JEDDAH: The Jazan Festival 2026 is drawing considerable support from people of all ages during the mid-year school holiday, reflecting the event’s growing appeal.
Launched on Dec. 25, the festival runs until Feb. 15 under the theme “Jazan: Treasures of Nature,” showcasing the region’s cultural and natural heritage while reinforcing its position as a tourism destination, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Wednesday.
The event features live performances and interactive displays recreating aspects of daily life across Jazan’s governorates.
Pavilions representing Jazan’s governorates line the festival’s Cultural Street, highlighting the craftsmanship of the local community and its close relation with the surrounding landscape, the SPA reported.
Abu Arish governorate features prominently through a live experience centered on traditional agricultural life and historical sources of livelihood.
