On September 23rd, Saudi Arabia comes together to celebrate its National Day, marking the anniversary of the Kingdom’s unification in 1932. This year, the occasion takes on an even bigger calendar presence as the Kingdom celebrates its 96th National Day, with events spanning foreworks, air shows, cultural performances, heritage experiences and special offers across the country.
The 2026 National Day continues under a theme “Our Pride Is in Our Nature”, celebrating the values of courage, vision, authenticity, determination, generosity and hospitality.
Whether you are spending the day in Riyadh, heading to Jeddah or making a longer escape to AlUla, there is plenty on the calendar. Here is your guide on what to do this Saudi National Day.
Watch the National Day fireworks
Fireworks will light up the skies across nine cities in Saudi Arabia on the 23rd of September, making them one of the evening’s major celebrations. The programme also includes air, navel and ground displays taking place across the kingdom. On September 23, KAFD will light up at 9 PM fireworks over Riyadh.
When: 23rd of September
Where: King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD)
Spend National Day in the AlUla cultural la...