The concert was originally scheduled to be performed by George Wassouf on July 17The fire caused material damage at the concert venue

An unexpected fire has led to the postponement of one of the most anticipated concerts of the summer, which was scheduled to be performed by renowned artist George Wassouf on July 17 in Egypt’s North Coast, as part of the Summer 2025 season.

The organizing body announced that the concert has been rescheduled to July 31, 2025, prioritizing the safety of attendees and staff, after the fire caused severe material damage to the venue.

“Precautionary Measure”

The organizers confirmed that the decision was made as a precautionary measure to ensure public safety in light of the damages sustained to the site’s infrastructure, while also affirming that preparations are continuing for the new date.

George Wassouf Sends a Message to His Egyptian Fans

George Wassouf had earlier expressed his excitement to meet his fans in Egypt by sharing the concert poster on his official Facebook page, writing: "My beloved fans in Egypt, see you on July 17 in the North Coast," which was met with great enthusiasm from his followers, especially after his long absence from the Egyptian stage.

First Appearance in Egypt After Years of Absence

The postponed concert was set to mark Wassouf’s first appearance in Egypt in years, as part of his Summer 2025 tour, generating high anticipation among his fans, particularly given the legendary artist’s massive popularity across the Arab world—especially in Egypt.

Upcoming Performance in Lebanon’s Ehden Festival

In parallel, George Wassouf is also preparing for another major performance this summer at the 12th edition of the Ehden Festival in Jbeil, Lebanon, scheduled to take place on Friday, August 8, 2025.

He announced the event via Facebook, saying: "For the third year, the Ehden Festival brings me together with my dearest fans. Our date is Friday, August 8."

A Magical Lebanese Atmosphere Connecting Artists and Audiences

The festival, held in a scenic mountainous setting, is known for blending artistic and cultural experiences that reflect authentic Lebanese heritage, while also fostering direct engagement between artists and audiences in a festive and socially rich atmosphere.