Saudi Entertainment Authority Attracts 120 Million Visitors to its Events since 2019

The Chairman of the board of Directors of the Saudi Entertainment Authority, Turki bin Abdul Mohsen al-Sheikh, announced that the entertainment events held by the authority since 2019 until the first quarter of this year 2023, received more than 120 million visitors.

This figure highlights the success of the Saudi Vision 2030 program, which aims to boost the entertainment sector and diversify the kingdom’s economy away from oil.

According to Al-Sheikh, the authority has organized a total of 8,732 events including entertainment shows, live performances in restaurants and cafes, and other cultural activities. These events ran for more than 76,000 days, including over 1,381 concerts.

The entertainment authority has received many Guinness World Records certificates for its innovative and record-breaking events. These achievements have created numerous job opportunities, both directly and indirectly.

This news demonstrates the progress made by Saudi Arabia in diversifying its economy, and transforming the country into a global investment powerhouse. The Saudi Vision 2030 initiative seeks to make the kingdom a leading global tourist destination and attract millions of visitors to its diverse entertainment events and cultural activities.

The success of the Saudi Entertainment Authority’s events showcases the kingdom’s commitment to providing its citizens and visitors with world-class entertainment options. The authority’s efforts have played a significant role in promoting Saudi Arabia’s rich cultural heritage and fostering a more diverse and inclusive society.

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