A night of trance, rhythm, and soul from Algeria’s southern frontier.
Experience the electrifying spirit of Diwane music with Gaâda Diwane Béchar, the legendary ensemble that has brought the mystical sounds of the Algerian Sahara to international stages.

Rooted in centuries-old Gnawa and Sufi traditions, Diwane is a sacred musical rite born from healing ceremonies — fusing hypnotic rhythms, call-and-response chants, and the deep pulse of the guembri (three-stringed lute).

From the oasis city of Béchar, where Arab, Berber, and Sub-Saharan cultures meet, Gaâda Diwane revitalises this powerful heritage with vibrant energy, bringing ancient trance into dialogue with contemporary sound. Prepare for an unforgettable evening of ancestral grooves, spiritual ecstasy, and the timeless heartbeat of the desert with this rare UK performance.

This special event is part of DzFest’s third edition, themed The Sahara, celebrating the vast and vibrant cultural heritage of Algeria’s desert regions. Gaâda Diwane Béchar exemplifies this heritage, embodying the spiritual resilience, musical innovation, and communal spirit of the Saharan peoples.

Including a surprise opening act