Al Khatt

Celebrate the art of traditional and contemporary Arabic calligraphy and discover how this intricate creative expression has evolved over time.


Price

Free entry

Schedule

Available from 16 Jan to 22 Feb 2025

Booking

No advance booking required

Experience type

Arts and culture

Duration

1 hour

Age restrictions

Suitable for all ages

Meeting location

Old Town Visitors Centre

Complimentary Parking 1

Old Town North Parking

Complimentary Parking 2

Old Town & AlJadidah South Parking


Overview

Watch AlUla Old Town transform into a hub of creativity as exhibitions and installations pay homage to an artistic expression that continues to fascinate. Participate in workshops featuring traditional and contemporary calligraphy, and listen to lectures and talks, all set in the historic heartbeat of AlUla.

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Experience location

AlUla Old Town

Know before you go

16 Jan to 22 Feb 2025 

Sun to Thur

16:00 - 22:00

Fri & Sat

12:00 - 22:00

Last entry: 21:00 

Workshops at Gathering Square 

Arabic Calligraphy Workshop

23 Jan 2025

17:00 to 18:00

Arabic Calligraphy in Design Workshop

30 Jan 2025

17:00 - 18:00

Design and Arab Patterns Workshop 

6 Feb 2025

17:00 - 18:00

  • Pre-registration is not required
  •  Suitable for all ages

Complimentary parking at Old Town North Parking and Old Town & AlJadidah South Parking.

Free entry

  • Please note that all experiences are subject to weather and visibility conditions
  • Comfortable clothing
  • A warm jacket, hat, and scarf for the night

Wheelchair and stroller accessible

Yes