- The Second Mango Festival took place on May 24, 2024, in Al-Baha, hosted by the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture.
- The festival brings together farmers, government and volunteer agencies, and productive families from the Al-Makhwah market who have a passion for mangoes and a commitment to the community.
- Attendees have the opportunity to select the best mangoes, participate in agricultural workshops and cultural competitions, and enjoy various activities suitable for children and families. The festival also plays a significant role in sustaining the local economy.
The event took place on the 24th of May, 2024, in Al-Baha. The Second Mango Festival is taking place in Al-Makhwah Governorate with the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture taking the hosting role as an expression of partnership. The festival is being participated in by thirty farmers, Government, NGOs and community based organisations as well as productive families from Al-Makhwah market. These are all interested in mangoes and care for the community. The participants are not passive observers but are there, and they are engaging.
They have the opportunity to not only select the best mangoes but also participate in agricultural workshops and cultural competitions. Farmers in private pavilions may showcase various types of mangoes for them to learn about. The festival also offers a variety of activities that are suitable for children and families, including theatrical productions, a children's studio, folk music, games, and a number of different presentations. Not only is the event essential for introducing and promoting agricultural products produced by Al-Baha, but it also plays a significant role in sustaining the local economy by providing a large number of sales outlets.
