About GEA

GEA in tandem with
Saudi Vision 2030

The General Entertainment Authority was established by Royal Decree No. (A/133) on May 7, 2016, to regulate and develop the entertainment sector to be a self-sustaining industry, in cooperation with relevant government authorities and the private sector. Through our ambitious strategy, we avidly work to improve the quality of life for everyone while also contributing to economic development through creating investment opportunities and thousands of jobs to fulfill the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.

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Vision

Leading a thriving and a sustainable entertainment sector that enriches the quality of life

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Mission

Developing and enabling an attractive and vibrant entertainment
sector that stimulates investments to achieve sustainable
growth and provides a verity of high quality entertainment
offerings

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Objectives

Regulate and develop
the entertainment sector, diversify entertainment options and  support national economy

Latest News

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“GEA” Launches 29 New Opportunities in Collaboration with the Ministry of Investment

January 13, 2025

In a move aimed at boosting growth in the Kingdom’s entertainment sector, the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Investment, announced the launch of 29 investment opportunities across various entertainment sectors, including facilities and destinations. These opportunities have been made available on the “Invest in Saudi Arabia” platform, allowing local and...

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In its third edition, GEA launches the Entertainment Activities Accelerator to develop the sector

January 11, 2025

The General Entertainment Authority (GEA) has launched the third edition of the “Entertainment Activities Accelerator,” continuing its efforts to promote entrepreneurship and advance the entertainment sector in the Kingdom, in alignment with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. The accelerator aims to provide the necessary support and resources to enable businesses to launch innovative projects,...

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Tickets on sale start today on the webook platform Turki Alalshikh announces UFC fights scheduled for February 1 as part of Riyadh Season

January 03, 2025

HE Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), announced the lineup of fights for the global event organized as part of Riyadh Season in collaboration with UFC the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization. The event, with tickets now available on the webook platform, will be held at the anb Arena in Riyadh...

Entertainment Portal

Your Easy Ticket Into The Entertainment Business

The Entertainment Portal is a digital platform through which investors can easily process the paperwork needed for entertainment activities and services. The portal streamlines the process for obtaining licenses, permits, and accreditation, and for submitting grievances, enquiries, and follow-up requests. Requirements and guidelines for operating in the sector can be accessed via the portal.

Mega Events

Riyadh season 2024

Dec 20, 2024
Ongoing

Event Type

Oct 13, 2024
Ongoing

Entertainment Centers

May 04, 2023
Ongoing

Riyadh Calendar

May 11, 2023
Ongoing

Entertainment Centers

Feb 16, 2023

Never miss an event with Enjoy Saudi

Explore Saudi Arabia’s entertainment scene through this interactive events calendar. Enjoy Saudi will provide you with all the information regarding activities and events taking place around Saudi Arabia, all year long. You can also book your ticket for events through links available on the webpage.

Entertainment Sector

This guide directs investors to the financing facilities offered through GEA to fund entertainment projects. By directly supporting private enterprises undertaking Saudi entertainment projects [...]

The guide includes a list of service providers authorized by GEA to offer booking and ticketing services for entertainment facilities. This includes marketing and selling tickets online or through POS terminals.[...]

A unified source for all regulations and laws related to the entertainment sector, the page is regularly updated to include the latest guidelines issued by GEA [...]

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