City Hub Festival in Al-Baha attracts thousands
The event is part of an entertainment tour organized by the General Entertainment Authority, targeting various regions of the Kingdom. This event promotes tourism and contributes to achieving the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.
The event includes the Circus Tent area, which dazzles audiences with professional performances. (SPA)
City Hub continues to welcome visitors daily from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m., offering a comprehensive range of entertainment and interactive experiences. Activities include live shows, electronic gaming zones, educational experiences for children, a bird park, and horror and adventure facilities, in addition to a dedicated area for restaurants, cafes, and various markets, which has contributed to attracting large numbers of families and young people.
• The festival is part of the authority's efforts to enhance local entertainment and raise visitor satisfaction.
• Visitors have praised the organization and the quality of the programs and events offered.
• The City Hub Festival in Al-Baha runs through the end of July before continuing its tour to other cities across the Kingdom.
The event also includes the Circus Tent area, which dazzles audiences with professional performances, including a dancing fountain, trampoline shows, and 360-degree motorcycle stunts. It also features dedicated spaces for artistic performances within a safe and organized entertainment environment.
The festival is part of the authority's efforts to enhance local entertainment, raise visitor satisfaction, and highlight the Kingdom's tourism and cultural services. Visitors have praised the organization and the quality of the programs and events offered.
The City Hub Festival in Al-Baha runs through the end of July before continuing its tour to other cities across the Kingdom.
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