Saudi Arabia just got a major cultural upgrade with the opening of Villa Hegra, the first Saudi-French cultural center in the KSA. Located in the heart of AlUla, this new landmark promises to be a vibrant hub for art and culture. The inaugural cultural season will feature workshops, artist residencies, exhibitions, and collaborations with major French institutions like the Philharmonie de Paris.
Villa Hegra functions as a creative campus, with artist studios, a performing arts studio, an indoor cinema, and educational spaces that will host a variety of events throughout the year.
Villa Hegra is also part of the prestigious Villas network, which includes Villa Medici in Rome and Villa Kujoyama in Kyoto. Whether you’re interested in visual art, film, or performance, you now have the perfect spot to see how the Kingdom is growing its cultural scene.
This autumn, AlUla gives you a plenty of reasons to visit. Lovers of unique dining experience will be pleased to know that charming restaurant Annabel’s AlUla reopens on October 17. If you’re into something active, make sure to check out all fitness events during AlUla Wellness Festival 2025.
Stay tuned for more exciting events and updates about what’s happening in AlUla!
