CultureSahara Music Festival
Three days of traditional Mauritanian music, poetry, and dance under the stars in the heart of the Adrar plateau.
June 14–16, 2025
Atar, Adrar Region
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Festivals, cultural celebrations, and adventure events — plan your visit around Mauritania's most unforgettable gatherings.
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Culture
HeritageChinguetti Book Fair
A celebration of Mauritania's ancient literary tradition — exhibitions of rare manuscripts, lectures, and calligraphy workshops.
September 20–22, 2025
Chinguetti, Adrar
AdventureIron Train Marathon
The world's most extraordinary marathon — runners complete stages alongside the iconic iron ore train across open desert.
October 10, 2025
Zouerate → Nouadhibou
CultureNomadic Culture Week
Immerse yourself in Bedouin hospitality — camel races, traditional tent-making, storytelling, and desert cooking.
November 5–12, 2025
Tichitt Region
NatureBanc d'Arguin Bird Festival
Guided boat tours through UNESCO-protected mudflats home to over two million migratory birds.
January 18–19, 2026
Banc d'Arguin National Park
SportAtlantic Kite & Wind Festival
Kitesurfers from across Africa and Europe gather on Mauritania's wild Atlantic beach for this annual coastal celebration.
February 7–9, 2026
Nouakchott Coast
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We can build your trip itinerary around any festival or event in our calendar. Just let us know which one catches your eye.
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