HistoryThe Heritage Yard
Learn about the heritage of Al Madinah and its presence in hospitality and architecture. A yard that brings cultural and heritage organisations together with development and hospitality.
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Al Madinah events calendar
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Every theme, in one season.
All events41 eventsHistory3 events
Culture6 events
Nature6 events
Culinary Arts4 events
Sports11 events
Entertainment11 events
History3 eventsCulture6 eventsNature6 eventsCulinary Arts4 eventsSports11 eventsEntertainment11 events41 events
History
3 eventsHistory
HistorySadeem
Return to Al Madinah of a hundred years ago from a theatre seat. A play that recalls its markets, the customs of its people, and the details of their lives, on a journey through time.
18–21 November
HistoryA Journey to Know Al Madinah
Take your family to the stories and landmarks of Al Madinah. A journey that combines the pleasure of discovery and learning, and introduces you to the history of the place in the company of those you love.
28 NovemberCulture
6 events
CultureThe Craftspeople's Yard
Come closer to the world of crafts and handmade work. A yard for meeting craftspeople's products and programmes that support their small projects.
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CultureThe Culture Yard
Give your curiosity a tour of the Culture Yard. Learn about publishers' titles, bookshops, and the services of educational organisations.
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CultureThe Perfumers' Yard
Choose a souvenir from the world of perfume for your journey. A walk among incense, perfumes, natural herbs, and care products in the Perfumers' Yard.
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CultureMade in Al Madinah
Make your own souvenir of Al Madinah. A market of local crafts and live workshops where you make your piece and take it with you.
7–14 November
CultureHow Do a Mother and Her Daughter Think?
Come closer to your daughter's world, and give her room to understand you. An interactive session for mothers and their daughters aged 9 to 12, on different ways of thinking and different needs.
13 November
CultureMadinah Culture Week
Live the culture of Al Madinah through its arts and voices. A week that brings together literature, music, and interactive performances in a celebration of Madinah identity.
10–17 DecemberNature
6 events
NatureAl-Merbad Winters
Take a winter break among the greenery of Al-Merbad. A walk on the farm and quiet time outdoors to enjoy nature.
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NatureSocial Farm Winters
Give coffee and food a place among the mountains and palms. Restaurants, cafés, and varied gatherings at Social Farm, where you spend the winter in nature.
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NatureJabal Ayr Journey “Will They Not Reflect?” — for Women
Give yourself time to reflect among the views of Jabal Ayr. A journey for women that combines discovering the mountain's nature with reflection on its details.
5 December
NatureJabal Ayr Journey “Will They Not Reflect?” — for Girls
Give your daughters a chance to learn in nature. A journey to Jabal Ayr for girls aged 10 to 15 that combines exploration and reflection.
12 December
NatureJabal Ayr: Beginnings
Take a break from study days in the nature of Jabal Ayr. A journey for university students that combines exploration and reflection on the mountain views.
26 December
NatureA Sha'ban Gathering for Girls
Welcome the days of Sha'ban with a meeting in nature. A programme for girls that combines varied activities with educational and spiritual experiences.
22 JanuaryCulinary Arts
4 events
Culinary ArtsThe Cooks' Yard
Take a walk among food and what it takes to prepare it. A yard that brings food, drink, kitchen tools, and food-delivery services together.
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Culinary ArtsThe Farmers' Yard
Come closer to farming and the products that reach your table. A space that brings dates, food, and organisations specialised in agriculture and irrigation together.
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Culinary ArtsThe Prophetic Table
Learn about foods linked to the Prophet's life. An experience that combines tasting and the story of food, and adds knowledge of the table's flavours to your visit.
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Culinary ArtsDates and Coffee Festival
Taste the dates of Al Madinah with the scent of freshly roasted coffee. Live roasting, competitions, and local farmers' products at the Dates and Coffee Festival.
20–25 FebruarySports
11 events
SportsTaaruf Champions (2)
Give your children a chance to take the initiative and lead. A camp for boys and girls aged 10 to 15 that builds values, leadership, and teamwork.
19–21 November
SportsJabal Ayr Bikeathon
Take on the cycling challenge on the paths of Jabal Ayr. A race that combines the energy of competition with the mountain's nature and wide views of the city.
9 January
SportsAl Hayy Marathon
Set off from the heart of Al Hayy toward the finish line. A race for families, young people, and visitors, ending with a mountain view.
12 January
SportsRest in Nature
Give your day quiet moments on Jabal Ayr. An outdoor experience for enjoying nature and resting away from the noise of the day.
16 January
SportsWalking at Via Ferrata
Set off walking among the mountain paths. An experience that combines movement and exploration in nature, to enjoy the view and a different adventure.
16 January
SportsCycling at Via Ferrata
Discover the pleasure of setting off on a bicycle. A ride that combines activity and exploration in nature.
16 January
SportsRock Climbing at Via Ferrata
Test your skill at rock climbing. An adventure and a challenge among the rock formations.
16 January
SportsAbseiling at Via Ferrata
Try abseiling. An adventure that combines concentration, challenge, and the pleasure of exploration.
16 January
SportsThe Gulf Taaruf Camp
New experiences that build girls' skills and open a door to learning. A camp for girls aged 9 to 14 that combines sport, learning, and practical activities.
27–30 January
SportsSporting, Religious, and Educational Events
A full programme of sporting activities and religious and educational events, to strengthen physical and spiritual health, for every age.
9–18 February
SportsAyr Trails
Choose your path and start the walking challenge on Jabal Ayr. Three trails of different difficulty, with views for photography and a completion badge for every participant.
6–7 MarchEntertainment
11 events
EntertainmentThe Children's Yard
Give the little ones their share of the outing. A yard that brings children's toys, their products, and choices for play and early learning together.
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EntertainmentThe Manakha Yard
Shop and learn about what you can buy in the Manakha Yard. A space that brings retail shops and online commerce together with payment and shipping services.
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EntertainmentThe Kindness Yard
Learn about ways to care for your pets. A yard that brings shops, specialised food, and veterinary clinics together in one place.
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EntertainmentCity Centre Winters
Complete your day with a winter walk beside the Qiblatayn Mosque. Restaurants and cafés in the city centre, and architectural details inspired by the identity of the place.
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EntertainmentMaqsid Quba Winters
Give your walk near Quba Mosque a stop for food and coffee. Restaurants, cafés, and gatherings at Maqsid Quba, for the winter and for wandering.
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EntertainmentAl-Matal Winters
Take the people you love to the view from Al-Matal in winter. An experience that brings family and friends together to enjoy the scene and the season.
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EntertainmentRio World Winters
Come closer to the world of animals on a visit to Rio World. Meet rare and varied species on a visit that combines watching and learning.
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EntertainmentAlia Mall Winters
Combine a shopping walk and family time at Alia Mall. An experience of the season, where you choose together what suits your day.
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EntertainmentThe Show “La Had Yadri”
Save your evening for laughter at Zero Theatre. A stand-up show with Osama Bayzid, as part of Thmanyah's visit to Al Madinah.
13 November
EntertainmentAn Event So That You May Know One Another
A day on the farm that opens a door to new friendships. Entertainment and awareness activities for girls aged 10 to 15 that encourage meeting and conversation.
29 January
EntertainmentAl Hayy Bazaar
Look for a local piece or a traditional flavour at Al Hayy Bazaar. A shopping walk that brings handmade crafts, local products, and food together in a heritage setting.
13–17 FebruaryEvery date, in your hands
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