Festivals and Annual Events

This event is held annually in the month of January and February and is the best known of Muscat’s Festivals. The basic objective of this festival is to celebrate the culture and heritage of Muscat and Oman. A massive heritage village is set up to showcase Oman’s rich traditions and heritage, and light is shed on Muscat’s history and its various arts and crafts. There are parades, seminars, poetry readings, literary gatherings, theatrical performances and much more. Local and international artists come to Muscat to perform during this festival, which helps add to the fun and educational aspect of this festival.

his fair has been a staple of the Muscat calendar for the past 15 years. The ten-day festival takes place in the Oman International Exhibition Center. Over twenty countries participate in this book fair, representing hundreds of publishing houses from around the world. You will find many publications in English, as well as those in other languages---any and all bookworms will love this festival!

This is a huge event in Muscat’s calendar. It has been held annually in the Oman International Exhibition Center for the past nine years. The objective is to enlighten the public about educational opportunities both in Oman and abroad. Many youngsters, students and their parents flock here to learn more about options for pursuing higher education.

This event is held annually in the Oman International Exhibition Center and lasts three days. Oman’s rapidly expanding property market is a draw for potential investors, who come to learn more about the market and other investment opportunities. In addition to highlighting investment opportunities in Oman, organizers provide a synopsis of the opportunities throughout the world, which helps add to the attraction of this event.

This event is held annually in the Oman International Exhibition Center and lasts three days. Oman’s rapidly expanding property market is a draw for potential investors, who come to learn more about the market and other investment opportunities. In addition to highlighting investment opportunities in Oman, organizers provide a synopsis of the opportunities throughout the world, which helps add to the attraction of this event.

This three day event is held annually in the Oman International Exhibition Center. It caters to the whims of elite Omanis who live luxurious lifestyles and come here to survey luxury consumer products and get some novel ideas about decorating their home and office spaces. Products showcased include textiles, footwear, accessories, fashion, jewelry, beauty products and cosmetics. In addition, home accessories and fittings are also presented. Products range in origin from Omani produced goods to international brands.

This exhibition is held annually at the Oman International Exhibition Center. The time of the festival varies in accordance with the lunar calendar. Arguably Muscat’s most popular festival, this event lasts for nine days. It is a shopping extravaganza with consumer and other goods from around the world on display.

The motor show is held annually in the Oman International Exhibition Center. Car lovers are treated to the sight of numerous models, old and new, produced by various automotive brands. This event is one of the largest automotive showcases under one roof anywhere in the world.

The autumn trade fair is extremely popular and has been held annually in the Oman International Exhibition Center for the past eighteen years. To give you a sense of the atmosphere, the event attracts huge crowds of up to 200,000 people. Exhibitors come from the around the world to present their products, which include include toys, luggage, stationery, flowers, furniture, shoes, leather products, crockery, bags, garden and leisure products, lighting and household wares, as well as fashionable garments and accessories. The event helps serve as a springboard for foreign companies in the Omani market, and also serves as an opportunity for Omanis, expatriates and tourists to sample a wide range of products in one place.

National day in Oman occurs the same time as Sultan Qaboos’ birthday, which adds to the significance of both occasions. Largely due to the magnitude of the day, this is one of the most wonderful festivals held in Muscat. The city is illuminated with lights twinkling in every corner of the city and celebrations can be found throughout Muscat. The event is marked by traditional dancing, music and camel racing and the fireworks display makes a beautiful backdrop to the architectural jewels in Muscat.

This is one of Muscat’s most unique and wonderful festivals. The event is held in the Oman International Exhibition Center and focuses entirely on women. Companies that produce products for women bring their products here, which as a result, attracts a wealth of women from throughout the city and region. The focus is on the various identities that women take on during their lives- women as individuals, as wives, as mothers, career-oriented women, and more. Products on display include health and beauty, career and education, fashion and lifestyle, food and kitchen, home improvement, and child care and development. The festival is one example of how the Omani government encourages women to take an active role in every aspect of civilian life.

The concept behind this expo is to introduce the ever increasing Omani populace to a diverse range of food and edible products. Over time, a larger amount of food and a wider range of options have been demanded by the Omani market. This expo services the desire to sample different cuisines, so if you like to eat, you will absolutely love this exhibition! The venue is the Oman International Exhibition Center.