Updated 22 February 2022
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6 ways to celebrate Saudi Founding Day

6 ways to celebrate Saudi Founding Day

Saudi Arabia on Tuesday kicked off three days of celebrations for its Founding Day. Here are six ways to celebrate the week that marks three centuries since the first Saudi state was established.

  • Founding operetta

    Saudi singers Mohammed Abdo, Abdulmajeed Abdullah, Majed Al-Mohandes, Dalia Mubarak, and Rashed Al-Fares will present a musical show on Wednesday in Riyadh.

  • Museum visits

    Running until Thursday, the National Museum in Riyadh will host several interactive workshops and talks to celebrate the Kingdom’s history and culture.

  • Nejnaj festival

    The family orientated Nejnaj festival features various activities including traditional markets, fashion shows, and galleries and will take place in 14 cities throughout the Kingdom including Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam.

  • Dress up

    Celebrate the special occasion in style by dressing up with family at home. Wear traditional costumes and have coffee while watching shows on TV.

  • Light shows

    From spectacular fireworks to artistic drone shows, displays will be held in cities throughout the country.

  • Live performances

    Many Saudi restaurants will host live performances to celebrate the special week, including a show by Saudi singer Sarah Chafei at the David Burke eatery in Riyadh.