The 9th edition of Think Fest “Afkar-e-Taza” kicked off at the Lahore Arts Council Alhamra with great intellectual fervour and cultural vibrancy, marking a powerful beginning to one of Pakistan’s most influential platforms for ideas, dialogue and global thought. From its very first day, Think Fest reaffirmed its stature as a forum where history, politics, […]
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Distinguished classical music programme held at Alhamra
A refined evening of classical music unfolded at Alhamra Hall #3, where a distinguished classical music programme was organised, celebrating tradition, discipline and artistic excellence. Renowned classical musician Ustad Nadeem Riaz Malik delivered a captivating performance, leaving the audience immersed in the depth and dignity of classical sound. Ustad Nadeem Riaz Malik, a former disciple […]
Alhamra celebrates Qawwali’s golden spirit
The Lahore Arts Council Alhamra reaffirmed its commitment to preserving Pakistan’s spiritual and cultural heritage by hosting a captivating evening of Qawwali that resonated deeply with the audience. The event stood as a powerful reminder of Qawwali’s sacred roots in the soil of Punjab, and its timeless message of love, peace and human connection, inspired […]
Alhamra celebrates Muhammad Ali Jinnah’s 149th birthday
The Lahore Arts Council, Alhamra, organised a grand, dignified and deeply inspiring ceremony to commemorate the 149th birth anniversary of the Founder of Pakistan, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah. The solemn yet vibrant event stood as a powerful tribute to the visionary leader whose unwavering principles laid the foundation of an independent nation. Through a blend […]
Sarangi evening at Alhamra celebrates Pakistan’s classical music heritage
The Lahore Arts Council Alhamra hosted a special Sarangi concert, paying a graceful tribute to the timeless legacy of classical music and Pakistan’s rare traditional instruments. Renowned Sarangi virtuoso Zohaib Ahmed delivered a spellbinding performance, in which the Sarangi’s soulful resonance conveyed a profound message of love, emotion and cultural depth to an enraptured audience. […]
Pakistan and Mauritius cultural ties strengthened through Alhamra dialogue
The High Commissioner of the Republic of Mauritius, Munsoo Kurrimbaccus, paid an official visit to the Lahore Arts Council Alhamra, the Mall, where he was accorded a warm and dignified welcome. During the visit, a comprehensive and meaningful meeting was held between the High Commissioner and Executive Director Alhamra, Muhammad Nawaz Gondal, focusing on matters […]
Alhamra’s new executive leadership sets the tone for cultural advancement
The Lahore Arts Council held an introductory meeting today in honour of its newly appointed Executive Director, Muhammad Nawaz Gondal, marking a significant moment of institutional alignment, renewed direction and collective commitment toward cultural advancement. The meeting began with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by a comprehensive briefing on Alhamra’s mandate, strategic functions […]
Thousands flock to celebrate the spirit of Sufism at Alhamra festival
The second day of the Alhamra Sufi Festival 2025 unfolded with breathtaking splendor, turning the Lahore Arts Council into a radiant sanctuary of devotion, art and collective joy at Alhamra Arts Center, the Mall. As crisp November winds swept through the Alhamra gardens, thousands of visitors stepped into a world illuminated by soft golden light, […]
Alhamra Sufi Festival 2025 opens with a spiritual artistry exhibition
The Lahore Arts Council inaugurated the highly anticipated Alhamra Sufi Festival 2025 on Friday with a breathtaking exhibition at the Allah Baksh Art Gallery, marking the beginning of a profound three-day celebration of mysticism, creativity and cultural enlightenment. The exhibition was formally opened by the Secretary of Information & Culture, Punjab, Syed Tahir Raza Hamdani, […]
Alhamra Sufi Festival opens today with an innovative exhibition of mystical art
The Lahore Arts Council will open its three-day Alhamra Sufi Festival tomorrow, beginning with the majestic exhibition “Whirling Lines of Sufi Wisdom,” a captivating presentation of calligraphy and artworks inspired by the spiritual depth of Sufi tradition. The opening day will further include a distinguished panel discussion on “Youth, Intellectual Challenges and the Teachings of […]