4 million visitors to Jeddah's historic events during Ramadan... a cultural phenomenon that reinforces its global standing 

The Ramadan events in Historic Jeddah with an exceptional turnout, recording record numbers of visitors, as the total number of visitors exceeded 4 million citizens, residents and tourists, in a scene that reflects the great success of the cultural and entertainment movement that the region witnessed throughout the holy month, and confirms its status as a global Ramadan destination that combines the fragrance of history and the spirit of modernity.

Rich diversity and a complete experience

Throughout the holy month of Ramadan, the squares and alleys of the historic district witnessed a wide range of diverse and inclusive events for all family members and youth, including cultural activities, heritage shows, interactive experiences, popular markets, traditional foods, art exhibitions, and other entertainment events and programs.

This diversity contributed to providing an integrated experience for visitors to the region, reflecting the authentic identity and reviving the Ramadan heritage in an attractive, modern style.

Professional crowd management organization

This success was supported by professional organization and integrated operation led by Benchmark, which employed its expertise in managing major events to provide a distinguished model in crowd management, through the distribution of routes, facilitating entry and exit, providing guidance and direction teams, in addition to utilizing modern technologies to ensure smooth movement and achieve the highest standards of safety and comfort for visitors.

Economic activity and promising opportunities

The events contributed to stimulating economic activity within the region, by supporting entrepreneurs, small and medium-sized enterprises, and productive families, through the provision of organized and attractive sales outlets, which provided seasonal opportunities and enhanced the presence of local products, in line with the objectives of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and the Quality of Life Programs.

Consolidating global standing

This great turnout reflects the growing importance of the historic Jeddah area, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as a leading cultural and tourist platform that attracts visitors from all over the world, and contributes to highlighting the Kingdom’s cultural depth and enhancing its presence on the world tourism map.

Success and sustainability of the impact

As the curtain falls on the Ramadan events, Historic Jeddah stands out as a successful model in creating sustainable cultural experiences, where the events were not limited to providing entertainment, but also contributed to reviving heritage, strengthening identity, and creating an integrated human experience that will remain firmly rooted in the memory of millions of visitors, paving the way for more developed and innovative future seasons.