Get ready, Balad Beast 2026 is roaring back for its fourth edition, transforming the historic heart of Al‑Balad, Jeddah, into an electrifying cultural and musical playground. The music festival ...

The new RSIFF headquarters will bring the Saudi fest back to the city's historic neighborhood for its fourth edition under the theme "The New Home of Film" and make the Culture Square a key hub. By ...

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Balad Beast will return to the historic heart of Jeddah on January 29 and 30, 2026, marking its fourth edition with its most expansive and immersive celebration to date. Set within the UNESCO World ...

Amid deepening global uncertainty, “The Ship of Tolerance” — a 20-year collaborative art project by artists Ilya and Emilia ...

This photo taken on Feb. 3, 2024 shows a view of the historic and cultural district of Al-Balad in the western coastal city of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. Al-Balad is famous for its colorful architecture.

We explore the vibrant port city of Jeddah. From the tree-lined waterfront with its artistic sculptures to the historical district of Al-Balad that dates back to the 7th century, the city is a ...

February saw the launch of ‘Balad al-Fann,’ a new Saudi grassroots art initiative hosted within Jeddah’s famous UNESCO World Heritage-listed al-Balad district. It celebrates the history and creativity ...