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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Turki Alalshikh Sponsors Signing Ceremony for Multiple Sponsorship Agreements for the Mass Wedding as Part of Riyadh Season

December 03, 2024

HE Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), sponsored a ceremony today where several agreements were signed with various entities participating in the mass wedding initiative. This event, part of Riyadh Season 2024’s social responsibility initiatives, will take place in January on the two largest stages of Boulevard City. The Abu Bakr Salem...

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“The Groves” Returns with a New Look for Riyadh Season 2024

November 30, 2024

The Groves, one of Riyadh Season’s most celebrated zones, is set to reopen on Tuesday, December 3, in Al-Rafiah, west of Riyadh. This year, it returns with a brand-new design, offering a unique entertainment experience that blends nature, art, and innovative architecture. The revamped zone boasts a wide range of attractions catering to all age...

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Riyadh Season to Make History with Presentation of Historic Crown Jewel Championship in Collaboration With WWE

October 07, 2024

On November 2, Riyadh Season is set to host an extraordinary event in collaboration with WWE, where world champions will face off for the first time in the history of “Crown Jewel” to determine the undisputed best. In this highly anticipated event, Undisputed WWE Champion “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes will go head-to-head with World...

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

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Entertainment Centers

May 04, 2023
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Riyadh Calendar

May 11, 2023
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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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