Buraidah: The Buraidah International Dates Carnival activities will commence on Thursday and continue through September 10. The events will be held across various venues, including the National Center auction square, the events tent, and the King Khalid Cultural Center.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the carnival will feature daily auctions and date exchanges, luxury date exhibitions, a Dates Perfume pavilion, and Palm Innovations displays. Visitors will also find heritage and art exhibitions, a children's theater, competitions, and daily prizes as part of the festivities.
Tourists can enjoy bus tours to local heritage farms, museums, and scenic routes. The event will also include public parades, fireworks displays, a classic Toyota car exhibition, and partner showcases.
The carnival aims to boost the economic and tourism sectors centered on dates and palm trees. It serves as an important platform for artisans, families involved in the cottage industry, and innovators to present their work.