Saudi Arabia Foundation Day Celebration Activities and Ticket Purchase Link

Weather of Arabia - The cities of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will witness, starting on Tuesday, February 22nd, a number of events that are held to celebrate the "Foundation Day", in honor of the well-established roots of this blessed country, which extends for more than three centuries, and the close association of its citizens with its leaders since the founding of the Saudi state. In the middle of the year 1139 AH, corresponding to 1727 AD, until this time.

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Celebrations of the Saudi Founding Day

Activities in the capital, Riyadh

1. The “Starting Walk” event in Wadi Namar (Tuesday, February 22nd)

Through 10 scenes, it tells the story of three centuries ago, with the participation of 3,500 performers with their thoroughbred horses, and a group of melodies with the voice of Arab artist Mohammed Abdo, Abdul Majeed Abdullah, Rashid Al-Faris, and Ayed. And with the participation of Ismail Al-Mubarak and Zina Emad.

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2. The “Operetta Foundation” event at Mohammed Abdo Theater in Riyadh City Boulevard (Wednesday, February 23)

This work reviews historical icons that have passed through three centuries; Starting with the founder in the form of a musical play sung by the artists Mohammed Abdo, Abdul Majeed Abdullah, Rashid Al-Faris, Majed Al-Mohandes, and Dalia.

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3. The Light Show (Thursday, February 24th)

The site of the intersection of King Salman bin Abdulaziz Road with Prince Turki bin Abdulaziz Al-Awwal Road has been designated to enjoy watching the paintings, as its ten paintings mix fireworks, aerial drone shows and sound effects.

This event does not require tickets

4. The Majlis event at the National Museum (February 22-25)

In an atmosphere crowded with cultural meanings, we discuss together the Majlis’ cultural event through a unique set of interactive workshops, along with fruitful dialogues and discussions, documenting the cultural aspects related to the first Saudi state stage and a “fat day”!

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5. "Najtah - Riyadh" event at the Eastern Ring Road Show (February 22-24)

This cultural celebration around the Kingdom includes a display of traditional Saudi clothing and costumes, as well as an art exhibition, historical cultural seminars and another specialized in Saudi coffee, and fireworks displays with a range of programs suitable for everyone's tastes!

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The activities of the cities of the Kingdom

The “Najtah” event will be held in several Saudi cities in addition to the capital, Riyadh, from February 22-23. This cultural celebration around the Kingdom includes a review of traditional Saudi clothing and costumes, as well as an art exhibition, historical cultural seminars, and one specialized in Saudi coffee, and game shows. With a set of programs suitable for everyone's taste, the following is the location of the celebration in each city:

1. "Nigtah - Jeddah" will be held at the Formula bus stops - no tickets required ( details )
2. Najtah - Dammam will be held in   King Fahd Park - No tickets required ( Details )
3. "Negtah - Madinah" and it will be held opposite Aliat Mall - Alia Mall - no tickets required ( details )
4. "Negtah - Taif" will be held behind King Fahd Park - no tickets required ( details )
5. "Negtah - Hail" will be held behind Al-Mughawa Garden Walk - no tickets required ( details )
6. "Negtah - Arar" will be held in Riffa neighborhood - no tickets required ( details )
7. "Negtah - Sakaka" will be held in the olive festival area in Al-Jawf - no tickets required ( details )
8. "Negtah - Abha" and it will be held at the Abha examination station - Corona smear clinics - no tickets required ( details )
9. "Negtah - Al Baha" and it will be held next to the vegetable market - no tickets required ( details )
10. "Najtah - Najran" will be held at Najran University - no tickets required ( details )
11. "Najtah - Jazan" will be held next to the heritage village in Jazan - no tickets required ( details )
12. "Negtah - Tabuk" will be held on King Abdullah Road - no tickets required ( details )
13. "Najtah - Al-Qassim" will be held in the dates market in Buraidah - no tickets required ( details )