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Winter at Tantora, the longest-running cultural festival in the region, is making its grand return to AlUla as part of its line-up of events and festivals, the celebrated AlUla Moments year-round calendar.

Setting the tone for vibrant and immersive experiences, this year’s edition takes visitors on an endless stream of celebrations across three weeks taking place from December 19, 2024, to January 11, 2024.

Bringing guests closer to the rich culture of AlUla, you will be transported to the very soul of Saudi’s history, music, and traditions.

Without leaving any space for doubts, AlUa Moments has configured a set of experiences that will surely mark 2024 with an extravagant close.

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Placed just in the nestle of the region’s most breathtaking landscapes, Winter at Tantora offers an array of exclusive experiences: starting with The Immersive Theatre Experience where guests will be taken back in time for rich storytelling of Saudi’s legends, the Sanaam AlUla Night offering attendees a captivating concert experience with camel-inspired culinary to the Tantora Old Town Celebration, where AlUla’s old town is transformed into a living museum.

But, of course, with AlUla Moments, it doesn’t end there. Adventurous souls will have the chance to journey through the medieval world at the Old Town and Oasis at the Footsteps of Ibn Battuta.

While for those who are searching for premium, one-of-a-kind immersions, Winter at Tantora is inviting you to experience a three-hour voyage into the core of Saudi’s wedding traditions.

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Offering only the best, guests can further take it to the next level with world-class fine dining. To amplify the culinary finesse, dine at Ducasse where the infamous Michelin-starred French chef Alain Ducasse will twist and form a menu inspired by French cuisine and the region’s local ingredients.

Those in tune with the soulful nightlife can dine at SASS where the ambience embraces music with live DJ sets accompanied by the finest open-fire cooking.

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To surely mark 2024’s grand finale, a set of Maraya Classical Concerts will be hosted against the world’s largest mirrored building. Starting on December 27, 2024, Abeer Nehme and The National Arab Orchestra will grace the stage.

On New Year’s Eve, AlUla will celebrate with Egyptian superstar Amal Maher who will lead the evening with a specially curated setlist. And just after New Year’s on January 3, 2024, iconic household Arab names will perform their best hits at Macintoch show, such as Saber Rebai, Zena Emad, Aziz Maraka and Daffy.

On January 10, 2025, a special collaboration between Lebanese singer Marwan Khoury and world-renowned Croatian cellist HAUSER will mark the starry night.

What to wear

Of course, at AlUla, no celebration is complete without pairing the festival with perfect fashion choices.

With three weeks in store, you will need to show off your impeccable tastes.  Thus, to ensure you’re packed and ready, GRAZIA shares the best ‘fit ensembles to cop so you can truly enjoy Winter at Tantora.

The Top

PALMER HARDING ENCOMPASS VOLUME SLEEVE SHIRT SAR2,500 SHOP NOW

The Pants

1888 WASHED STUDDED JEANS IN ASH GREY SAR736 SHOP NOW

The Dress

1888 UTILITY EVENING DRESS IN GREEN SAR690 SHOP NOW

The Earrings

CHARMALEENA GOLDEN SHIELD EARRINGS SAR15,525 SHOP NOW

The Bracelet

CHARMALEENA GOLDEN BAGUETTE BANGLE IN YELLOW SAR14,950 SHOP NOW

The shoes

REFORMATION BETHANY BALLET FLATS IN NAPPA SAR1,200 SHOP NOW

The Bag

 

RABANNE 1969 MOON BAG SAR 6,850 SHOP NOW

Discover the full AlUla Moments 2024/2025 here.