AlUla, 12 Rajab 1447 AH (1 January 2026)

"Al-Manshiya Carnival" welcomes residents and visitors of AlUla on weekends as part of Winter at Tantora, offering an open-air entertainment experience that combines fun with culture, celebrates local heritage and evokes folk memory in a lively family atmosphere.

The carnival offers a varied programme for all ages, including classic games, live concerts and heritage performances, along with festive parades and photo corners that evoke nostalgia for childhood memories and give visitors an interactive experience inspired by the past with a contemporary spirit.

It also features interactive workshops, dedicated handicraft corners and tastings of authentic local food in an open space that highlights the beauty of local culture and introduces visitors to the seasonal customs and traditions of the community.

The carnival forms part of the Winter at Tantora programme, which aims to strengthen AlUla's presence as a global cultural and tourism destination through experiences that combine entertainment, identity and folk memory, enriching the visitor experience and supporting the local cultural economy.

"Al-Manshiya Carnival" is a distinctive addition to AlUla's winter events, offering interactive content that fosters connection between generations and presents heritage as a living element in shaping the region's tourism and cultural experience.