Buraidah | July 26, 2025

As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen its position as a leading agricultural and economic hub, the Al-Qassim region is preparing to launch the 2025 Buraidah Dates Carnival at the start of next August, at Dates City in Buraidah. The event will run for 60 days, making it one of the longest and most significant agricultural festivals in the Kingdom and the region.

A Leading Agricultural, Economic and Tourism Event

The carnival is organized in partnership between the National Center for Palms and Dates and the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, under the direct supervision of the Emirate of Al-Qassim Region. It comes at a time when marketing Saudi dates has become a strategic element in diversifying the national economy.

Buraidah: The Capital of Dates

Buraidah is known as the world's largest dates market, hosting a carnival that brings together thousands of farmers, buyers and exhibitors from across the Kingdom, along with growing international attendance that reflects the importance of Saudi dates in global markets and reinforces Al-Qassim's leading role in the palm sector.

A Complete Experience for Visitors

The carnival offers visitors a rich experience through a range of integrated facilities, including:

  • Daily auctions for various date varieties
  • Stalls for palm-related processed products and crafts
  • Heritage and cultural exhibitions
  • Entertainment activities for children and families
  • Training sessions and workshops for farmers and entrepreneurs
  • Dedicated spaces for home-based businesses and youth initiatives

A Sustainable Development Vision

The Dates Carnival supports the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 by:

  • Strengthening local food security
  • Increasing local content by empowering local producers
  • Boosting agricultural tourism
  • Supporting agricultural value chains

The carnival serves as a vital platform for supporting the palm economy and exchanging expertise between farmers and investors, while also helping preserve the region's agricultural and cultural identity.