Tourism Minister launches Bahrain Beaches Festival

Tourism Minister launches Bahrain Beaches Festival

The “Bahrain Beaches Festival” was inaugurated this evening by the Minister of Tourism, Fatima bint Jafar Al Sairafi, at Bilaj Al Jazayer. This is the first event of its kind, organized by the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibition Authority as part of its efforts to enrich the summer season in the Kingdom of Bahrain with several activities and events that attract tourists and visitors, in addition to, encouraging internal tourism for citizens and residents. The launch of the festival witnessed various artistic performances, and many other activities will follow from the 8th -11th July, covering the days of Eid al-Adha including water sports, sand sculptures and many others which will be held daily from 3 pm – 9 pm. This festival starts at Bilaj Al Jazayer, in collaboration with other distinctive beaches such as Marassi Beach and “Water Garden City” beach, which will continue until August 27, incorporating a full program of events, such as live music acts, children’s activities and games, variety of food trucks and vendors with plenty of photo opportunities. According to the Minister of Tourism, Fatima bint Jafar Al Sairafi, “This festival comes within the framework of the BTEA’s program, which includes various activities that attract tourists,