Hurghada International Festival
February
The Red Sea's premier sporting festival attracts local and international competitors alike. The big event is the off-road 75km run from the sea to the desert escarpment. It's the perfect excuse to get off the beach and put your trainers on.
Hurghada International Fishing Festival
February
Keen anglers from all over the world descend on Hurghada during February to try and snare the big one in a variety of fishing competitions.
Sham al-Nissem
April
The Egyptian holiday of Sham al-Nissem marks the beginning of spring. Join in the picnicking fun on Hurghada's public beaches at this time, as local families take over the shore for the weekend.
Ramadan
July-August
The holy month of Ramadan is Islam's biggest religious festival. During the day when Muslims are fasting, Hurghada is quieter than normal. After dusk though, people take to the streets to socialise long into the night. Many Hurghada restaurants put on events during the evenings of this month.
Yacht Racing and Water Skiing Festival
October
This festival celebrates Hurghada's international standing as a prime watersports destination with demonstrations and a series of competitions.