๐Ÿ“ Khobar โ€” Rabi' II 27, 1447 AH (October 19, 2025)

The Eastern Province Development Authority today announced the launch of Khobar Season 2025 during a media briefing held at the Sultan bin Abdulaziz Science and Technology Center (Sci Tech), attended by representatives from the Saudi Tourism Authority, the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra), and a number of partners and supporters from the public and private sectors.

Dr. Talal bin Nabil Al-Maghlouth, acting CEO of the Eastern Province Development Authority, said the season, which runs from October 23, 2025 to January 31, 2026, will serve as a significant economic and tourism driver for the region by raising hotel occupancy rates and stimulating the hospitality and retail sectors, as well as strengthening Khobar's position as a national destination for culture, tourism and entertainment. He noted that total expected spending exceeds SR85 million, while the season is expected to create more than 7,200 direct and indirect jobs, helping to empower national talent and young people working in the events and tourism sector.

Eng. Thamer Al-Sheikh, director of the authority's Tourism Destinations Office, said Khobar Season 2025 offers more than 147 diverse events spread across seven main areas, including:

  • The waterfront (Celebration Square)
  • King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra)
  • Sultan bin Abdulaziz Science and Technology Center (Sci Tech)
  • Ajdan Walk
  • The Sandy Beach
  • North Khobar Corniche

He said the season aims to improve quality of life for residents and visitors, stimulate the local economy, increase tourism occupancy rates, and empower entrepreneurs through innovative investment and business opportunities.

The briefing included a panel discussion with representatives of participating entities, including Eng. Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Abdullah, deputy CEO for investment promotion at the Eastern Province Development Authority; Musaab Al-Saqran, acting director of Ithra; Abdullah Al-Dakhil, official spokesperson for the Saudi Tourism Authority; Badr Al-Razeza, chairman of Al-Qadsiah Club; Sultan Al-Otaibi, director of media and corporate communications at Khobar Municipality; and Habib Al-Marzouq, CEO of CreativeXP.

Participants agreed that Khobar Season 2025 marks a new milestone that strengthens the city's standing as a leading cultural and tourism destination, reflecting the Eastern Province's rich heritage and creativity through events that combine culture, entertainment, innovation and sustainability, helping to raise quality of life and stimulate economic and tourism activity in the region.