A captivating celebration of AlUla's rich history and cultural heritage, the annual AlUla Ancient Kingdoms Festival is special time in the region's calendar of events.
Taking place from November 7 to 30, this year's edition once again offers visitors to AlUla, a unique blend of immersive experiences, historical discoveries, and cultural events.
The Ancient Kingdom's Festival, invites visitors to explore over 7,000 years of human history throughout AlUla, with specially curated tours and experiences that bring the past to life. The annual festival offers a truly unforgettable experience that combines the thrill of discovery and the intrigue of ancient history with the serenity of the desert landscape.
The Ancient Kingdom's Parade
Dates: November 7, 8 & 9
Price: Free
Duration: 30 minutes
Only taking place at the beginning of the AlUla Ancient Kingdom's Festival, the vibrant AlUla Night Parade is a captivating celebration of the region's cultural heritage. Witness a colourful procession of over 300 performers, adorned in traditional costumes and accompanied by rhythmic drumming and music - and don't miss the camel caravan, a special tribute to the 'Year of the Camel.
Hegra Family Tour
Dates: November 9, 16, 23 & 30
Price: From SAR95
Duration: 90 minutes
Available for a limited number of days during the Ancient Kingdoms Festival, and discover the history of Hegra and the secrets of the Nabataean Kingdom with a family friendly, guided tour to three different locations within Hegra: Jabal Ithlib, Jabal Banat, and the Tomb of Lihyan, Son of Kuz.
Hegra After Dark
Dates: November 1, 2024 - February 28, 2025
Price: From SAR200 pp
Duration: 90 minutes
Hegra After Dark returns for its third year, offering an immersive nighttime experience at Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site. Sit back, beneath the stars and enjoy a captivating historical theatre show, explore interactive exhibits, and savor the sights, sounds, and tastes of the Nabataean era.
Hegra After Dark: Stories from the Sky
Dates: November 7, 8, 14 & 15
Price: From SAR350 pp
Duration: 2 hours
A unique, exciting and immersive storytelling experience where a series of spectacular projections and drone choreographies tell the story of the AlUla region. But be quick, this is only available to view for four nights in November.
Hegra Sunrise Sky Tour
Dates: November 8, 9, 15, 16, 23, 24, 29 & 30
Price: From SAR1295 pp
Duration: 3 hours
What better place to experience and see AlUla, than from above? Marvel at over 110 rock-cut tombs from a hot-air balloon, float above a sacred sanctuary, and take in the views over the iconic Tomb of Liyhan Son of Kuza. During the Ancient Kingdoms Festival, expert guides will accompany you on aerial tours, sharing fascinating insights into this historical landscape.
Ancient Rituals - Yoga on the Incense Road
Dates: November 23 & 30
Price: From SAR120 pp
Duration: 60 - 70 minutes
Embracing wellness, ritual and the essence of AlUla, this is an unmissable experience for those hoping to connect and reconnect with both the past and the present, in the historic surrounds of the the ancient oasis.
Masterpieces of the MANN
Dates: November 7, 2024 - December 14, 2025
Price: Free entry
Duration: 60 - 90 minutes
The National Archaeological Museum of Naples (MANN) will showcase a selection of ancient artefacts such as sculptures and iron-cast figures, outlining the stories of historical significance relating to figures such as Alexander the Great, Emperor Trajan, and Marcus Aurelius, and each of their unique connections to AlUla as a hub of the incense trade.
Future Ancients Arena
Dates: November 7 - 30
Price: Free entry
Duration: 1 hour
Discover interactive fun for kids at the AlUla Old Town amphitheatre: here, children can create their own masks and puppets, inspired by ancient artefacts, and immerse themselves in the region's history through play.
Learn more about the Future Ancients Arena here
The Incense Road Experience
Dates: November 7, 2024 - April 5, 2025
Price: From SAR120 pp
Duration: Approx. 2 hours
This two-hour immersive experience, invites visitors on a journey through the Old Town of AlUla, through the mud-brick labyrinth, where history comes alive. Witness live performances, explore interactive exhibits, and uncover ancient artefacts.
Quest for Ancient Kingdoms
Dates: November 7, 2024 - February 27, 2025
Price: From SAR200 pp (and children from SAR60)
Duration: 90 minutes
An easy, guided adventure through the Wadi AlNaam, the Quest for Ancient Kingdoms tracks through a historic hunting gorge. Up for more of an adventure? Choose the 'Challenge Edition' with hiking and dune buggy rides, or if you're looking for a family friendly adventure, choose the 'Family Explorers' option. Both adventures offer interactive activities, storytelling, and opportunities to discover the secrets of AlUla's past.
Ancient Kingdom's Festival, AlUla
From November 7 - 30, 2024
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