Saudi Arabia | When is Saudi Founding Day 2025?

Written By ندى ماهر عبدربه on 2024/11/06

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Arab Weather - Saudis celebrate National Founding Day on Saturday, February 22, 2025 AD, corresponding to Shaaban 23, 1446 AH. This day is an opportunity to remember the history of the first Saudi state and appreciate its ancient roots.

Saudi Founding Day Holiday 1446

February 22 of each year is an official holiday in Saudi Arabia, with various popular and governmental events and activities. The Founding Day holiday is expected to be the following Sunday, with the date to be confirmed through an official announcement.

Saudi Founding Day Story

The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz, issued a decision to designate February 22 as the Founding Day , which commemorates the founding of the first Saudi state by Imam Muhammad bin Saud in 1139 AH/1727 AD. Imam Muhammad made Diriyah the capital of the state, and contributed to spreading knowledge and unity.

Why was February 22 chosen as the founding day?

February 22 was chosen to mark the beginning of the reign of Imam Muhammad bin Saud, who laid the foundations of the first Saudi state in the middle of the year 1139 AH (6/30/1139), corresponding to February 22, 1727 AD.

Foundation Day Objectives

Strengthening pride in the Kingdom's historical roots.
Strengthening unity between leaders and citizens.
Highlighting the Kingdom’s achievements in building stability and security.
Celebrating the country's cohesion and resilience in the face of challenges.
Appreciating the achievements of kings in promoting national unity.

Foundation Day Fashion

The fashions of the Founding Day celebrations vary according to the regions:

Men: Each region has its own traditional dress, including the agal, ghutra, and dagla.
Women: Costumes vary by region, such as the burqa and the shayla.
Children: Males and females wear traditional costumes that match the traditions of their regions.

Saudi Founding Day Celebrations

Saudis celebrate this day through several activities, including:

Change the corporate logo to reflect the spirit of the occasion.
Offering special offers and discounts in malls and restaurants.
Preparing traditional sweets, such as Klicha and Masoub.
Air shows with Saudi aircraft.
Raising the Saudi flag on buildings and balconies.