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 […]
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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 […]
Alhamra announces three-day Alhamra Sufi Festival 2025
The Lahore Arts Council has unveiled the official schedule for its inaugural three-day “Alhamra Sufi Festival 2025,” a landmark cultural endeavor set to take place from 28 to 30 November. Designed as one of the Council’s most visionary and soul-enriching festivals, the event embodies Alhamra’s enduring commitment to elevating artistic expression, cultural reflection and spiritual […]
Alhamra celebrates Bapsi’s legacy
The Lahore Arts Council Alhamra hosted a dignified and heartfelt tribute in honour of the eminent scholar Bapsi Sidhwa, celebrating her remarkable literary legacy and enduring influence. The ceremony was organised in collaboration with Kinnaird College, OX, ICPWE and Alhamra, bringing together distinguished academics, writers, researchers and admirers of Sidhwa’s work. Chairman Alhamra Razi Ahmed […]
Alhamra hosts symposium on ‘Iqbal’s Thought as the Guiding Light’
Under the auspices of the Idara-e-Saqafat-e-Islamia, in collaboration with Lahore Arts Council Alhamra and the Pakistan Philosophical Association, a distinguished intellectual and scholarly session titled “The Creative Thought of Islamic Renaissance: From Allama Iqbal to Dr Burhan Ahmed Farooqi” was held at Alhamra Hall 3. The event brought together renowned scholars, intellectuals, students and citizens […]
Alhamra screens ‘Spirited Away’
The Lahore Arts Council continues its mission to provide quality entertainment at no cost to the public, reaffirming its commitment to cultural enrichment and accessibility. Through its Film Club screenings, Alhamra offers citizens of Lahore the chance to experience cinematic brilliance from around the world in an inspiring, creative environment. This gesture reflects how deeply […]
Alhamra hosts Shaam-e-Mouseeqi
The Lahore Arts Council’s Academy of Performing Arts hosted a mesmerising “Shaam-e-Mouseeqi” (Musical Evening) that filled Alhamra with rhythm, melody and emotion. The evening celebrated the timeless beauty of Pakistani music and the enduring power of the performing arts to unite hearts through harmony and expression. The evening’s performances were a magnificent celebration of sound, […]