Dates City in Buraydah is one of the world’s most prominent destinations associated with date trading and palm products, serving as a major hub for the date economy in Saudi Arabia. During the annual date season, the market welcomes thousands of visitors and traders daily, reflecting the deep historical and economic significance of dates within the local community.
The experience of Dates City extends far beyond daily commercial activity, allowing visitors to witness traditional open auctions, explore local date varieties, discover date-based food products, and experience authentic Saudi hospitality centered around Arabic coffee and dates.
Dates City reaches its peak activity during the annual date season, typically held in the summer, and considered one of the region’s most significant economic and cultural seasons, where the city witnesses vibrant commercial and cultural activity reflecting the importance of the palm and date sector to Buraydah’s identity and local economy.
Dates remain one of the most iconic cultural and culinary symbols associated with Buraydah’s identity and local community life. Dates City also reflects Buraydah’s deep connection to agriculture and gastronomy, as dates remain an essential ingredient in many local dishes and food products, reinforcing Buraydah’s position as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy.
