Buraidah – 14 Rabi' al-Awwal 1447 AH, corresponding to September 6, 2025. The Buraidah Dates Carnival 2025 is shining at the daily date auction square, drawing the attention of visitors, consumers, and date merchants from inside and outside the Kingdom, showcasing more than 150 rare varieties of dates that Qassim region is famous for, turning the event into a platform celebrating the richness of Saudi agricultural production.

At a Glance

  • Rare varieties take center stage: The carnival saw strong demand for Hushanah, Majdoul, Rothana, Barhi, Sugai, red Sukkari, Wanana, Shaqra, Asilah, and other distinctively flavored varieties. These dates vary in sugar content and quality, making them an exceptional choice for connoisseurs and collectors of rare varieties.
  • An agricultural and economic identity: The carnival is not limited to showcasing dates; it helps highlight Qassim's standing as a home of agricultural quality and production diversity, reinforcing its leading role in the date sector, which is one of the Kingdom's most important sources of agricultural income. The event is also a golden opportunity for merchants to close deals and for visitors to learn about the wealth of national produce.
  • A tourism and cultural dimension: The carnival has become a tourism, economic, and social destination, combining tasting, marketing, and cultural experience, making it one of the most prominent events introducing the world to the wealth and superior quality of Saudi dates.

This significant momentum comes as part of the region's drive to enhance the sustainability of the date sector and support economic and tourism activity, in line with the aspirations of Saudi Vision 2030.