Category: Culture

The Sustainable Agricultural Rural Development Program (Reef Saudi) is showcasing its most prominent achievements and success stories at the 41st Saudi Agriculture exhibition, held at the Riyadh International Exhibition and Convention Center from October 21 to 24, 2024, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA). The pavilion highlights Reef Saudi’s pioneering role in advancing sustainable […]

The Camel Hackathon in Hail, Saudi Arabia, unites innovators to enhance the camel sector’s cultural and economic value, aligning with Vision 2030 and the Year of the Camel 2024.

Saudi Arabia initiates Arab Week at UNESCO on November 4-5 in Paris, showcasing Arab cultural heritage with exhibitions, seminars, and participation from all Arab countries.

Noor Riyadh 2024 returns Nov 28-Dec 14 with over 60 light artworks across King Abdulaziz Historical Center, Wadi Hanifa, and JAX District in Riyadh.

Saudi Arabia’s Culinary Arts Commission hosts ‘Taste of Saudi Culture’ in Tokyo from Nov 8-10, showcasing authentic Saudi dishes, products, and cultural performances to international audiences.

Riyadh Season 2024 hosts Philippine Week at Suwaidi Park from Oct 22-25, featuring Filipino theater, bazaars, games, and cuisine in partnership with Saudi authorities.

A Shaheen falcon chick sold for SAR400,000 at the Saudi Falcons Club Auction 2024, the highest price yet, as four falcons fetched SAR794,000 on the sixth night.

A peregrine falcon chick sold for SAR400,000 at the Saudi Falcons Club Auction 2024, setting a new record. The event highlights Saudi heritage and Vision 2030.

Four falcons sold for SAR485,000 on the eighth night of the Saudi Falcons Club Auction 2024, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s cultural heritage and Vision 2030.

The Architecture and Design Commission hosted an Architecture and Design Café in Al-Baha discussing the King Salman Charter for Architecture and Urbanism and its societal impact.

King Saud University theater team wins Best Group Theater Team Award at Cairo International University Theater Festival, with two students earning individual honors.

The Red Sea International Film Festival launches its Global Selection list for the fourth edition, featuring 12 acclaimed films to be screened in Jeddah from December 5-14, 2024.

The Tariq Abdulhakim Center in Historic Jeddah commemorated World Day for Audiovisual Heritage with cultural performances and documentary screenings, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s commitment to preserving its rich heritage.

Saudi Heritage Commission approves 500 new sites in the urban heritage register, bringing the total to 4,540 and reinforcing Vision 2030 cultural goals.

Saudi Arabia celebrates World Day for Audiovisual Heritage on October 27, with Darah leading efforts to preserve films, broadcasts, and photographs for future generations.

The Red Sea International Film Festival announces its 2024 Global Selections lineup of 12 films, showcasing diverse voices and supporting Saudi Vision 2030.

Saudi Falcons Club Auction’s ninth night raises SAR438,000 with five prized falcons sold, highlighting heritage preservation and Vision 2030 alignment.

SPA wins FANA’s Best Report award for its feature on Alheda’a, showcasing Saudi cultural heritage and journalistic excellence at the 51st General Assembly in Kuwait.

King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck of Bhutan received Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan in Riyadh to discuss cultural cooperation and heritage preservation.

The Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission hosted a virtual event on translation in sports, highlighting its role in Saudi Arabia’s global sports ambitions.

Two falcons sold for SAR305,000 on the tenth night of the Saudi Falcons Club Auction 2024, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s cultural heritage and Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia’s FIFA World Cup™ 2034 bid unit and Manga Arabia launch ‘Road to 2034’, the Kingdom’s first manga, in Arabic, English, and Japanese.

Three falcons sold for a total of SAR412,000 on the 15th night of the Saudi Falcons Club Auction, highlighting the Kingdom’s rich heritage and Vision 2030 alignment.

KSGAAL launches a scientific program in Brazil from November 4-9, 2024, promoting Arabic language education through forums, courses, and cultural exchange.

Saudi Arabia inaugurates the first Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris, uniting 22 Arab nations to showcase heritage, culture, and Vision 2030 cultural diplomacy.

The Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy captivates visitors at Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris, showcasing Saudi Arabia’s cultural leadership.

Saudi Arabia’s Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris showcased falconry to diplomats and officials, highlighting Arab heritage and the Kingdom’s cultural diplomacy.

Saudi-led Arab Week at UNESCO brings 22 Arab countries together in Paris to showcase cultural heritage through seminars, exhibitions, and dialogue promoting global understanding.

The Saudi pavilion at Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris showcases camel culture, highlighting the Kingdom’s heritage and Vision 2030 cultural diplomacy.

KSGAAL participated in Arab Week at UNESCO in Paris, highlighting Arabic language policies and cultural dialogue, aligning with Saudi Vision 2030 and the Human Capability Development Program.

Two falcons sold for SAR196,000 on the 16th night of the Saudi Falcons Club Auction 2024, highlighting the Kingdom’s cultural heritage and Vision 2030 alignment.

UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay commends Saudi Arabia’s Arab Week at UNESCO for promoting Arab cultural diversity and shared values among 172 member states.

Arab Group praises Saudi initiative for first Arab Week at UNESCO, showcasing 22 nations’ heritage and fostering cultural bridges.

Saudi Arabia hosts the fourth International Translation Forum in Riyadh on November 8-9, 2024, welcoming 50+ global experts, 30 exhibitors, and 10 workshops.

Yemeni Week at Suwaidi Park concluded on Nov 6, 2024, celebrating Yemeni culture with music, food, and crafts, fostering Saudi-Yemeni ties and Vision 2030 goals.

The Royal Commission for AlUla signs a strategic partnership with the National Archaeological Museum of Naples to display artefacts in Saudi Arabia for the first time.

The Riyadh International Jazz Festival joins the World Jazz Network, enhancing Saudi Arabia’s global cultural presence and supporting Vision 2030 objectives.

The International Translation Forum 2024 in Riyadh, organized by the Literature, Publishing, and Translation Commission, brings global experts to discuss translation innovation and Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia reaffirms commitment to global cultural collaboration at the 5th G20 Culture Ministers’ Meeting in Brazil, highlighting heritage and creative economy.

A young peregrine falcon sold for a record SAR210,000 at the Saudi Falcons Club Auction in Malham, Riyadh, highlighting falconry’s cultural and economic role under Vision 2030.

The 15th Makkah International Arabian Horse Championship in Jeddah showcases 300 horses from domestic and international breeders, highlighting Saudi equestrian heritage and Vision 2030.

The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth) launches the Craftsman Bus tour, bringing Saudi heritage crafts like Sadu weaving and metalwork to communities across the Kingdom until November 23, 2024.

The Autumn Vacation events at Hira Cultural District in Makkah run from November 9 to 16, 2024, offering cultural, historical, and recreational activities for all.

Hailah Al-Enezi has spent over 25 years preserving the traditional Shinnah craft in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, training young women and attracting global visitors.

Saudi Arabia and Italy deepen cultural ties at the G20 Culture Ministers’ Meeting in Salvador, building on their 2023 MoU with long-term museum loans and heritage projects.

Saudi Arabia and Brazil deepen cultural ties at the G20 Culture Ministers’ Meeting, building on the 2019 MoU to enhance performing arts, museums, and cultural exchange.

Saudi and French officials meet in Brazil to discuss cultural cooperation in museums, libraries, performing arts, culinary arts, heritage, and film, advancing Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia’s first traveling contemporary art exhibition, Art of the Kingdom, opens at Paço Imperial in Rio de Janeiro, showcasing 17 Saudi artists and fostering cultural dialogue.

Two falcons sold for SAR191,000 at the Saudi Falcons Club Auction in Malham, Riyadh, highlighting the Kingdom’s cultural heritage and Vision 2030 alignment.

Saudi and US officials met in Salvador, Brazil, to discuss strengthening cultural cooperation, exchange, and institutional collaboration on the sidelines of the G20 Culture Ministers’ Meeting.

Saudi and Portuguese officials met in Brazil to discuss cultural collaboration in libraries, performing arts, scientific research, museum loans, and Islamic art.

The Saudi National Commission for Education, Culture and Science launches social media platforms under ‘Connecting with the World’ to boost global cultural profile.

Saudi Heritage Commission shares expertise on protecting cultural heritage from climate change at G20 seminar in Brazil, aligning with Vision 2030 goals.

Saudi Ministry of Culture launches Child’s Culture digital platform to engage children with heritage through interactive games, podcasts, and creative activities.

Saudi Deputy Minister of Culture Eng. Fahad Alkanaan met officials in Brazil to enhance cultural cooperation, highlighting Vision 2030 and global partnerships.

The second International Film Criticism Conference in Riyadh concluded with 40+ speakers from 24 countries, focusing on sound in cinema and Saudi film growth.

The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) showcases its contributions to geographical names and historical maps at the 10th Forum of the Arab Division of Experts in Geographical Names in Jeddah.

The Joy Awards website and app have been launched, offering bilingual access for fans to nominate and vote for their favorite stars ahead of the 2025 ceremony in Riyadh.

Women in Saudi Arabia’s Northern Borders preserve ancient tent-making, weaving goat and sheep hair into durable tents priced SAR1,600-6,000, boosting heritage tourism.

The Museums Commission launches “Telling Tomorrow’s Story” campaign to highlight museums’ role in preserving heritage, strengthening identity, and fostering creativity in Saudi Arabia.

The Saudi Culinary Arts Commission announces the 4th Saudi Feast Food Festival in Jeddah from Nov 27 to Dec 6, 2024, celebrating Saudi culinary heritage and Vision 2030.

Fenaa Alawwal launches first Art Films Week in Riyadh, featuring independent cinema and cross-cultural dialogue until November 21.

Al-Daha, a traditional Saudi folk performance from Tabuk, bridges generations through competitive poetry and rhythmic clapping. Discover its cultural significance and Vision 2030 alignment.

Ministry of Culture and Hadaf launch training for 100 Saudi cultural scholarship graduates, placing them in international institutions for up to 12 months.

Saudi Ministry of Culture hosts Yemeni Orchestra at King Fahad Cultural Centre, showcasing shared heritage and strengthening cultural ties under Vision 2030.

Diriyah Art Futures launches its inaugural exhibition ‘Art Must Be Artificial’ featuring 30+ global artists exploring AI and computer art from Nov 26, 2024 to Feb 15, 2025 in Riyadh.

The Saudi Falcons Club announces the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2024 will run December 3-19 at Malham, Riyadh, featuring the Milwah Race and Mazayen contest.

The Fashion Commission launches a white paper on luxury fashion retail skills and a new digital platform, advancing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals.

Bilad Al-Sham festivities at Al-Suwaidi Park concluded Tuesday, wrapping up a celebrated cultural run at Riyadh Season 2024 with Levantine heritage, music, and cuisine.

The Christian Dior ‘Designer of Dreams’ exhibition opens at the Saudi National Museum in Riyadh, featuring iconic designs and an AlUla-inspired section as part of Riyadh Season.

The Cultural Development Fund participates in Banan exhibition, offering financing and support to artisans and entrepreneurs in Saudi Arabia’s handicrafts industry.

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan met with Japanese Minister Dr. Toshiko Abe in Tokyo to discuss cultural cooperation and Expo 2025.

Saudi Arabia and Japan signed a memorandum of understanding in Tokyo to strengthen cultural cooperation in heritage, animation, and artistic exchange, aligning with Vision 2030.

Discover how women’s traditional markets in Al-Baha, Saudi Arabia, empower local women, preserve heritage, and drive economic growth in line with Vision 2030.

Saudi International Handicrafts Week (Banan) opens tomorrow in Riyadh with 500 artisans from the Kingdom and 25 countries, celebrating traditional crafts and Vision 2030.

Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan meets scholarship students in the Manga Production Foundations Program during a visit to Tokyo.

The Saudi Heritage Commission opens Banan exhibition in Riyadh, featuring over 500 artisans from Saudi Arabia and 25 countries, celebrating traditional crafts until November 29.

Riyadh Season’s ‘Bangladesh Days’ concluded at Al-Suwaidi Park, celebrating Bangladeshi culture with performances, cuisine, and crafts under the theme ‘Global Harmony’.

The Jeddah Historic District Program will host the fourth Red Sea International Film Festival from December 5-14, 2024, featuring 120 films from 81 countries in the new Culture Square.

Discover how Najran’s folklore arts, including the Zamil performance, add joy to national occasions and weddings, preserving Saudi heritage and aligning with Vision 2030.

Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan sponsors the King Salman Global Academy Prize for Arabic Language, honoring winners of its third edition for their contributions to Arabic.

The second Common Ground exhibition in Riyadh from Dec 18-31 will spotlight Iraqi culture, highlighting shared heritage with Saudi Arabia through art, literature, and more.

Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan visited the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, reviewing its design and progress ahead of the April 2025 opening.

AlUla takes center stage at the Christian Dior: Designer of Dreams exhibition in Riyadh, showcasing Saudi heritage and Vision 2030 cultural ambitions.

Banan exhibition in Riyadh brings together artisans from over 25 countries to celebrate traditional handicrafts and Saudi heritage, supporting Vision 2030 cultural goals.

Discover how the House of Artisans at the Banan International Exhibition showcases Saudi Arabia’s rich heritage, traditional crafts, and Vision 2030 alignment.

Saudi Arabia’s Music Commission announces the inaugural Riyadh Music Week from December 5-14, 2024, featuring global summits, the Music Cities Convention, and more.

The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts participates in Banan Handicrafts Week, showcasing Saudi crafts through workshops and exhibitions in Riyadh.

The General Authority for the Care of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet’s Mosque participates in the second Islamic Art Conference exhibitions at Ithra in Dhahran, showcasing Saudi Arabia’s cultural heritage.

Diriyah Art Futures, MENA’s first New Media Arts hub, opens in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, with an AI art exhibition, artist programmes, and Vision 2030 alignment.

Ithra concludes second Islamic Art Conference in Dhahran, uniting local and international experts to preserve handicrafts and support artisans under Vision 2030.

Discover the Saudi International Handicrafts Week Exhibition (Banan), organized by the Heritage Commission, showcasing crafts from 25 countries and Saudi heritage.

Noor Riyadh 2024 Preview Night offered a first look at the world’s largest light art festival, with 60 installations by 60 artists from 18 countries across Riyadh.

The King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language releases a digital toolkit under the theme ‘Proud of it’ ahead of World Arabic Language Day on December 18.

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Culture selects 20 research proposals from 405 applications across 15 countries for its Camel Studies Grant, advancing cultural research and Vision 2030.

Saudi Arabia and France sign executive programs with nine French cultural institutions to boost heritage, museums, film, and creative industries cooperation.

Ministry of Interior and Saudi Falcons Club launch a special stamp for King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival 2024, available to travelers at King Khalid International Airport.

Darah participates in the Saudi Manuscripts Exhibition with over 2,000 rare manuscripts, highlighting the Kingdom’s efforts to preserve and digitize its cultural heritage.

KSGAAL concludes Arabic Language Month in Thailand, advancing Arabic curricula and teacher training in Bangkok and Hat Yai from November 4 to December 2, 2024.

The Saudi Manuscripts Exhibition in Riyadh showcases over 2,000 rare manuscripts spanning 1,200 years, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s role in preserving global heritage.