Muscat Nights to boost local companies, revive domestic tourism

Muscat Nights to boost local companies, revive domestic tourism

Muscat: A kaleidoscope of activities will be held during the inaugural edition of the Muscat Nights, which will be held from January 19-February 4.

Organised by Muscat Municipality, the Muscat Nights is aimed to become the largest entertainment, cultural and community event in the capital city.

Addressing a press conference at Qantab Hall, Al Bustan Palace, Ritz-Carlton Hotel, in the presence of representatives of ministries and government on Sunday, Ahmed Mohammed Al Hamidi, Chairman of Muscat Municipality, announced that the Muscat Nights 2023 will be held at four locations - Al Qurum Natural Park, Al Naseem Public Park, the Oman Automobile Association (OAA), and the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC).

Al Hamidi said, “Muscat Nights aims to develop events that go down well with the community, traditions and customs, and promote healthy practices.

“For the youth, we have included activities and sports at the Oman Automobile Association, given that the majority of Omani society is under the age of 16.”

Al Hamidi hoped that Muscat Nights will help in reviving domestic tourism and will create a space for entertainment and cultural events. He said that 90 per cent of the contracts have been awarded to local companies for preparing the venues.

“This year, every segment