KUWAIT: Visitors thronged stalls at the Dates Festival in Kuwait on Monday, exploring a wide variety of locally produced and imported dates. The annual event, held on August 18, showcases one of the region’s most cherished agricultural products and highlights the cultural and economic significance of date cultivation in the Arab world.
The festival brings together farmers, merchants, and date enthusiasts, offering a platform to promote high-quality produce, exchange expertise and strengthen market opportunities. Dates hold a central place in Gulf heritage, serving not only as a staple food but also as a symbol of hospitality and tradition, especially during the holy month of Ramadan.
KUWAIT: Visitors browse stalls at a Dates Festival on August 18, 2025.- Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat
Kuwait has hosted similar events in recent years to support agricultural initiatives and encourage local farmers, while also providing consumers with access to premium varieties from across the Middle East and North Africa. Organizers said the festival reflects the country’s ongoing efforts to preserve cultural heritage while boosting food security and sustainable agriculture. — Agencies
