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The Festival of Cricket – Women’s Edition 2026 is a landmark community sports initiative by Global India Saudi Arabia, designed to promote women empowerment, community integration, and grassroots sports development in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
More than a cricket tournament, the Festival of Cricket is a family-friendly community festival that brings together women athletes, families, schools, volunteers, and multicultural communities through sport, culture, and shared celebration.
What Is the Festival of Cricket?
The Festival of Cricket is a not-for-profit community event that uses cricket as a platform to:
- Encourage women’s participation in sports
- Strengthen social bonds across nationalities
- Promote healthy lifestyles and positive youth engagement
- Create inclusive spaces for families and communities
The Women’s Edition reflects Global India’s commitment to inclusive development, recognizing women as key contributors, leaders, and role models within society.
Why the Festival of Cricket Was Created
Cricket has organically become one of the most popular community sports in Saudi Arabia. Across schools, neighborhoods, and workplaces, the game has connected people beyond language and cultural boundaries.
The Festival of Cricket was created to bring these scattered cricketing communities together into one unified platform—one that is structured, inclusive, family-friendly, and socially impactful.
By launching with a Women’s Edition, the initiative highlights the importance of:
- Visibility for women athletes
- Equal access to sports platforms
- Community support for women-led participation
Festival of Cricket Objectives
Women Empowerment Through Sports
Providing a structured and respectful environment for women to participate in competitive cricket, including first-time players.
Community Integration in Saudi Arabia
Welcoming participants and spectators from all nationalities and backgrounds, reflecting the Kingdom’s multicultural fabric.
Family-Friendly Sports Festival
Grassroots & School Sports Development
Volunteerism & Social Contribution
Festival of Cricket 2026 – Key Highlights
- 300+ women players and officials
- 30 teams from Al Khobar, Dammam, Jubail, Abqaiq, Riyadh, Jeddah, and nearby regions
- One-day tournament format
- Tennis-ball cricket (safe and beginner-friendly)
- Kids’ activity zones and family entertainment
- Food stalls, music, and live announcements
- On-site medical, physiotherapy, and hydration support
- Live scoring, commentary, photography, and videography
- Free entry for spectators (subject to capacity)
No prior knowledge of cricket is required to enjoy the festival, making it a true community celebration.
Event Details – Festival of Cricket Women’s Edition 2026
Date: Friday, 30 January 2026
Venue: Sports Yard, Sports City, Al Khobar, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia
Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Entry: Free (first-come, first-served; families prioritized)
Registration for Festival of Cricket 2026
Official Registration Link:
Festival of Cricket – Community-Led Initiative
The Festival of Cricket is planned and delivered by volunteers, educators, sports officials, healthcare professionals, and community leaders. Every aspect—from tournament operations and medical care to media coverage and hospitality—is driven by collective community effort. This approach ensures the festival remains:
- Inclusive
- Well-organized
- Transparent
- Socially responsible
Follow Festival of Cricket – Official Social Media
Stay updated with announcements, highlights, photos, videos, and community stories.
Looking Ahead
- Build sustainable platforms for women in sports
- Strengthen inter-community harmony
- Inspire youth participation through schools
- Establish a benchmark for inclusive community sports events in Saudi Arabia