05 February, 2026
We invite everyone to Flavors of Nations 2026! A vibrant cultural festival featuring live performances, global cuisine, and interactive experiences.
Explore 35+ country exhibits filled with culture, traditions, and stories. Taste your way through 25+ international food vendors and food trucks. Enjoy live music and cultural performances throughout the night. Jump into the Carnival and Kids Zone with 20+ attractions, including a 100-meter zipline. Try your luck at the Flavors Raffle, featuring big prizes and instant wins.
Stroll through immersive cultural showcases, sample traditional cuisine, and explore heritage displays organized by continent zones.
Be sure to visit the Saudi Pavilion, a special experience zone designed to showcase the essence of Saudi culture in a welcoming and immersive setting.
Enjoy an energetic lineup of live cultural performances, featuring music and dance by KAUST community members. As the evening unfolds, the atmosphere comes alive with high-energy DJ sets from the Ministry of DJs, keeping the celebration going well into the night.
Food lovers are in for a treat with 25+ food vendors and food trucks serving cuisines from around the globe. Enjoy everything from gourmet bites, fast food to coffee, and sweet treats.
Little ones can enjoy bouncy castles, human foosball and face painting, while guests of all ages can try their luck at Ring Toss, Basketball, Duck Hunt, and more. This year, we are also excited to bring in new attractions like bungee trampolines and a 100-meter zipline.
Ticket Prices:
Don’t miss the Flavors Raffle, featuring exciting prizes such as a classic car, 4-wheeler desert buggy, international airline tickets, hotel stays, restaurant vouchers, gift hampers, and more.
Keep an eye out for roaming game challenges! Win on the spot and walk away with prizes ranging from Lush products to cuddly toys and dining vouchers.
Bike, walk, or take a special event shuttle running every 5 minutes:
Extra bike racks will also be available at the stadium for those choosing a more sustainable commute.
To help reduce waste, we encourage attendees to bring reusable food containers, utensils, and water bottles. Water refill stations will be available on-site.
Together, let’s make Flavors of Nations 2026 an unforgettable celebration of KAUST’s diversity!
For any questions, reach out to community.events@kaust.edu.sa.
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY