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SPA Riyadh, January 24, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Saudi Arabia’s Music Commission staged its “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” concert at Maraya Hall in AlUla, integrating local folk arts into a contemporary symphonic performance. The programme showcased traditional forms within a professional orchestral setting, highlighting how Saudi cultural heritage can be presented through modern production while retaining its historical character. The concert supported efforts to p

SPA Riyadh, January 17, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – The sixth Joy Awards ceremony in Riyadh begins at 7:00 p.m. Saudi time and will air live on MBC1, MBC Masr, MBC Iraq and MBC5, as well as on the Shahid platform. The live programme includes the lavender carpet, the awards segment, artistic performances, and musical and singing acts. Awards are decided through audience voting via the Joy Awards application, recognising works and personalities that made a strong public

SPA AlUla, January 14, 2026 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Under the patronage of Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Music Commission’s board Prince Bader bin Abdullah bin Farhan, the Music Commission will organise the “Marvels of Saudi Orchestra” concert in AlUla on Jan. 22 and 23, the commission said. The two performances will be held at Maraya Concert Hall, with the event forming part of the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir’s programme to present the Kingdom’s music

SPA Riyadh, December 30, 2025 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Visitors to Riyadh Season 2025 have exceeded 11 million since its launch, Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), said, pointing to strong public turnout across the season’s programmes and events. Alalshikh attributed the milestone to an expansion of entertainment experiences and a broader range of content, including international shows, musical concerts, theatrical productions, and c

Mariah Carey Getty Images for Live Nation Las Vegas MILAN, December 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – U.S. pop star Mariah Carey will perform at the opening ceremony of the Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, organisers said, marking her first appearance on the Olympic stage. Carey is the first international performer announced by the Fondazione Milano Cortina 2026. The opening ceremony will take place on Feb. 6 at Milan’s San Siro Stadium, a venue with a capacity of around

SPA RIYADH, December 17 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Boulevard World features a daily programme comprising nearly 200 artists from around the world, delivering more than 130 performances across its multiple zones. The schedule includes folkloric shows, roaming welcome acts, traditional dances, and live artistic performances, offering continuous entertainment from opening to closing hours. Each zone presents a distinct cultural identity, ranging from traditional Arabic perfo

Cardi B wore Gaurav Gupta Couture for her debut performance in Riyadh.  Mustafa Badri @feedomarley RIYADH, December 16 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Grammy-winning artist Cardi B made her debut performance in Saudi Arabia at MDLBeast Soundstorm 2025, wearing a custom Gaurav Gupta Couture ensemble designed specifically for the occasion. Cardi B closed the festival in the early hours of Sunday with an 80-minute set, performing tracks from her catalogue and her latest album, Am

SPA RIYADH, December 15 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – Riyadh Season 2025 has attracted more than 8 million visitors since its launch in October, reflecting strong public turnout across its diverse entertainment events, Saudi General Entertainment Authority (GEA) Chairman and Advisor Turki Alalshikh said. The figure comes as new experiences and events continue to be rolled out, boosting attendance and drawing visitors from within and outside the Kingdom through a mix of inter