Al-Shahid Park Prepares to Open Phase Three with a Celebratory Carnival on October 1
Shahid Park is preparing to open its third phase to the public with a celebratory carnival that embodies the values of peace, harmony, and hope on October 1. Throughout the celebration days, the park’s grounds will transform into a vibrant space celebrating the future through a cohesive and aesthetically pleasing visual spectacle.
Anwar Al-Yatama, Chairperson of the Supervisory, Administrative, and Follow-up Committee for the third phase of the park, speaking on behalf of the Amir’s Diwan, said at a press conference held today, Saturday, in the Round Hall of the Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Center, that Shahid Park is a national project representing a qualitative addition to Kuwait’s cultural and entertainment landscape. It reflects the state’s commitment to providing comprehensive destinations that serve society and align with its aspirations.
She noted that the third phase completes the achievements of the first and second phases, offering a renewed vision and distinctive components that integrate culture, art, entertainment, and sports within a modern and sustainable environment. This enhances the park’s status as one of Kuwait’s premier destinations and provides a comprehensive experience for all family members.
Al-Yatama added that coinciding with the opening, a celebratory carnival will be organized on October 1 and 2, featuring a range of events and activities designed to offer a special occasion for the public to celebrate this national achievement and discover the new facilities and experiences included in the third phase.
She extended her sincere gratitude and appreciation to Capital Governor Sheikh Abdullah Salem Al-Ali for his support of the occasion, as well as to Kuwait Finance House, Al-Shaya Group, Ooredoo Kuwait, and Binstar Al-Yousef for their sponsorship and support of the opening and accompanying carnival, which underscores the importance of effective partnership between state institutions and the private sector in supporting national projects and initiatives.
“We look forward to the third phase of Shahid Park being a continuation of the successes achieved in previous phases and a new launch toward more events and activities that meet societal aspirations and strengthen Kuwait’s presence as an attractive destination for culture and entertainment,” she said.
In a statement to Al-Jarida, Al-Yatama highlighted that the third phase of Shahid Park features Kuwait’s largest theater, with a capacity of approximately 2,382 seats, alongside a sports building housing a variety of sports activities and games catering to all age groups.
For his part, Vice Chairman of the Committee Khaled Al-Filakawi, in a similar speech, praised the efforts of sponsors and supporters, as well as everyone who contributed to the success of the occasion. He stated that these sponsorships reflect a distinctive model of partnership and cooperation, demonstrating the private sector’s commitment to fulfilling its social role and supporting national, cultural, and entertainment projects and events in Kuwait.
Al-Filakawi said, “We highly value this partnership and look forward to its continuation and development in the future, contributing to the delivery of distinguished events and initiatives that serve society and enrich Kuwait’s cultural and entertainment landscape.”
On his part, Abdullah Al-Ruwaih, Representative of Kuwait Finance House and Head of Public Relations and Media for the Group, emphasized the institution’s commitment to building and strengthening this type of strategic partnership with key state entities, including Shahid Park in its third phase.
Al-Ruwaih added, “We are pleased to support this distinguished project, which extends Kuwait’s role in supporting community-oriented national initiatives. This is driven by our belief in the importance of social responsibility and the leadership role played by Kuwait Finance House in this field.”
He noted that Kuwait Finance House (KFH) firmly believes that these projects constitute some of the most important national initiatives, which will, God willing, have a positive impact on society. He added that the partnership with Martyr’s Park underscores KFH’s commitment to fulfilling its role and providing necessary support for projects that open up new tourism and recreational horizons, while strengthening strategic partnerships that contribute to achieving development goals in line with Kuwait Vision 2035.
He highlighted that KFH has a distinguished track record in supporting this type of initiative, particularly national and community-driven efforts. He expressed pride in this partnership and looked forward to continuing support for such projects, which help stimulate economic and tourism activity and foster growth, thereby contributing to sustainable development in the State of Kuwait. He extended his sincere gratitude to all those involved in the project and working on its implementation.
For his part, Hamoud Al-Shaikh, representing the Al-Shaikh Group, said in his speech, “Since our inception, we have believed that our role extends beyond the commercial sphere to include positive and sustainable contributions to the societies in which we live and work.” He considered Martyr’s Park to embody this vision, describing it as a distinctive destination in the heart of Kuwait City that combines green spaces, culture, and recreation, offering individuals and families a place to gather and spend time together, becoming an integral part of their daily lives.
Al-Shaikh stated that “our support for this phase reflects our firm commitment to our homeland, Kuwait, and our belief in the importance of integrating efforts among various entities, and the positive impact such integration can achieve in serving society and enhancing quality of life.”
On behalf of the Al-Shaikh Group, he offered his deepest thanks and appreciation to the Diwan Amir, all those involved in the development of Martyr’s Park, and all teams whose efforts contributed to completing this new phase and turning the vision into reality.
For his part, Nasser Al-Arfaj, Director of Strategic Relations and Public Relations at Ooredoo Kuwait, stated that Ooredoo was keen to sponsor this distinguished national project, which represents a significant addition to the cultural, recreational, and environmental framework in Kuwait.
He expressed pride in this partnership with the Diwan Amir, noting that it is not limited to this occasion but “will, God willing, extend to future years through unconventional events to be implemented on the ground in collaboration with the Diwan Amir.”
Al-Arfaj pointed out that these events will have positive effects on society, as well as on visitors and park patrons, by offering diverse and distinctive experiences and activities.
He added that Ooredoo’s geographical proximity to Phase III of Martyr’s Park represents an extension of joint activities, with special events planned for theater and sports, alongside community development initiatives and joint seminars with the Diwan Amir.
He expressed his gratitude to the Diwan Amir for this event and thanked all sponsors for their unlimited support of such developmental projects, which benefit society and contribute to enhancing events and initiatives that serve Kuwait.
For her part, Noura Al-Ahmad, a member of the Supervisory Committee, outlined the key features of the carnival in her speech, explaining that it aims to revive and showcase the park’s diverse and unique facilities through a comprehensive program spanning two days, integrating culture, arts, recreation, and sports.
She also highlighted dynamic and sports activities featuring local athletes in parkour and skateboarding areas, adding a vibrant touch to the experience, as well as a variety of activities distributed across all park facilities, presented by sponsors and partners with the aim of delighting visitors of all ages. She noted that visitors can learn about all events and their locations through the carnival schedule and an interactive map that shows the locations of various activities and performances within the park.
