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AlUla, February 08, 2026, SPA — Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group President Dr. Muhammad Al-Jasser and Uzbekistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance Jamshid Kuchkarov signed financing agreements to support key infrastructure and social development projects on the sidelines of the Second AlUla Conference on Emerging Market Economies. The two sides also held talks to expand cooperation between the IsDB and Uzbekistan, focusing on accelerating high-impact initiatives aligned with Uzbekistan’s national development priorities. The first agreement covers a $70 million phase of the IsDB’s total $192

Riyadh, February 02, 2026, SPA — The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU), in its role as a strategic sponsor, is participating in the fifth edition of the Saudi Media Forum 2026, taking place in Riyadh from 2 to 4 February, under the patronage of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. This participation comes as part of the RCU’s national role in highlighting AlUla as an integrated cultural, humanitarian, and developmental model, and in supporting the national media narrative in alignment with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. The Saudi Media Forum is regarded as a leading national platform for discu

AlUla, January 26, 2026, SPA — The Tuwaiq Classic Car Rally 2026 kicked off Sunday in AlUla Governorate with an opening ceremony held in AlUla Old Town. The ceremony drew classic car enthusiasts and other attendees from within Saudi Arabia and abroad. The rally continues today, with classic cars traversing prominent natural sites and historic landmarks across AlUla. The event blends a passion for heritage vehicles with the governorate’s scenic beauty, highlighting the link between classic motorsport and AlUla’s cultural and historical heritage. Now in its fourth edition, the rally builds on previous successes, strengthening

AlUla, January 20, 2026, SPA — As part of AlUla Arts Festival 2026, held January 16 to February 14, “Villa Tegra,” the first Saudi-French cultural institution, is contributing to the festival within the framework of cultural events that support tourism activity and strengthen AlUla’s presence as a cultural destination. AlUla Arts Festival is among the cultural initiatives that have helped diversify the tourism experience through the exhibitions and art installations, performance art shows, and cultural experiences staged in open-air sites, integrated with AlUla’s distinctive natural and heritage assets. The fifth

AlUla, January 15, 2026, SPA — Arts AlUla has announced the lineup of Saudi and international artists participating in the fourth edition of Desert X AlUla, the international open-air art exhibition held in collaboration with Desert X. Running from January 16 to February 28, the exhibition will feature an exceptional selection of specially commissioned artworks, ranging from large-scale installations and sound pieces that stretch across and beneath the desert landscape, to kinetic works and immersive interactive experiences. The showcase reflects a deep connection to AlUla’s unique environment, its dramatic natural landscapes, an

Riyadh, January 7, 2026, SPA — The AlUla Tour 2026 organizing committee announced yesterday that the race has been upgraded to the UCI ProSeries second tier (2.Pro), placing it among the world’s leading professional cycling races. The event will be held in AlUla Governorate from January 27 to 31. It will be organized by the Saudi Cycling Federation in cooperation with Amaury Sport Organisation (A.S.O.) and the Royal Commission for AlUla, under the supervision of the Ministry of Sport. The announcement was made during a press conference in Riyadh attended by officials from the organizing entities. Organizers also revealed the part

AlUla, December 30, 2025, SPA — The “Hegra After Dark” event in AlUla provides an interactive evening featuring live performances, storytelling, and diverse flavors. It highlights Hegra’s historical significance and the legacy of the ancient civilizations that inhabited the site. The event takes place at Hegra Archaeological Site, the first Saudi site listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, lending the experience an exceptional cultural and historical depth and strengthening visitors’ connection to the place and its civilizational legacy. This year, the event returns with a reimagined format. Innovative interactive

AlUla, Saudi Arabia, 1 December 2025: AlUla, the ancient crossroads of civilisations and global cultural destination, is set to welcome 2026 with a spectacular New Year’s Eve celebration, headlined by two of the Arab world’s most beloved musical icons. Assala Nasri and Adam will take the stage on 31 December 2025 for a gala concert that blends world-class entertainment with the dramatic natural beauty of AlUla. Hosted at the Thanaya AlUla outdoor venue, the evening promises an unforgettable night under the desert stars. Guests will enjoy immersive musical performances surrounded by AlUla’s striking canyons and sandston