It’s time to game-up your senses and your Instagram feed with a sky-high edition of a new event! The AlUla Skies Festival 2025 is back, and it’s here to be the ultimate high-flying adventure. Picture this: You are suspended 4,000 feet above the ground, drifting over centuries-old tombs, stunning sandstone formations, and dramatic canyons that have stood the test of time. Wouldn’t you love to grab this chance to experience 200,000 years of history from a whole new perspective? It’s time to mark your calendars for the 18th to the 27th of April 2025 for an unforgettable night sky full of wonders.
Saudi’s AlUla Skies Festival 2025 Is Back
AlUla is back with the grand sky event, and its hot air balloon lineup proves it. This year, it’s all about catching those sunrise hues and glowing desert vibes in AlUla.
What’s the heart and soul of the AlUla Skies Festival? The hot air balloons, of course! Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or a lover of serene landscapes, there’s something magical about floating above the ancient landscapes of AlUla.
- Hot Air Balloon Flight: Take off on a sunrise adventure for just SAR 990 per person. As the sun rises over AlUla’s dramatic scenery, you’ll witness a landscape that’s older than history itself. It’s definitely going to be a jaw-dropping moment for all.
- Hot Air Balloon Glow Show: For a more whimsical experience, the glow show is an absolute must. Picture this: dozens of balloons lighting up the desert sky like giant, floating lanterns. For just SAR 30 per person, it’s a mesmerising event. It’s the ultimate desert dreamscape.
- AlUla Skyrise Tethered Balloon Flight: Not quite ready to float away into the horizon? The tethered balloon ride offers the perfect compromise. For just SAR 100 per person, you can hover high above the ground, take in the stunning views, and feel like a ballooning pro without going too far off the ground.
Ground Control To Balloon Traveller
Even if you prefer solid ground to floating baskets, AlUla’s got your back.
- Stargazing & Cosmic Chats
Forget the planetarium. Here, the cosmos is your ceiling. Learn about constellations from experts while sipping tea under the Arabian night. - Night Hikes & Storytelling
Wander through trails lit by moonlight as local guides share ancient tales that sound almost too mythical to be real, but they are. - Live Concerts
And just when you think you’ve peaked, boom, in comes a stage lit under the stars. Expect performances from chart-toppers like Ahmed Saad and Mohamed Hamaki..
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Culture, Adventure And A Hint Of Magic
The AlUla Skies Festival 2025 isn’t just a fancy flyer’s playground. It’s a celebration of Saudi’s natural wonders, cultural heritage, and the infinite skies above. From adrenaline to awe, every event is designed to reconnect you with the land, the stars, and maybe even yourself.
So whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a star-lover, or just need a dramatic backdrop for your next story, AlUla’s calling and this time, it’s calling from 4,000 feet.
Book it, pack it, float it. Your sky adventure awaits.
Cover Image Courtesy: Experience AlUla/Website
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