Haql Summer Festival boosts tourism, economy

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Haql Summer Festival is part of the Saudi Summer program, which runs until September and showcases the Kingdom’s diverse tourism offerings. (SPA)
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Haql Summer Festival is part of the Saudi Summer program, which runs until September and showcases the Kingdom’s diverse tourism offerings. (SPA)
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Haql Summer Festival is part of the Saudi Summer program, which runs until September and showcases the Kingdom’s diverse tourism offerings. (SPA)
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Haql Summer Festival is part of the Saudi Summer program, which runs until September and showcases the Kingdom’s diverse tourism offerings. (SPA)
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Updated 14 July 2025
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Haql Summer Festival boosts tourism, economy

  • Festival offers a wide range of attractions, including an amusement park with electric and inflatable rides
  • Visitors can also enjoy restaurants, shopping, and essential services, ensuring a well-rounded experience

JEDDAH: With schools on summer holiday, children and parents are embracing a season of relaxation, exploration, and entertainment.

From coastal getaways to mountain retreats, families across Saudi Arabia are making the most of summer with fun, adventure, and unforgettable memories.

The Haql Summer Festival, being held at Prince Fahd bin Sultan Park, runs until mid-September. It offers a wide range of attractions, including an amusement park with electric and inflatable rides, a family seating area, and an open-air theater featuring traditional performances, competitions, and daily prizes.

Visitors can also enjoy restaurants, shopping, and essential services, ensuring a well-rounded experience, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The festival aims to boost tourism in Haql, stimulate the local economy, increase commercial activity, and create job opportunities, positioning the region as a unique and attractive destination.

Haql, located in northwest Saudi Arabia in the Tabuk region and overlooking the Gulf of Aqaba, boasts clear views of several neighboring countries’ coastlines.

The festival is part of the Saudi Summer program, which runs until September and showcases the Kingdom’s diverse tourism offerings — from mountains and beaches to international events and exclusive deals, catering to all travelers.


Cardi B turns heads in Saudi Arabia

Updated 13 December 2025
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Cardi B turns heads in Saudi Arabia

DUBAI: Cardi B was in Saudi Arabia this week, ahead of her performance in Riyadh, and shared glimpses of her time in the Kingdom.

The Grammy-winning rapper announced her arrival on Instagram, writing, “Hello Saudi Arabia … Halal B has arrived,” accompanied by a green heart and the Saudi flag emoji.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by Cardi B (@iamcardib)

In the video she posted, Cardi B wore an all-black, floor-length dress with a high halter neckline, styled with long black gloves and a matching hood draped over her shoulders.

She was later spotted by fans shopping at Solitaire Mall in Riyadh wearing the same outfit, with clips circulating online of her greeting supporters.

She had teased her visit earlier this month on X, telling fans: “Imma shop down in Saudi Arabia aaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhh … I can’t wait!”

Cardi B later shared moments from her first night on Instagram Stories, including a dessert bearing the message “Welcome Cardi B” served at a restaurant.

During a live broadcast on Friday, she spoke about her stay, saying: “This country is luxurious … I got my own gym in my own room right here. I am going to work out to be ready for tour.”

She also mentioned going shopping, adding that she picked up a few items at the mall.

Reflecting on her interactions, she said: “The little kids know me (here), everybody knows me, the grown-ups know me. These people out here are very polite … they are very kind. These are one of the nicest people.”

Cardi B will perform today at MDLBeast’s Soundstorm 2025, held from Dec. 11 to 13.