saudi CULTURAL WEEK

16 September - 20 September

CULTURAL WEEK OF SAUDI ARABIA

SEPTEMBER
2025
pre
16-20
Tuesday - Saturday, Time:  13:00 -  20:00
saudi cultural week
Palace of Congresses- Tirana
Pavilions and ExhibitionsCultural Exchange Pavilion – an interactive sensory experience that intertwines Saudi and Albanian art.

Traditional Tent (Majlis) – an authentic Saudi space, registered by UNESCO, where visitors are welcomed with dates and Saudi coffee.

Culinary Arts – flavors from the 13 regions of Saudi Arabia with traditional dishes and drinks.

Handicrafts Corners – Saudi artisans showcasing traditional craftsmanship techniques.

2025 Year of Handicrafts – highlighting the preservation of traditional crafts and Saudi cultural heritage.

Cultural Exhibition:

Antique replicas
Saudi Fashion
Rare Arabic Manuscripts (digital interactive displays)
Musical instruments (from traditional to modern)
Saudi Literature Pavilion (publications, discussions, UNESCO Creative City – Al Taif)
Arabic Calligraphy Pavilion (live demonstrations by Saudi and Albanian calligraphers)

Music and PerformancesSaudi Trouq Meets the World – collaboration between Saudi and Albanian musicians, blending traditional and modern instruments.

Music Panel Discussion (September 18) – on preserving musical heritage in Saudi Arabia and Albania.

Modern Music Showcase – performance by Ana.n7n, an alternative rock band from Jeddah with Saudi influences.

Closing Concert – traditional oriental ensemble with 14 musicians and a lead vocalist.

Traditional Theatrical Performances – live shows highlighting Saudi folk heritage and musical diversity:

Daq al-Hab
Al-Heidah
Al-Hand
Al-Fareesa
Al-Tanboora

CinemaShort Films – a selection of Saudi short films reflecting the Kingdom’s contemporary cinema, including titles such as The Journey, Me & Idros, The Pond, Saleeq, Saeed, Ball, Old School, and Monsters in the Sky.

French Week