ArabishWay

Seffarine
2026-03-11 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | McMenamin’s Elks Temple, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA, 98402
One of the only groups performing in Arabic in the Pacific Northwest, Seffarine’s music braids
musical traditions primarily from Spain and Morocco, but also ranges throughout the Middle
East. Their sets often include songs from medieval Spain (when Christians, Jews, and Muslims
coexisted in relative harmony), narratives of Syrian refugees, and the first meeting of their
founding members, vocalist and recent Oregion Community Foundation Creative Heights
Awardee Lamiae Naki and flamenco guitarist/oudist Nat Hulskamp, in Fez, Morocco.

March 11, 2026, 7:00 pm
Where: McMenamin’s Spanish Ballroom, 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402
Ticket info: $36, All Ages, Fully-seated

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Seffarine
2026-03-12 18:30 - 21:30 | Alberta Rose Theater, 3000 NE Alberta St, Portland, Oregon, 97211
At a momentous first meeting at a coffee shop in Fez, Moroccan vocalist Lamiae Naki and multi-instrumentalist Nat Hulskamp composed their first song and decided to get married. Brought together by their deep knowledge of the music of both sides of the Straits of Gibraltar – Spanish flamenco and Moroccan Arabic music – they created Seffarine.
Seffarine takes its name from the ancient metalworking square in Fez, which is famous for the complex rhythms that ring out from the blacksmiths’ hammers, and where Lamiae’s family is well known as masters of the tradition. Seffarine’s music embraces and extends Morocco’s musical collision between Arabic, Iberian and West African cultures, forging vibrant original music deeply rooted in their backgrounds in flamenco guitar, oud and Arab Andalusian music. Nat and Lamiae built an international quintet bringing in all star musicians from Iran, the US and Spain, who infuse the sound with textured instrumentation and inspired improvisation. Sweeping kamancheh (Persian spike-fiddle) ornamentation plays off gritty bass grooves and explosive flamenco footwork, with Lamiae’s fluidly riveting voice at the center, sending up sheets of cascading Andalusi melodies punctuated by the catchy hooks of North African Chaabi, sung in her native Moroccan Arabic. Their sound has taken them around the world, from touring Australia and Europe to receiving grants to study Ottoman singing in Turkey, to the Rainforest World Music Festival in Borneo, to recording with top flamenco musicians in Spain such as Diego del Morao and Latin Grammy winner Antonio Rey.

Global Rhythms: Saha Gnawa
2026-03-20 19:30 - 21:00 | Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Where Morocco Meets NYC: Refined via late-night sessions at LunÀtico in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn, Saha Gnawa explores trance-like states through its intuitive interplay, allowing ancestral rhythms and melodies to drift into unknown territories. What emerges is both an authentic performance of centuries-old Gnawa tradition and a bold step into new dimensions of sound — where traditional song forms dissolve into ecstatic dance tracks laced with subtle electronics.

Seattle Bands Stand with Gaza
2026-03-21 | Vera Project, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA, 98109
We have another edition of “Seattle Bands Stand with Gaza” just around the corner! This time, join us at @veraproject on March 21st to raise support for local orgs and activist working towards Palestinian Liberation.
Here’s a throw back from one of the shows we had last summer over at @oldstovebeer. That night, @stephanieannejohnson gave an exquisite performance alongside so many other incredible artists. All of the artists play this series pro-bono, so be sure to support their work elsewhere when you can.

Seattle Bands Stand with Gaza
2026-03-21 18:30 - 21:00 | Vera Project, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA, 98109
It’s that time. “Seattle Bands Stand with Gaza” is back, get tickets in bio! These have been such beautiful events and we’d love to pack @veraproject out for Palestine.
We are always so grateful to the local bands that stick their necks out in solidarity with the Palestine. We’ll have performances by some Seattle legends, including @acapulco_lips @coralgriefband @zookraught @black.ends(solo) @masampson (solo). Members of @seattleartistsforpalestine will also be present with art for sale. This time, all efforts will go to raise support for families in Gaza.
SBSWG is an ongoing local show series aiming to provide collaborative occasions for bands, fans, venues, and activists to come together, share resources, raise support, enjoy great music, and build deeper networks of solidarity with the Palestinian people struggling for freedom against Israeli apartheid and the ongoing U.S.- backed genocide in Palestine.

Maple Arts Sing Along: The Golden Age of Arabic Music
2026-03-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98101, United States
Whoome is excited to bring Sing Along to Seattle for the first time. An unforgettable musical experience!
This one-of-a-kind event invites you to take center stage, singing timeless Arabic classics chosen by you, our audience. With digital lyrics provided, everyone gets to be the lead singer in this interactive musical celebration.
Join Maple Arts Group in Seattle for an evening filled with joy, connection, and the magic of music. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this extraordinary sing-along experience!
The evening will be presented by Maple Arts Group musicians from the Canadian Arabic Orchestra.

Community at Ya Hala
2026-04-03 17:00 - 2026-04-04 22:00, 2026-04-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Suzanne Zahr, Art & Architecture, 2441 76th Ave SE, Ste 160, Mercer Island, WA, 98040, United States
Games, Music, Cafe
Remember, Ya Hala’s café and retail space is open to all
This Friday and Saturday, April 3rd and 4th, join us to celebrate 1 year of community, and to say farewell (but not goodbye!) to Ya Hala on Mercer Island.
What started as a 1 month experiment turned into a full year of love, laughter, music, tears, joy, and everything in between.
Thank you for bringing your gifts and love to our space.
Friday we open at 5 – come grab a bite from @reemskitchenseattle, then at 7 pm join us for a sing-along, play games, and stay until we close!
Saturday morning we open at 10 – come chill out with us and get your morning caffeine, then join us at 1 pm for a community/ gratitude/ forward vision setting with @zanecounseling.
We can’t wait to be with you ♥️

Drag for Palestine: Vancouver
2026-05-03 18:00 - 21:00 | the Birdhouse (Vancouver), 44 W 4th Ave, Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Y 1G3, Canada
After FOUR successful showcases in Toronto and Montreal raising over $15,000 for Palestine… our show is BACK, this time in VANCOUVER on Sunday, May 3rd 2026!
Hosted by Vajayjay Abrams once again, this will be a night you will NOT want to miss with an ALL STAR cast assembling to raise money for an incredible cause at the ICONIC Birdhouse!
Featuring performances by…
Vancouver’s own Addi Pose, Amy Grindhouse, Batty Banks, Bliss, Cataleya, Dislexia, Michelangela, and Son of a Butch!
Toronto’s Dandi Luv, Rosie, and Zi!
Montreal’s Clay Thorris!
Canada’s Drag Race stars Velma Jones, Karamilk, Dulce, Star Doll, Kendall Gender, PM, Xana, and Hazel!
And all the way from RuPaul’s Drag Race & HBO’s We’re Here, EUREKA will be here!
Do not miss on this one of a lifetime show for a great cause! Tickets are PWYC and Meet & Greet add-ons are available! Meet and Greet will be with Eureka, Star Doll, Velma Jones, Dulce, and more!
Funds raised with be donated to UNRWA

Ibrahim Maalouf at the Crocodile
2026-06-23 19:00 - 21:00 | The Crocodile, 2505 1st Ave, Seattle, WA, 98033, United States
Ibrahim Maalouf is a French-Lebanese trumpeter, producer, arranger, and composer. In 2022, he became the first Lebanese instrumentalist nominated at the Grammy Awards for his album Queen of Sheba in collaboration with Angélique Kidjo

BabyMorocco at Capitol Hill Block Party
2026-08-07 - 2026-08-09 | Neumos, 925 E Pike, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
Clayton Pettet, known professionally as Babymorocco, is a Moroccan-born English singer, record producer, and performance artist.

Capitol Hill Block Party returns in a BIG way.
We’re back to three packed days of music, art and culture on a brand new weekend, August 7-9.
Join us in the heart of Seattle’s iconic Capitol Hill neighborhood while we shut down the streets for the city’s biggest party. Tickets on sale now. 21+.

Bumbershoot: Sudan Archives
2026-09-06 | WA
