Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) has lined up a host of exciting events and activities for the residents and visitors to this ancient Saudi city to celebrate this year’s Eid Al Fitr. 

 

The festivities are taking place across different locations including the historic Unesco World Heritage Site of At Turaif, the premium culinary destination of Bujairi Terrace, and a number of Diriyah parks and mosques.

 

The Eid festivities being held in At Turaif are based on traditional Saudi hospitality, with visitors being welcomed to the site with the rich aroma of Saudi coffee and Dokhon, setting the tone for an unforgettable experience. 

 

The celebrations also feature captivating performances of the traditional Saudi Ardah, the traditional celebratory dance staged in front of Salwa Palace, and the lively Samri folklore dance, performed at Prince Thunayyan Palace. 

 

To enhance the festive atmosphere, DGDA also decorated and prepared three parks in Diriyah. Approximately 25,000 Eid gifts, known as "Eidiyyah," including boxes of sweets, are planned for distribution to the local community and Diriyah visitors, said DGDA in its statement.

 

Additionally, Bujairi Terrace offers an array of activities for visitors who will be treated to live music performances, engaging storytelling sessions, specially curated workshops for children, and a range of traditional games and activities, it stated.

 

DGDA said it was firmly committed to building strong connections with the local community of Diriyah and providing a warm welcome to visitors throughout the year on all occasions.