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Gulf Insider
19-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf Insider
Oman Opens World's Largest Inflatable Amusement Park In Salalah
Oman officially launched the 2025 Dhofar Khareef season with the opening of Ateen Square in Salalah, a sprawling cultural and entertainment hub that now houses the world's largest inflatable amusement park. Designed to serve as the main venue for the Governorate's seasonal festivities, Ateen Square is set to run until August 31, offering a mix of tourism, heritage, and family-friendly programming tailored to both residents and international visitors. This year's edition features a striking redesign, combining traditional elements with interactive attractions that underscore Oman's ambitions as a regional cultural destination. Ateen Square has been outfitted with upgraded infrastructure, including a new central stage inspired by Dhofar's rugged mountain ranges and equipped with laser projections, digital screens, and artificial waterfalls that serve as a dynamic backdrop for nightly performances. At the heart of the venue is the record-breaking inflatable amusement park, a sprawling complex of bounce zones, obstacle courses, and slides under close supervision, providing children with a safe and stimulating environment. Adjacent to the play area, small businesses led by Omani women offer artisanal perfumes, garments, and incense, a nod to the region's entrepreneurial spirit and its deep-rooted cultural heritage. Programming at Ateen Square has been expanded to include international participation and thematic entertainment with standout acts including Galaxy Show, a performance blending acrobatics with immersive lighting and space-age costumes; and the Emoji Show, where 20 digital-era characters come to life in a high-energy performance for younger audiences. Other acts include eco-friendly fireworks, drone light displays, and a Got Talent-inspired stunt show that weaves together sport and artistry. A European carnival ensemble, a traditional Mexican troupe, and UNESCO-curated folklore acts contribute to the global atmosphere, while themed events like the Balloon Carnival and Peter Carnival showcase imaginative costuming and choreographed parades. One of the most anticipated features this year is the new Culture and Literature Street, an open space dedicated to poetry readings, live painting, and writing workshops. Organisers describe it as a platform for cultural exchange and creativity, offering visitors a chance to interact with Omani artists and authors in real time.
Muscat Daily
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Muscat Daily
Ateen Square opens for khareef with family-focused attractions
Salalah – Salalah's Ateen Square opened on Tuesday evening as part of the annual Dhofar Khareef 2025 festivities organised by Dhofar Municipality, marking the beginning of an extended season of tourism, entertainment and cultural engagement in the governorate. The venue will operate till August 31 and offer a mix of activities aimed at residents, citizens and tourists alike. This year's festivities have been redesigned, combining performance arts, interactive installations and retail spaces tailored to families and young visitors. Among the daily features are eco-friendly fireworks, drone displays and performances inspired by global talent shows. Galaxy Show mixes acrobatics with thematic light displays, while Emoji Show brings 20 familiar characters to life in a performance targeting younger audiences. International participation has expanded with folklore acts curated by Unesco and a Mexican music troupe among the international groups scheduled to perform. European Carnival includes a Russian ensemble. Other attractions include themed shows such as Balloon Carnival and Peter Carnival with distinct costumes and choreography. The arena also has what organisers describe as the largest inflatable amusement park for children in Oman. Staffed by trained personnel, it is intended to provide a safe and supervised environment for younger visitors throughout the festival. Ateen Square has a dedicated section for small businesses led by Omani women, offering incense, perfumes and garments with traditional and contemporary influences. This aims to promote local entrepreneurship and boost women's participation in seasonal economic activity. One of the standout additions this year is Culture and Literature Street. Designed to serve as a public space for artistic interaction, it includes poetry sessions, visual art demonstrations and writing workshops. Organisers say the aim is to create an inclusive space where culture and community meet. The square's main stage has been renovated with elements reflecting Dhofar's mountainous terrain. It features lasers, digital screens and artificial waterfalls forming the backdrop to the evening headline performances. Officials stated that the wide range of programmes at Ateen Square support Dhofar's positioning as a summer destination, while promoting integration between cultural tourism and local business activity. Opening of the venue signals the start of a season that has come to define monsoon tourism in Oman.
