JEDDAH: Jeddah Season 2024 officially opened on Thursday, under the theme “Once Again.”
The Jeddah Art Promenade hosted the opening ceremony under the patronage of Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, deputy governor of the Makkah region and chairman of the National Evaluation Committee for Jeddah governorate, along with Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi, governor of Jeddah.
Visitors enjoyed drone shows, fireworks, and other visual displays while the lineup of events for the season unfolded.
“The fireworks were amazing!” said local man Abdul Rahman. “They lasted for a good 15 to 20 minutes and the whole crowd was mesmerized.”
Another visitor, Sana Hamid, said: “I have never seen so many people at an opening ceremony. It was magical and I can’t imagine how incredible the rest of the events will be.
“The crowd management was impressive, too. Even though we had to walk a bit, the arrangements were well organized.”
Jeddah Season 2024 spans 60 days and offers a diverse array of activities and events catering to all tastes. Its design aims to bolster the Kingdom’s economy and create job opportunities for young people.
Art lovers can immerse themselves in “Imagine Monet,” an exhibition showcasing 200 of the French artist’s works, while children are sure to enjoy Joy Plex, which includes lots of fun areas, each with a different theme.
Among the opening day treats were the Beach Club — a resort-style haven at Ash Shati, which offers relaxing escapes until Aug. 17 — and Warner Bros. Discovery, where visitors can engage with their favorite cartoon and comic book characters, like Tom and Jerry, Batman and Superman.
City Walk returns for its fourth year, serving up interactive experiences, games, plays, dining, and shopping, while there will be lots of events and concerts at Prince Majid Park over the coming weeks.
