NOOR RIYADH - Wadi Hanifah

The "Wadi Hanifah" site for "Noor Riyadh" was an unparalleled experience, where a natural wonder was transformed into an extensive light art exhibition. Here, the challenge lay not just in crowd volume, but in managing movement across the Wadi’s extended, open routes and ensuring visitor safety within its natural and often uneven topography. For this unique environment, our crowd management plan was carefully adapted to respect and work with the nature of the valley. We established clear, well-defined pathways for visitors, guaranteeing a secure enjoyment of the art without disturbing the natural surroundings or risking visitor safety in challenging areas. Our goal was to strike a perfect balance between "open access" and "route security" across the large expanse of the Wadi. We utilized our expertise to ensure the safety of large-scale art installations and secured the flow of visitors during the evening along the illuminated pathways. Specialized control and guidance points were strategically deployed along the entire Wadi, acting as "vigilant eyes" to ensure a consistently peaceful and smooth experience. We demonstrated that crowd management can be a "partner" to nature and art, with deliberate organization elevating the overall artistic and cultural experience.