With a wide range of events and drawcards, AlUla, is an ancient Arabian oasis city 350 kilometres north-west of the city of Medina and 1,100 km from Riyadh.
The area is also known for its striking landscape of rocks, canyons, and wadis, which contrast with the city's palm-filled oases.
The Royal Commission for al-Ula (RCU) envisages making it a global destination for culture and tourism.
The AlUla Arts Festival returns for its fifth edition later this month, transforming the ancient city into a stage for contemporary art, design and culture.
Running from January 16 to February 14, the festival features new art commissions as part of the fourth edition of Desert X AlUla.
It also includes a major art exhibition, a collaboration between the contemporary art museum in AlUla - as part of its pre-opening programme - and Paris's Centre Pompidou. There will also be a Design Space AlUla exhibition spotlighting Saudi and international talents.
Visitors will also enjoy live music and immersive performances.
AlUla is seeking to solidifying its position as a year-round global hub for creativity with festival part of AlUla Moments 2025-2026 Calendar.
“AlUla Arts Festival is the contemporary expression of ancient traditions of creativity and cultural exchange in AlUla," said Hamad Alhomiedan, director of arts and creative industries for RCU.
"With this year’s diverse program, AlUla becomes a canvas for creative dialogue and a catalyst for conversations in the Kingdom and beyond. We are proud to showcase ambitious works by some of Saudi Arabia’s most celebrated artists alongside internationally renowned pioneers, all inspired by the unique culture and landscapes of AlUla."
Desert X AlUla 2026 (January 16-February 28) will presenting 10 new site-specific artworks inspired by the poetry of Kahlil Gibran.
Other upcoming festivals include Arduna (February 1-April 15) with many of the highlights in the
AlJadidah Arts District.
For more info see https://www.experiencealula.com/en
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