Jerash Festival 2026 Comes to an End with 226 Events and 130,000 Visitors Celebrating Art and Heritage
The Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts has concluded its 40th edition with remarkable cultural and artistic achievements, featuring hundreds of events, international participation, and a large audience presence. Under the slogan “A Legacy Continues… Generations Meet,” the festival brought together more than 1,300 artists and creators from Jordan and around the world, reaffirming its status as one of the region’s most prominent cultural events.
🎭✨ Jerash Festival Concludes Its 40th Edition After Exceptional Days of Culture and Arts
The Jerash Festival for Culture and Arts has officially concluded its 40th edition with a special closing ceremony held at the Oval Plaza in the ancient city of Jerash, featuring the symbolic extinguishing of the festival flame and the handover of the festival flag.
The closing ceremony marked the end of an exceptional edition held under the slogan “A Legacy Continues… Generations Meet,” following several days filled with cultural, artistic, literary, and heritage events.
🌟 The latest edition achieved significant organizational and public success, strengthening the festival’s position as one of the most important cultural and artistic gatherings in Jordan and the Arab region.
🏛️ Closing Ceremony Celebrates the Festival’s Journey
The closing ceremony was attended by several officials and cultural figures, including Minister of Culture and Chairman of the Festival’s Supreme Committee Mustafa Al-Rawashdeh, Minister of Tourism and Antiquities Imad Al-Hijazin, Jerash Governor Dr. Malik Khreisat, and Municipality Committee Chairman Mohammed Bani Yassin.
The ceremony was also attended by members of the festival’s Supreme Committee, local community representatives, and media professionals.
✨ During the closing event, the flame of the 40th edition was extinguished and the festival flag was lowered and handed over, symbolizing the continuation of the festival’s cultural journey in future editions.
🌍 A Successful Edition in Numbers
The 40th edition of the Jerash Festival achieved remarkable cultural and artistic momentum, hosting more than 226 cultural, artistic, literary, and heritage events throughout its activities.
🎨 The festival welcomed approximately 130,000 visitors, reflecting the strong public interest and the festival’s ability to attract audiences from different backgrounds.
The edition featured participation from 32 countries, including countries represented through cultural exchange programs and others through embassy exhibitions.
✨ More than 1,300 artists and creators from Jordan, Arab countries, and around the world participated in the festival’s activities, while over 100 local, Arab, and international media outlets covered the event.
🎭 Jerash Festival: A Bridge Between Heritage and Modern Creativity
Minister Mustafa Al-Rawashdeh stated that the 40th edition was held under exceptional regional circumstances but succeeded in presenting a bright image of Jordan’s cultural identity and ability to host major artistic events.
He emphasized the importance of the festival’s royal support and its role in strengthening Jordan’s cultural presence regionally and internationally.
The minister explained that the slogan “A Legacy Continues… Generations Meet” reflects the festival’s vision of connecting Jordan’s ancient heritage with the creativity of new generations.
🏺 The festival continues to represent a meeting point between history, art, and human creativity, bringing together traditional heritage and contemporary artistic expressions.
🌿 Promoting Jordanian Identity and Global Cultural Exchange
The 40th edition aligned with the project “The Jordanian Narrative: The Story of Land and People,” which focuses on highlighting Jordan’s historical depth, cultural identity, and human heritage.
🌍 Through international participation and diverse artistic programs, the festival created opportunities for cultural dialogue and artistic exchange between Jordan and the world.
The event was not only a celebration of performances and entertainment but also a platform connecting artists, intellectuals, and audiences through meaningful cultural experiences.
🚀 Supporting Youth, Women, and Creative Industries
The latest edition placed strong emphasis on empowering youth and women in cultural and artistic fields, while supporting creative industries as an important part of sustainable development.
✨ The festival also highlighted Jordan’s tangible and intangible heritage through programs celebrating traditional arts, popular performances, and cultural crafts.
Organizers emphasized that strengthening cultural activities contributes to building a creative society connected to its identity while remaining open to global experiences.
🎶 Jerash Festival Continues Its Cultural Legacy
Over four decades, the Jerash Festival has maintained its position as one of the most significant cultural and artistic festivals in the region.
Its unique location in the ancient city of Jerash gives the event a special character, combining historical heritage with artistic creativity.
🎭 The festival continues to bring together music, theatre, poetry, traditional arts, and international performances, creating a space where generations meet and cultures connect.
As the curtain falls on its 40th edition, the Jerash Festival once again proves that culture and art remain powerful tools for communication, creativity, and building bridges between communities.
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