Saudi Culture Ministry Launches National Cultural Awards 2025
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Culture has launched the fifth edition of the National Cultural Awards to honor unique talents in the culture sector, according to the Saudi Press Agency.
The ministry will open nominations for cultural sector awards soon to the public and the cultural community.
Participants can submit their applications via the online platform and the evaluation team will review and select the winners.
Interestingly, the 2025 edition will feature two new awards categories: the Handicrafts Award and the Cultural Media Award.
In line with the Year of Handicrafts 2025, the new category will further support the handicrafts sector and encourage outstanding talents.
Meanwhile, the second new category will honor the efforts of individuals and institutions for their pivotal efforts in promoting cultural media.
The annual event basically consists of five awards, as follows: Cultural Personality of the Year Award
Youth Culture Award
International Cultural Excellence Award
Businessmen and Women Award
Cultural Institutions Award
Moreover, it highlights other awards dedicated to sub-cultural sectors, such as: Film Award
Fashion Award
Music Award
National Heritage Award
Literature Award
Theatre and Performing Arts Award
Visual Arts Award
Architecture and Design Award
Culinary Arts Award
Publishing Award
Translation Award
Overall, the initiative stands as a testament to the ministry's dedication to supporting cultural production and encouraging national cultural talents.
The ministry will receive the applications through the following link:
https://www.moc.gov.sa/Modules/Pages/Cultural-Awards
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