The fifth edition of the Sharjah World Music Festival, SWMF, is set to take place from 12th to 19th January 2018. It is presented by Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in a strategic partnership with Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) and Al Majaz Amphitheatre.

Dozens of artists, musicians and instrumentalists from 11 countries like Kuwait, Spain, Hungary, Ukraine, Argentina, Spain, Lebanon, Syria, Egypt, Iraq and others will be performing in four different venues in Sharjah, namely, Al Majaz Amphitheatre, The Flag Island theatre, Al Qasba and Al Majaz Waterfront during the eight days of the festival. From Arabic to Andalusian, and famous Jazz orchestras, the festival will feature an eclectic mix of musical traditions from around the world, and cater to a variety of preferences.

"Every year, the Sharjah World Music Festival gives citizens and residents a golden opportunity to escape the busyness of everyday life and absorb the sights, sounds and colours of the event across eight days. The fifth edition will showcase a spectacular selection of musical stalwarts from the region and beyond, and the programme has been curated in a way that will bring a world of artistic expressions to one stage," said Artist Furat Qaddouri, Manager of Sharjah World Music Festival.