Riyadh's date season has officially begun, bringing rising market activity to Al-Rabwa Market in the capital. The season is held in the Otaiqah Central Market and Al-Rabwa Market area and runs until 28 September 2026.
The event is organized in partnership with the agricultural sector to support local farmers and exhibitors and to boost sales. It features a dedicated area for selling dates, agricultural products, and processed goods, giving shoppers a wide selection in one location.
The Riyadh activity is part of the broader early date harvest season that unfolds across Saudi regions from late May to September, a period when farms deliver fresh produce to markets nationwide.
What visitors should know
Current public listings show entry to the date season at Al-Rabwa Market as free. No official 2026 fee schedule, entry ticket price, or government service fee has been announced for the market activity.
For the community, the season is a chance to buy fresh dates directly, discover local agricultural goods, and support Saudi farmers ahead of the wider harvest period. Residents and expats in the capital can visit the Al-Rabwa Market area to browse the seasonal offerings while the event continues.
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