RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is home to a diverse array of Ramadan customs, with each region boasting time-honored traditions. Here is how the holy month is celebrated in various parts of Saudi Arabia.
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One of the most significant Ramadan traditions in parts of Najd is Isha Al-Walidayn (the ‘parents’ dinner’), in which families prepare meals that are shared with relatives, neighbors and those in need. Often organized by neighborhood groups, the gatherings take place during iftar or after taraweeh. Families either invite relatives, neighbors and passersby to share the meal at home or send dishes to surrounding households and those in need.
While rooted in charity, the tradition is equally about memory and community, offering a way to honor loved ones while strengthening social ties.
In places including Qassim, the practice may be repeated several times throughout the month. The custom has been passed down through generations and remains part of Najd’s social fabric, reflecting the family-centered rhythm of Ramadan in the area.
