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Daily Tribune
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Tribune
Tarqan Charms Bahrain Stage
TDT | Manama Families across Bahrain are in for a wave of childhood memories as celebrated Spacetoon composer and performer Tariq Al Arabi Tarqan prepares to take the stage next week during the Bahrain Summer Games. Tarqan will lead two musical performances on Wednesday and Thursday as part of the Bahrain International Book Fair, hosted at the Bahrain International Exhibition Centre. The Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) is presenting the event in strategic partnership with Bayonne Al Dana Theatre, bringing one of the Arab world's most recognisable children's music stars to local audiences. The second edition of Bahrain Summer Games has doubled in size compared to its launch year, expanding its footprint and programming to cater to a broader family audience. Visitors will find interactive zones featuring Arabic and English theatrical performances, gaming sections, creative workshops, and live meet-and-greets with beloved cartoon characters. Festivalgoers holding general tickets will have access to Tarqan's musical performances, while premium ticket packages with added services are also on offer for fans seeking an enhanced experience.
Daily Tribune
02-05-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bookings milestone
Bahrain's main venue for business gatherings has hosted 124 events and drawn over 1.4 million visitors since it opened in late 2022, with new bookings making up nearly three-quarters of those activities. The Bahrain International Exhibition and Convention Centre has also seen a marked jump in use, with a 40 per cent rise in events in 2024 compared to the year before. Tourism Minister, Her Excellency Fatima Al Sairafi, gave the update in a reply to Shura Council member Ali Al Shehabi, who had asked about how often the centre was being used, how it measured up to global standards, and what was being done to attract organisers. In 2024, the venue's halls were in use for 26 per cent of the year. This falls within the standard international range, according to the Global Association of the Exhibition Industry. Since its launch, the centre has leased out more than 11 million square metres of space. Among the events were two major gatherings being held for the first time in the Middle East. The World Routes air travel forum and the UN's food tourism meet both drew thousands from over 100 countries. The grounds have also been used for month-long public programmes such as the Bahrain Summer Games and Youth City. Sixty-three events are on the books for 2025, with a planned usage rate of 31 per cent. Early-year bookings included the 35th Autumn Fair, which drew over 200,000 people, the GCC Law and Arbitration Week, and the Bahrain International Garden Show. This year is expected to bring large trade shows.
