In November 2024, Riyadh will become the beating heart of the global music scene as it hosts the World Music Cities Festival. This unique event combines the World Music Cities Convention and the World Music Cities Awards, and is expected to draw around 1,000 delegates from regional and international elites. The festival will bring together music lovers and professionals to exchange expertise and celebrate musical creativity, cementing Riyadh's status as a cultural and musical hub on the global events map.