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Festival dates and organisers
Salalah is set to host the Dhofar International Film Festival from September 6 to 9. The event is organised by the Oman Film Society (OFS) as part of an ongoing strategic partnership with Oman’s Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth and Dhofar Municipality.
International lineup
According to the organisers, the forthcoming edition will feature 32 films from 16 countries. The list includes Oman, the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Iraq, Palestine, Egypt, Morocco, Libya, Iran, South Korea and England.
Why it matters for the local economy
Film festivals can support Salalah’s events calendar by bringing short-stay visitor demand for hospitality, transport and local services, and by creating networking opportunities for creative industries. For businesses in Dhofar, the key watchpoints are expected visitor flows, scheduling, and any related side events that could generate commercial activity.
What to monitor
- Official programme details, venues and ticketing information once released
- Any industry sessions that may attract regional producers and service providers
- Spillover impact on hotel occupancy and local transport during September 6–9
