JEDDAH: The Jazan Festival 2026 is drawing considerable support from people of all ages during the mid-year school holiday, reflecting the event’s growing appeal.

Launched on Dec. 25, the festival runs until Feb. 15 under the theme “Jazan: Treasures of Nature,” showcasing the region’s cultural and natural heritage while reinforcing its position as a tourism destination, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.

The event features live performances and interactive displays recreating aspects of daily life across Jazan’s governorates.

Pavilions representing Jazan’s governorates line the festival’s Cultural Street, highlighting the craftsmanship of the local community and its close relation with the surrounding landscape, the SPA reported.

Abu Arish governorate features prominently through a live experience centered on traditional agricultural life and historical sources of livelihood.

Its pavilion displays tools once used for water storage and transport, kitchen utensils, pottery, cooking and measuring implements, lanterns and palm-leaf products, alongside scenes depicting agricultural activities.

Traditional attire and social customs, including bridal preparations and ceremonial practices, highlight the governorate’s cultural identity and social life.

The Cultural Street has artworks and paintings by local artists who found inspiration in Jazan’s landscapes and heritage.

The mild winter weather and school holiday have helped boost attendance, with young and old attending folk performances, educational pavilions, photography areas and heritage exhibits.