Festivals in Oman

Festivals

Season or date: January–February

Major winter tourism event with folk performances, fireworks, and food stalls throughout capital.

Season or date: July–August

Festival of culture, music, and products held in southern Dhofar region during monsoon season.

Season or date: July 23

Commemorative event celebrating 1970 Renaissance with military parades and fireworks.

Season or date: Around November 18

Traditional dances and vehicle processions nationwide celebrating king's birthday.

Season or date: October–March weekends

Traditional sports competition where Bedouin tribes nationwide compete.

Season or date: December

Camel beauty contest and folk art market held in Wahiba Sands.

Season or date: Biennial October

Traditional ship dhow regatta and shipbuilding culture introduction event in Sur.

Season or date: November

World-class grueling ultramarathon running 250km through Wahiba Sands.

Season or date: March

Sea festival enjoying dolphin watching and music based in Khasab port.

Season or date: December

Industrial trade fair for frankincense and fragrance culture held in Salalah.