What's on in Jeddah
Jeddah’s noteworthy festivals and events are largely influenced by the Muslim religion. Specifically, the start and end of Ramadan is a time of celebration, and the period when pilgrims from around the world flock to the city in holy anticipation of the Hajj is an occasion in itself.
The few social festivals in Jeddah are designed to attract tourists to the city and to further financial backing.
Jeddah Summer Festival (June and July)
The Jeddah Summer Festival, known as a Jeddah Ghair, lasts 27-days and celebrates the development in past, present and future in the region. The event initially began in 2000 and now attracts over three million visitors to bear witness to activities that include photo and arts exhibitions, folklore and heritage markets, cultural contests, and magnificent fireworks.
Eid Al-Fitr Festival (Sept 2010 - otherwise ninth month of lunar calendar)
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan and is by far one of the most popular of the festivals in Jeddah. The celebration lasts an entire week and is meant to commemorate the sacrifice of Ishmael by Abraham. People come from far and wide for this special occasion, decorate their houses and prepare sumptuous meals for family and friends in order to break the fast of the previous month.
The few social festivals in Jeddah are designed to attract tourists to the city and to further financial backing.
Jeddah Summer Festival (June and July)
The Jeddah Summer Festival, known as a Jeddah Ghair, lasts 27-days and celebrates the development in past, present and future in the region. The event initially began in 2000 and now attracts over three million visitors to bear witness to activities that include photo and arts exhibitions, folklore and heritage markets, cultural contests, and magnificent fireworks.
Eid Al-Fitr Festival (Sept 2010 - otherwise ninth month of lunar calendar)
Eid al-Fitr marks the end of the holy month of Ramadan and is by far one of the most popular of the festivals in Jeddah. The celebration lasts an entire week and is meant to commemorate the sacrifice of Ishmael by Abraham. People come from far and wide for this special occasion, decorate their houses and prepare sumptuous meals for family and friends in order to break the fast of the previous month.
