Welcome Ramadan With Exciting Events in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Ramadan has arrived early this year to cherish us. What could be a better way to enjoy a festival than making memories with family, friends and loved ones. Ramadan is all about having iftar, offering prayers, spending time and sharing joyful moments together. If you're looking for unique ways to celebrate this month in Saudi Arabia, by stepping out of the house, you are on the right page. We bring you events that can make your festival more joyful and happy.

Enjoy this Ramadan in Saudi Arabia with special events 

1. Islamic Art Biennale 2025

Join the Islamic Arts Biennale, which is an international level event promoting cultural understanding and dialogue through art. This event hosts five galleries, and an outdoor exhibition stall. This gives you an opportunity to explore more than 500 objects and contemporary artworks. Just like a plate of meal put together with several delicious dishes, in a similar way this event is also a combination of several seminars, workshops, meet-the-artist sessions, performances, and film screenings. 

Date & Time:

Start date:25th Jan 2025 

End date: 25th May 2025

From 2 PM to 11 PM

Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Attractions of the event: Art works, Technical Innovation, floral motifs, geometric designs and calligraphy.

2. The Groves

The Groves in Saudi Arabia is a popular entertainment festival. Which takes place every year during the Holy Month. This event offers shopping, family dining, live concerts, and other cultural activities. Also This year, the event is coming up with new features, adding on like a dog-friendly park and a vibrant English garden. If you are looking for a perfect day out with family and friends, don't miss out on visiting ‘The Groves.’.

Date:

Start date: 3th December 2024 

End date: 9th March 2025

Timings:

Sun - Wed : 3:30 PM - 1:30 AM | Thurs- Sat: 3:30 PM - 2:00 AM

Location: The Groves, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Attractions of the event: Shopping, Dining, live concerts, Cultural activities.

3. AlUla Moments 

Make your festival memories more beautiful this year with ‘AIULa Moments’. This year they are offering numerous cultural activities which includes desert view tents, night fire camps, music fest, dance shows, and other fun activities. AlUla Moments is famous for night stays in deserts, delicious dinners and festival celebrations. To make your Ramadan outings more entertaining, do celebrate with the AlUla Moments.

Date & Time:

Start date:28th February 2025

End date: 5 April 2025

From 1 PM  to 2 AM

Location:  AlUla Old Town, Wadi AlFann, and AlJadidah Arts District.

Attractions of the event: music concerts, dance shows, workshops, night stays, decorative lightings.

Other ways to celebrate Ramadan with your loved ones in Saudi.

Apart from organized events in Saudi Arabia there are several community gatherings happening during this holy month in which you can take part with your friends and family. They may even be a saver when you have nothing planned but want to step out for a spontaneous day out.

Ramadan Tents

Welcome the holy month of Ramadan by taking an initiative to book a tent, and spend time in a homely atmosphere with your loved ones. Spending special time in Ramadan tents during this festival along with some delicious food, family games, and some beautiful family pictures will guarantee a lot of joyful memories. Ramadan Tents are not just for family get together, but also for hosting private iftar parties, corporate parties, or community functions.

places which are hosting Ramadan Tents 

• Grand Layali Ramadan Tent
• Ramadan Iftar at Layali Al Sham Tent

Historic Jeddah

The Historic Jeddah Festival is a yearly event that takes place during Ramadan. This festival gives tribute to the city's heritage and culture. This festival is entitled as an international destination for heritage. This Festival includes the Kingdom's culture, literature, history, Arabian, Islamic. The event includes programs for all ages such as Cultural and entertainment programs, Iftar, Worship, and shopping  streets. 

Location: Al Balad, district of Jeddah.

Poetry Nights

Individuals who want to spend some personal time for this Ramadan. Especially for them, the most suitable places are Poetry Nights. These events give the opportunity to express inner voices and listen to world poetry. These poetry nights are engaged with community interactions, fun activities, and story telling. Also includes art stores, book workshops and some therapy events.

places which are hosting Poetry Nights 

• Movenpick Hotel Tahlia Jeddah
• Amara Tent by Hilton Riyadh
• Alqasir Tent at the Ritz-Carlton Riyadh

Visitors who are willing to be part of the Ramadan season this year in Saudi Arabia. Keep an eye out for exciting event announcements and plan accordingly. also, Explore the Ramadan rules, Ramadan traditions and their celebrational events.

Ramadan Rules

Ramadan festival is very special for Muslims, they will celebrate this festival over a month by worshiping God for their well being. This festival is celebrated for 29 to 30 days by following strict fasting from dawn to sunset . When the sun goes down, they complete their prayers and end the fast. Also, during this festival, everyone maintains peace and harmony. According to Ramadan traditions, the celebration of Eid is done after the sighting of the moon, and celebrated by sharing delicious dinners together with families and exchanging gifts. 

We brought you the best  events to attend during Ramadan in Saudi Arabia, we hope you find the best event to spend time at. Along with the Ramadan festival, there are many other things to do in Saudi Arabia which will keep you entertained. Book your flight tickets to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and explore now.