About

The festival opens with the Night of Arabic Literature at Floor17 in Amsterdam on Friday 13 November, 18:00–22:00. Egyptian writer Abdelrahman ElGendy talks about his memoir Huna.

What to expect

An evening about Arabic literature and culture, with food, music and an Arabic souk.

  • Talk with writer Abdelrahman ElGendy
  • His memoir Huna
  • Meet writers, thinkers and makers
  • The night closes with music

Questions

When does Night of Arabic Literature start and end?

Night of Arabic Literature runs Friday, 13 November 2026, 18:00 until 22:00.

Where is Night of Arabic Literature?

Night of Arabic Literature takes place at Floor17, Staalmeesterslaan 410, Amsterdam.

How much are tickets for Night of Arabic Literature?

Tickets for Night of Arabic Literature cost €11.20 on the official ticket shop.

What can I expect during the evening?

A full evening programme on Arabic literature and culture.

Food, music and an Arabic souk

Meetings between writers, thinkers, makers and lovers of literature

Room to walk around the souk and keep talking

The night closes with music

Arabic and Moroccan events

Getting there

Floor17, Staalmeesterslaan 410, 1057 PH Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, NL

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