Tourism Authority unveils summer plans
TDT | Manama
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From concerts and gaming to staycation offers and family fun, Bahrain Summer 2025 has officially begun, with the Bahrain Tourism and Exhibitions Authority (BTEA) unveiling a major lineup of events, experiences, and promotional packages set to run across the Kingdom from today through the peak summer period.
The campaign coincides with Eid Al-Adha and aims to position Bahrain as a leading seasonal tourism destination for Gulf families. “We are working to promote the Kingdom of Bahrain as a major tourist destination in the region, especially during the summer season, which witnesses an increasing demand from Gulf families,” said Sara Ahmed Buhiji, Chief Executive Officer of BTEA.
Concerts and culture
Highlights this year include a double-header of concerts at Beyon Al Dana Amphitheatre, starting with Guns N’ Roses on May 20th and another major act on May 23rd. Lebanese star Maya Diab performs at Kaya Bahrain on May 29th, while Assi El Hallani headlines The Quarry on June 12th. Additional live shows by Imran Al Aradi, Shawn Chidiac, Grossomoddo and Pokey LaFarge are also on the calendar.
Cultural offerings range from theatre and art exhibitions to the children’s edition of ‘Time Out for Magic’ at City Centre and ‘We Are In Trouble’ at the Cultural Hall during Eid.
Gaming and festivals
The Bahrain Games Festival returns in a larger format at Exhibition World Bahrain, doubling its footprint from the previous edition. It will later be followed by the Bahrain Summer Toy Festival from July 1st to August 5th, promising family-friendly attractions and retail tie-ins.
Also featured are weekly DJ Beach Parties at Reef Club House, hybrid pool-beach events at The Art Hotel & Resort, and art workshops at Al Riwaq Art Space.
Offers and outdoor escapes
BTEA has collaborated with Gulf Air and GF Holidays to offer travel packages for GCC visitors, alongside discounted room and resort offers from over 50 hotels. These include kidsstay-free deals at Le Meridien, The Ritz-Carlton, and The Gulf Hotel, plus Eid packages with inclusive breakfast and spa access at top resorts like Vida Beach, Jumeirah Gulf of Bahrain, and The Art Hotel & Resort.
Leisure highlights this season also include activities like jet ski tours, kayaking, wakeboarding, skydiving, and go -karting, along with access to popular beaches such as Marassi, Solymar, Sama Bay, and Azul. Visitors can find the full summer schedule and promotions at https:// calendar.bh.
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