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Timitar in Agadir promises its audience festive evenings of Amazigh and African music
Agadir is preparing to host the twentieth edition of the Timitar festival, entitled “Signs and Cultures,” on December 17, 18, and 19, 2025, under the high patronage of King Mohammed VI. This edition comes on the eve of the Africa Cup of Nations, adding a special dimension and enhancing its visibility both in Africa and internationally.
According to a statement from the festival’s administration, this year marks a pivotal moment in the festival’s journey, which has established itself over twenty years as a space for celebrating Amazigh music, opening up to the world, and reinforcing the values of artistic dialogue.
Since its inception in 2004, the Timitar festival has made a name for itself as a prominent cultural event nationally, attracting nearly 200,000 spectators annually, guided by its distinctive vision: “Amazigh artists welcome the music of the world.” It has now become one of the key festivals on the international scene, serving as a significant cultural platform for the African continent.
Africa in its Diversity
The festival is expected to open with an evening celebrating the African continent, featuring groups and artists who blend heritage with contemporary creativity. The audience will enjoy performances from Fatima Tabaarant, a legend of Amazigh art; Alpha Blondy from Ivory Coast; Gabon’s Shanel; and Mozambique’s Isabel Nuvila, along with a tribute by Hicham Massin to the late Amouri Mbarek, a pioneer of modern Amazigh song.
Eastern and Mediterranean Breath
The second evening will emphasize Eastern and Mediterranean influences, with performances by Double Zuksh and Wegz from Egypt, alongside the Iznzaren group and singer Marwa Nagy, and the AZA band, which merges Maghreb rhythms with global styles, creating an artistic bridge between Amazigh heritage and the Mediterranean space.
Morocco Between Heritage and Modernity
The third evening will be dedicated to Moroccan art, with the Ahlawash Akkalcal troupe performing dance and musical shows. Artists Khalid Al-Wahhbani, Nassim Haddad, and Jaylann will present a fusion of authenticity and modernity, culminating in a tribute to the great artist Mohammed Rwaisha, with a performance by the Algerian band Labess in a “Gypsy-Pop” style that mixes Algerian rhythms with flamenco rumba and global patterns.
Two Symbolic Spaces Hosting the Event
The Timitar Festival’s administration has announced that the performances will begin at 6:00 PM in the Hope Square and the open-air theater, which symbolize the urban transformation of the city and reflect the presence of culture within the social fabric of Agadir.
The statement confirmed that the Timitar Festival remains open to the public, relying on its core values of showcasing Amazigh music and embracing the music of the world, while promoting coexistence and dialogue between peoples. Its visibility stems from the engagement of Agadir’s audience, the mobilization of volunteers, and support from local, regional, and national institutional partners, including the Agadir Commune, the Souss-Massa Regional Council, the Moroccan National Tourist Office, and associations of hotels and tourist transport.
