Cultural and artistic events continued on Friday as part of the fifth edition of the Jordan Summer Festival 2025, organized by the Ministry of Culture. Activities are taking place every Friday across the capital Amman and all Jordanian governorates and will run until the end of August.
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In Salt, events were held at Aqaba Bin Nafi Square in the city center, attended by official figures and a large audience. The Secretary-General of the Ministry of Culture, Nidal Al-Ayasrah, said the festival serves as a cultural, artistic, and touristic occasion. Held weekly, the festival is part of Jordan’s cultural industries and provides a platform to showcase Jordanian artists and creators.
He added that the event includes a book fair aimed at encouraging reading and making books accessible to all social segments. The fair is an extension of the Family Library initiative, with books sold at symbolic prices below cost.
Festival activities include face painting, traditional bazaars, balloon shows, DJ sessions, children’s entertainment, and musical concerts. Friday’s lineup featured performances by artists Yasmin Ahmad and Basil Khreissat, alongside a folkloric dance by the Yaman Al-Khair Cultural Association troupe.
In Zarqa, the second week of festivities launched at Prince Mohammad Stadium, while in Ajloun, events at Al-Hussein Youth Camp drew families into a joyful atmosphere. Director of Ajloun Culture, Samer Freihat, emphasized the festival’s role in boosting cultural tourism and supporting home-based businesses, offering them space to showcase their products.
In Jerash, activities at Al-Hashimiyah Square attracted both official and public participation. Cultural Director Dr. Aqla Al-Qadri noted that the events cater to families and individuals, featuring folkloric shows, art exhibitions, and local handicraft and food stalls in collaboration with charities and local producers. The evening concluded with drone shows that lit up the sky with images of Jerash’s ancient landmarks, the Jordanian flag, and notable local tourist sites.
Meanwhile, in Mafraq, festivities kicked off at Prince Ali Bin Al Hussein Stadium with strong community turnout. The evening included face painting, bazaars, balloon releases, and children’s entertainment, as well as musical performances by Fadi Rafat and Samer Anwar, and a traditional dance by the Sawt Al-Urdon troupe.
Attendees expressed their gratitude to organizers for offering diverse programming that appeals to all age groups, enabling families to enjoy memorable and meaningful cultural experiences.
— Petra News Agency
