The Saudi Ministry of Culture has released the 2026 Cultural System Events Calendar, which includes events and activities organized throughout the year in different regions of the Kingdom.

The calendar features a large number of events, exhibitions, seminars, performances, and cooking programs. Some of the main events include:

• Traditional Arts Festival 2026: Focuses on Nabati poetry, performing arts, handicrafts, and stories of the sea.

• Writers and Readers Festival, 3rd Edition 2026: Includes literary events, interactive shows, and musical performances.

• Designathon 2026: A design hackathon bringing together 500 participants in Riyadh to develop innovative solutions.

• Beginnings of the Saudi Art Movement: An art exhibition running from January 26 to April 10, 2026.

• Arabic Calligraphy Training Courses: Held in Madinah from February 7 to October 3, 2026.

• Work in Film: A development program running from January 18 to December 30, 2026.

• Cultural Skills Initiative: A program focused on developing cultural skills.

The calendar also includes major ongoing seasons and events such as Diriyah Season, AlUla Moments, and Khobar Season.