6th Int’l Video Art Forum in Dammam to Celebrate Power of Art

This year's forum focuses on the power of art to transform abstract ideas into tangible reality. SPA
This year's forum focuses on the power of art to transform abstract ideas into tangible reality. SPA
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6th Int’l Video Art Forum in Dammam to Celebrate Power of Art

This year's forum focuses on the power of art to transform abstract ideas into tangible reality. SPA
This year's forum focuses on the power of art to transform abstract ideas into tangible reality. SPA

The sixth edition of the International Video Art Forum, organized by the Saudi Arabian Society for Culture and Arts in Dammam, in collaboration with the Cinema Association, has opened registrations for artists from all over the world; they may do so until November 5.

The event is set to begin in December this year.

The forum is a yearly gathering celebrating contemporary art, offering artists from around the world a platform to exhibit their works, compete, and exchange expertise.

This year's forum focuses on the power of art to transform abstract ideas into tangible reality.

In past editions, participants from 70 countries engaged in diverse specialized art workshops and seminars.



Winter at Tantora Festival Begins in AlUla

Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
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Winter at Tantora Festival Begins in AlUla

Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)
Winter at Tantora Festival begins in AlUla. (SPA)

This year's Winter at Tantora Festival opened Thursday in AlUla, celebrating the region's unique blend of art, culture, and heritage.
The festival, part of ongoing efforts to position AlUla as a premier global tourist destination, will run until January 11. The opening day attracted a large number of visitors who enjoyed a variety of cultural and heritage activities, including live musical performances, art exhibitions, guided tours to archaeological sites, and traditional folk-art displays, said the Saudi Press Agency on Friday.
The festival features a rich program of activities catering to all ages, including workshops, interactive experiences, and culinary events that highlight local cuisine. It also provides an opportunity to explore traditional wedding customs, offering visitors an authentic insight into Saudi culture.
Winter at Tantora is one of the flagship initiatives supporting tourism and heritage as part of the Saudi Vision 2030, and it serves as a platform for cultural exchange, bringing together attendees from around the world.