JEDDAH: The Ministry of Culture (MoC) has announced the winners of its “Cultural Ideas Marathon,” dedicated to creating enriching experiences for Saudi citizens and residents.
The competition, held virtually from Dec. 29 to Jan. 26, attracted more than 1,000 people from around the Kingdom creative individuals and professionals alike.
The winners were promised cash rewards for the best three ideas. The first place winner received SR150,000 ($40,000) for his “The Land’s Identity Festival” concept. The second place winner received SR100,000 for “A Pride Event” idea, and third place took SR50,000 for “The Sense of Saudi Arabia” idea.
Contestants were asked to create a cultural experience for locals and tourists, for events and festivals that were well thought out, that were sustainable and that visitors could return to. Participants had to consider implementing ideas in categories including museums, heritage, films, theater, performing arts, music, libraries, fashi