The much-anticipated Muscat Festival 2024-2025 will take place from December 23 to January 21, spread across various iconic locations in the capital, including Naseem, Qurum Natural, and Amerat parks. As preparations ramp up, Muscat Municipality has issued several tenders to ensure the festival’s smooth execution, hinting at an exciting array of events for this year.
New Highlights and Popular Favorites Return
This year’s festival will introduce new features while bringing back fan-favorite events, such as the renowned Food Festival and the Global Villages pavilion, where embassies from various countries will showcase their cultures and products.
Warner Bros. Characters to Headline Muscat Nights
One of the festival’s standout attractions will be the presence of Warner Bros. characters, adding an international flair to the festivities. These characters will entertain families with live performances, games, and activities. The tender board has allocated over RO 4 million for the event’s design, management, and equipment to create a world-class experience.
Muscat Food Festival at Qurum Natural Park
As part of the festival, a special food festival will be held at Qurum Natural Park. The Muscat Municipality has invited bids from tourism, catering, and event management providers to organize this flavorful event, which promises to be a culinary adventure for visitors.
Entertainment and Celebrity Guests
In addition to the food festival, Muscat Nights will host celebrities from the worlds of cinema, literature, and filmmaking. The event will feature discussion sessions, workshops, and interactive gaming platforms. Visitors can expect board games, competitive gaming rounds, digital art exhibitions, live drawings, and educational lectures on popular cultures and comic book literature.
Drone and Light Shows
One of the highlights of Muscat Nights 2024-2025 will be the modern and contemporary drone shows at Qurum Natural Park. These shows will use cutting-edge technology to create breathtaking light displays, adding a futuristic touch to the festival.
Global Villages Pavilion
Muscat Municipality has planned a “Global Villages” corner that will feature kiosks from various countries, showcasing products and cultures. The village square will consist of multiple units for each country, offering visitors an immersive international experience.
