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.

Vision

Promote social and economic growth throughout a world-class, self-sustaining entertainment industry

Mission

Cultivate Saudi entertainment through clear-cut strategies and expedient regulations to introduce inspiring offerings.

Objectives

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

Latest News

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"فيا رياض" تصل إلى مليون زائر خلال أقل من شهر منذ افتتاحها

June 07, 2023

حققت منطقة “فيا رياض” رقمًا ضخمًا بعدد الزائرين خلال أقل من شهر وصل إلى مليون زائر منذ افتتاحها في الـ11 من مايو الماضي، إذ تعد من أحدث المناطق الترفيهية ضمن فعاليات تقويم الرياض بتقديمها حزمة راقية من الأنشطة والأماكن الفاخرة وبوجود أميز العلامات التجارية العالمية والمحلية، والعديد من المطاعم والمقاهي، وأحد أشهر فنادق الخمس نجوم...

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Alalshikh: Kingdom Tour 2023 Allows Local Companies and Residents to Organize Events

June 02, 2023

The General Entertainment Authority’s Kingdom Tour 2023 continues to add regions to its itinerary. After Al-Baha was added about a week ago, His Excellency Advisor Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi General Entertainment Authority, announced today the inclusion of Najran in the events that will tour the Kingdom until the...

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Local Committees and International Delegations Visit the Entertainment Business Accelerator

May 29, 2023

In May, the Entertainment Business Accelerator witnessed several local and international visits. Recently, the head of the entrepreneurship committee at the Riyadh Chamber, along with members of its culture and entertainment committee, were received to introduce them to the most prominent projects offered by the accelerator, meet participating entrepreneurs, and provide necessary consultations for their...

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"فيا رياض" تصل إلى مليون زائر خلال أقل من شهر منذ افتتاحها

June 07, 2023

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Alalshikh: Kingdom Tour 2023 Allows Local Companies and Residents to Organize Events

June 02, 2023

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Local Committees and International Delegations Visit the Entertainment Business Accelerator

May 29, 2023

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

Jun 02, 2023
Ongoing

Entertainment Centers

May 04, 2023
Ongoing

Riyadh Calendar

May 11, 2023

Entertainment Centers

Feb 16, 2023

Business Events

Dec 06, 2022
Ongoing

Entertainment Centers

Jan 10, 2022

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 [...]