The event takes place from January to February.
AlUla is home to world-class sights, historical attractions, and vibrant festivals. Now, it is set to welcome the return of the AlUla Arts Festival, which is in its fourth edition and runs from 16 January to 22 February. The festival brings together exciting events from art exhibitions to music shows, and here’s how to join.
AlUla Arts Festival takes place across AlUla in locations including Al Jadidah and Old Town. The events include exhibitions, dance and music performances from local as well as international artists. Plus, guests can join talks, workshops and specially curated programmes.
In Wadi AlFann, there will be art exhibitions commissioned for the site. In AlJadidah Arts District, there will be a public photography exhibition, and daily classes, talks and workshops. In AlKhatt, visitors can learn about the art of Arabic calligraphy.
The AlUla Artist Residency Programme includes an open studio experience, which brings together arts, culture and history. Cinema AlJadidah boasts a series of documentaries and films, from arts to biopics, and talks from film experts. Ayman Zedani will host film screenings and talks from the filmmaker.
AlUla Arts Festival also takes place at locations including ATHR Gallery, Bayt Al Hams by Tarek Atoui, and Madrasat Addeera X Design Space.
Other festivals taking place at AlUla include Ancient Kingdoms Festival from 7 to 30 November, Winter at Tantora from 19 December to 11 January, and AlUla Trail Race from 23 to 24 January 2025.
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