to create a blend of Berber and Arabic music. Today, the group performs both nationally and internationally, including in the Netherlands, France, Luxembourg, and Germany. Their music brings cultures together and creates a festive atmosphere wherever they go.
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- Doors open 13:00
- Performers Marmoucha Orchestra with Mehdi Nassouli
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