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Saudi Marketing Calendar

Plan ahead

The moments that move Saudi consumers

Use this calendar to plan your campaigns. Religious occasions follow the Hijri calendar and move about 11 days earlier each year, so always confirm the exact dates.
National Religious Season Sales
January

New year & winter season

Winter tourism, outdoor events and “new year, new goals” campaigns.

22 February

Founding Day

Celebrate Saudi heritage and history — great for storytelling and heritage-inspired design.

Hijri: Ramadan

Ramadan

The year’s biggest season. Plan 8 weeks ahead and schedule around Iftar and Suhoor.

11 March

Saudi Flag Day

A moment of national pride — keep content respectful and follow flag-use guidelines.

Hijri: Shawwal

Eid al-Fitr

Gifting, fashion, family outings and travel — shopping intent peaks in the last days of Ramadan.

Hijri: Dhu al-Hijjah

Hajj season & Eid al-Adha

Family gatherings, travel and hospitality. A time for values-led, respectful messaging.

June – August

Summer & school holidays

Travel, entertainment and summer events; families plan trips and activities.

August

Back to school

Stationery, electronics, uniforms, education and family services.

23 September

Saudi National Day

One of the busiest marketing moments of the year — stand out with authentic, people-first stories.

October – March

Entertainment seasons

City seasons and major events drive footfall, tourism and spending across the Kingdom.

November

White Friday & 11.11

The biggest online sales period — prepare stock, landing pages and ads weeks in advance.

December

Year-end planning

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