The 18th Jouf International Olive Festival, organized by Jouf Region Municipality, held a distinctive poetry evening titled "Jouf Night," staged at the Prince Abdul Ilah Cultural Center in Sakaka with the participation of 12 poets and chanters.

Evening Details:

  • Eight poets and four chanters took part in the evening, presenting a range of national and social poems that drew a strong response from the audience.
  • The performances varied between classical and Nabati (colloquial) poetry, adding an artistic and cultural diversity reflecting the richness of Saudi poetry.
  • The festival attracted a wide audience of poetry lovers from inside and outside the Kingdom, with poetry evenings becoming a prominent part of the festival's cultural activities.

Strong Public Turnout:
The evening drew a large number of visitors who engaged with the poems and chanters, reinforcing the Olive Festival's standing as a cultural and artistic destination attracting families and young people from various regions, as well as international visitors.

The International Olive Festival:
The festival is an annual platform celebrating local olive products, alongside offering diverse cultural and artistic events. It brings together heritage and modernity through activities that strengthen Jouf region's cultural identity and highlight its excellence in olive production.

"Jouf Night":
Through the creativity of its poets and chanters, this evening continues to leave its mark as an important part of the festival's accompanying events, where art meets culture to showcase the spirit of authenticity and beauty in Jouf region.