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News, events and developments from across Morocco, with useful updates for visitors and residents.
A New Museum in Fès Tells the Story of Moroccan Jewish Culture
Fès has a new museum dedicated to Moroccan Jewish heritage. Here is what it covers and what to check before visiting.
Marrakech Film Festival 2026: Films Announced and How to Attend
The Marrakech International Film Festival has unveiled 76 films for 20–28 November. Here is what to watch and how the public e-pass works.
Casablanca–Essaouira Direct Flights Begin: Schedule and Fares
A new direct Casablanca–Essaouira air service began on 1 November 2026, with flights twice a week and a subsidised MAD 400 economy fare each way.
Dakar 2027 Comes to Morocco: Route, Dates and What Visitors Can Plan
Morocco will host eleven Dakar stages and a rest day in Agadir, with a finish in Marrakech. The proposed 9 to 23 January dates await FIA approval.
Tangier Medina Becomes a Film Set for The Mummy 4
Film sets have appeared around Tangier's Kasbah and Bab El Bhar squares for The Mummy: The Book of the Dead, with filming scheduled to begin on 26 October.
Casablanca Marathon 2026: Race Times, Marathon Village and Getting Around
The Casablanca Marathon took place on Sunday 25 October. Here are the organiser's final race times, village schedule and archived route information.
What’s On in Morocco in November 2026: Film, Music, Art and Events
November brings the Marrakech International Film Festival, cinema in Rabat and Nador, live music, trail running and exhibitions around Morocco. Here are the dates worth planning around.
What’s On in Morocco in October 2026: Festivals, Concerts and Events
October brings MOGA in Essaouira, major concerts in Rabat, festivals in Fès, Marrakech and Casablanca, plus surf and equestrian events. Here are the dates worth planning around.
Morocco's Airports Pass 22 Million Passengers: What the 2026 Figures Tell Travellers
Moroccan airports handled 22.28 million passenger movements through July 2026. Where traffic is concentrated, and what the progressive mobile boarding rollout means.
Oukaimeden's Rebuild Has a Contractor. What It Means for This Winter
Morocco's main ski destination has a contractor for its rebuild. Anyone planning a winter trip should still assume nothing about the lifts.
Marrakech International Film Festival Confirmed for 20 to 28 November
The festival runs 20 to 28 November 2026. Public e-pass registration is open; check the programme and each screening’s access conditions.
MOGA Essaouira, 30 September to 4 October: Two Free Days, Then Three Ticketed Ones
The 2026 programme split into two free days across Essaouira and three ticketed days in Diabat. This article archives the announced dates and access terms.
Moroccan Airports Set Traffic Records This Summer
Casablanca handled more than 46,000 passengers in a single day in August. Here are the figures, and a short peak-season planning checklist.
Ryanair Announces Record Morocco Winter Schedule, Including Five New Marrakech Routes
The programme covers 156 routes and 5.3 million seats. Only some of the new Marrakech connections have been named publicly.
Morocco Returns to GMT: Clocks Change Permanently on 20 September
Morocco left GMT+1 for good and has been on GMT since 20 September 2026, with no seasonal or Ramadan clock change. Here is what changed, and why.
