The Unthinkable Party: A New Face for the Saudi Kingdom

3. Reports from the events paint a vivid picture of the sheer scale and enthusiasm of the attendees. The Boulevard area of Riyadh transforms into a carnival of creativity, with thousands of residents, both locals and expatriates, donning elaborate and often terrifying costumes. From classic Western figures like vampires, witches, and movie monsters to fantastical creations, the costumes showcase a youthful exuberance and a long-suppressed desire for open, uninhibited public expression, a stark contrast to the restrictive social atmosphere of the past.