Tourism minister launches "Saudi Winter" events calendar
RIYADH — Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb launched this year's Saudi Winter events calendar, featuring a wide range of tourism events and activities across several winter destinations in Saudi Arabia. The events under the theme “Saudi winter the way you love it” will be held in Riyadh, AlUla, Al
RIYADH — Minister of Tourism Ahmed Al-Khateeb launched this year's Saudi Winter events calendar, featuring a wide range of tourism events and activities across several winter destinations in Saudi Arabia. The events under the theme “Saudi winter the way you love it” will be held in Riyadh, AlUla, Al-Qassim, Hail, Jeddah, Al-Khobar, Al-Ahsa, Madinah, and the Red Sea.The calendar offers visitors numerous options for enjoying awinter season filled with experiences catering to different interests and age groups.The launch provides visitors with a comprehensive guide to the major events, activities, and experiences available across Saudi destinations during the season, combining entertainment, culture, adventure, and relaxation. Offerings range from festivals, sporting events, live performances, and cultural and heritage experiences to nature excursions, desert adventures, and resort stays, alongside diverse dining, café, shopping, and seaside experiences. These options allow families and friends to tailor their trips to their interests and enjoy multiple experiences during a single visit.The Saudi Winter events calendar highlights the diversity ofexperiences offered by Saudi Arabia's winter destinations, from major international events and urban entertainment to historical sites, nature trails, and desert adventures, allowing visitors to choose their preferred experiences and discover more of what Saudi Arabia has to offer during the winter season.The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) previously organized aworkshop for this year's Saudi Winter program, bringing together more than 100 public and private sector partners. The program features over 1,800 tourism products, along with numerous distinctive events, activities, and cultural and nature-based experiences designed to appeal to diverse visitor segments, strengthen destination competitiveness, and enhance the attractiveness of Saudi destinations during the winter season.The events calendar is available on the ministry's official website.