Beit Hail Festival showcases regional heritage, attracts tourists
RIYADH: Now in its fourth year, the Beit Hail Festival has established itself as a prominent cultural, tourism, and entertainment event, attracting many visitors to the region.
The festival showcases traditional handicrafts that reflect Hail's historical roots and offers interactive activities and performances, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Friday.
These elements celebrate the region's heritage and community identity while blending tradition with modern touches, the SPA reported.
Held under the patronage of the Hail governor and supported by his deputy, the two-week festival aims to highlight local folkloric heritage and strengthen national identity.
It includes artistic performances, traditional crafts, authentic foods, and tourism-focused events aligned with Vision 2030 goals.
Over the past three editions, the festival has drawn steady attendance from local and international visitors, especially during summer holidays.
Visitors appreciate the diverse pavilions, cultural displays, performances, and art exhibitions, according to the report.
The festival also helps promote community participation and support the local economy by offering opportunities and events for productive families and small businesses.
Samia Suleiman Al-Jabri, associate professor of modern history at Hail University, said handicrafts remain a vital part of Hail's heritage, preserving ancient traditions through crafts such as sadu weaving, pottery, wickerwork, and other arts rooted in Bedouin culture.
Al-Jabri added that over its three editions, the festival has organized events and launched numerous initiatives and workshops to document and safeguard traditional crafts, teach them to younger generations, and connect artisans directly with the public.
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