Muscat – Muscat Municipality has announced the opening of bids for two tenders as part of preparations for the highly anticipated Muscat Nights 2026 festival.

In a statement, the municipality said it is inviting specialised companies to submit proposals for marketing and promoting Muscat Nights 2026, as well as for designing and operating the Children’s World events during the festival. The deadline for submitting bids is September 21, 2025.

The tenders form part of the municipality’s strategy to expand the scale and reach of Muscat Nights, which has grown into one of the capital’s most prominent annual attractions, drawing thousands of residents and visitors each year. The festival typically features cultural performances, art exhibitions, food festivals, traditional markets and family-friendly entertainment across multiple venues in the city.

By offering a dedicated tender for Children’s World, Muscat Municipality aims to create an engaging space for young visitors, combining educational activities, interactive games and creative workshops. Officials hope this focus will attract more families and broaden the festival’s appeal to diverse audiences.

The municipality stressed that the marketing tender will be key to promoting Muscat Nights 2026 locally and globally, showcasing the capital as a vibrant tourism and cultural hub in line with Oman Vision 2040 objectives to boost the events and tourism sectors.

Muscat Nights 2025 set a new benchmark for the event, attracting a record-breaking 1.7mn visitors. According to the municipality, the festival was a resounding success, marking a significant milestone in Oman’s cultural and tourism calendar.

The 2025 edition spanned seven locations – Amerat Park, Naseem Public Park, Oman Automobile Association, Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre, Al Hail Beach, Wadi al Khoud and Qurum Natural Park – with venues carefully selected to ensure accessibility for both residents and tourists across Muscat.