With inspiring cultural experiences…the launch of the AlUla Arts Festival 2025

The activities of the AlUla Arts Festival 2025 in its fourth edition began today, to provide a distinctive artistic and cultural experience amidst the picturesque nature of the AlUla Oasis in the northwest of the Kingdom. The festival continues until February 22, bringing together an elite group of Saudi and international artists to display inspiring works inspired by the ancient heritage of AlUla in a contemporary style, which highlights its role. As a center for cultural and civilizational creativity.
The festival highlights various forms of art, from performance and photography to music and cinema, opening new horizons for creativity and leading visitors on a comprehensive sensory journey to discover AlUla in all its details, from the breathtaking views to the enchanting sounds, textures, flavors and smells.

AlUla Arts Festival

The events also include a variety of art exhibitions, as the festival features a comprehensive artistic program held in distinctive landmarks such as the Art Valley and the New Arts District, in addition to solo exhibitions by the most prominent international artists. AlUla also hosts interactive programs, workshops, and musical and cinematic performances, which reflects the vision of the Royal Commission. To transform AlUla into a global destination for cultural and artistic exchange.

Executive Director of the Arts and Creative Industries Sector at the Royal Commission for AlUla, Noura Al-Dabal, explained that the festival is an embodiment of the Commission’s vision of transforming AlUla into a global center for cultural exchange, indicating that this year’s program brings together a diverse spectrum of ambitious artistic works that are inspired by AlUla’s unique nature.

A meeting place for civilizations and crafts

She emphasized the status of AlUla as a meeting place of civilizations, crafts and times, looking forward to visitors’ interaction with these works of art, society and the various places in AlUla, where contemporary art weaves a continuous dialogue with ancient heritage and enchanting nature.

Visitors can enjoy unique experiences by exploring exhibitions and performances, including light installations in the Art Valley and events for the local community and families.