Oman — Events
Cultural Theatre Programme
January 1, 2012 - March 30, 2012
Groups from around the world perform during these cultural evenings. Past performers have included traditional music and dance from Jordan, Germany, Egypt and Georgia.
International Salsa and Dance Festival
March 1, 2012 - March 3, 2012
Professional dancers and instructors from all over the world attend Oman’s biggest salsa event. Learn a few steps at the workshops, watch spectacular shows and join in the all-night dance party.
Salalah Tourism Festival
June 30, 2012 - July 30, 2012
Colorful parades take to the streets while artistic and cultural exhibitions are arranged by organizations such as the Omani Society for Fine Arts, Omani Women’s Society, Royal Oman Police and Royal Army.
Renaissance Day
July 22, 2012
This celebration gives thanks to the day Sultan Qaboos bin Said began his rule in 1970, transforming the country into the modern, advanced and industrialized country it is today. It is a day of reflection and rejoicing.
Eid Al-Fitr
August 18, 2012
This important Muslim holiday marks the end of Ramadan and is celebrated throughout the country. The markets of Nizwa, Nafar and Suroor become especially busy with locals coming to bid for animals and stock up on meat and sweets for the celebration.
Eid Al-Adha
October 25, 2012
The Feast of the Sacrifice is the latter of the two Eid religious festivals and commemorates the willingness of Abraham to sacrifice his son Ishmael to god. Morning prayers are followed by family getting together and exchanging of gifts.
The Islamic New Year
November 15, 2012 - December 13, 2012
Celebrations marking the beginning of the new Islamic calendar actually start on the sunset of the previous day and continue for 29 days, according to the Muslim calendar.
