Ithra Celebrates Saudi Founding Day with Three Cultural Nights in Dhahran

Ithra Celebrates Saudi Founding Day with Three Cultural Nights in Dhahran

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) is marking Saudi Founding Day with three cultural nights in Dhahran, offering visitors an immersive program that blends heritage, art, education, and community engagement.

into interactive cultural activities focused on craftsmanship and collective memory

The experience at the Plaza, where guests are welcomed into interactive cultural activities. One of the key highlights is “The Journey of Qur’anic Manuscripts,” a hands-on exploration of Arabic calligraphy and the historical methods used to preserve the Holy Qur’an across generations. Art enthusiasts can also visit the “Immortalization” exhibition, which documents pivotal moments from the First Saudi State and reflects on the foundations of national identity.

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Families can take part in interactive challenges at the Energy Exhibit inspired by Najdi architecture and traditional lifestyles, alongside the “Renewed Heritage” workshop, where visitors design miniature Najdi homes. Cinema screenings further enrich the program through films centered on land, history, and everyday life in Saudi Arabia.

In Ithra Gardens, traditional storytelling sessions and a marketplace inspired by historic souqs bring elements of the past into a contemporary setting. Meanwhile, the Children’s Museum hosts workshops and activities under the theme “Founding Day Anniversary,” promoting values of cooperation and belonging.

With Founding Day coinciding with Ramadan

Ithra has arranged Taraweeh prayers to allow visitors to experience both spiritual reflection and cultural celebration in one setting.

Since opening in 2018 in Dhahran, Ithra has continued to position itself as a leading cultural destination in Saudi Arabia, fostering creativity, knowledge exchange, and meaningful community experiences.