Every year on 18 December the world celebrates World Arabic Language Day, the day the United Nations adopted Arabic as an official language in 1973. Celebrations are no longer limited to schools: companies, government entities, libraries and cultural cafés now host events honouring the beauty of Arabic script. This guide shares World Arabic Language Day celebration ideas for each type of organisation, with suitable prints, all in our World Arabic Language Day category.
Preparing a school event specifically? See detailed educational ideas in Arabic Language Day prints for schools.
Celebration ideas by organisation
Arabic is spoken by more than 400 million people and is one of the six official UN languages, so the day offers a natural chance for any organisation to connect with its community.
| Organisation | Event idea | Suitable prints |
|---|---|---|
| Companies and government | Calligraphy corner, word of the day | A6 cards, flower cards, bookmarks |
| Libraries and cultural cafés | Poetry evening, book signing | Bookmarks, folded cards |
| Schools | Morning broadcast, competitions, calligraphy exhibition | Toppers, contour-cut cards |
| Restaurants and cafés | Hospitality with Arabic phrases | Sweet toppers, table cards |
1. Ideas for companies and government entities
Calligraphy corner
Set up a reception corner showing Arabic scripts such as Naskh, Thuluth, Diwani and Ruq'ah, with cards explaining each. Invite a calligrapher to write staff and visitors' names as a gift.
Word of the day
Place an A6 Arabic Language Day card on each desk with a classical Arabic word, its meaning and an example. A simple idea that sparks conversation among colleagues.
Flower card
The folded Arabic Language Day flower card (6 × 26 cm) holds a flower and a line of Arabic poetry, handed to staff and visitors at the entrance.
2. Ideas for libraries and cultural cafés
Bookmarks
The printed Arabic Language Day bookmark (18 × 6 cm) is ideal for library visitors and evening guests, carrying a literary quote or Arabic proverb. More in custom bookmarks.
Folded evening card
The folded A6 Arabic Language Day card works as a programme for a poetry evening or book signing, with segments and participants inside and an elegant cover.
3. Ideas for schools
- The contour-cut Arabic Language Day card (5 × 9 cm) in letter or quill shapes.
- Custom Arabic Language Day toppers (3 × 3 cm) for broadcast and party hospitality.
- Arabic letter stickers from our stickers category as competition prizes.
A suggested half-day programme
- Welcome: a flower card and bookmark for each guest, with a calligraphy welcome sign.
- Opening: a short talk on the history and global reach of Arabic.
- Calligraphy workshop: a calligrapher teaches guests to write their names, using A6 cards for practice.
- Word quiz: questions on classical words, with stickers and folded cards as prizes.
- Closing: hospitality with Arabic-word toppers and a group photo at the calligraphy corner.
This suits companies, libraries and universities, and can be shortened to an hour for schools.
4. Hospitality with an Arabic touch
Place toppers on sweets, print Arabic phrases on coffee and tea cups from promotional gifts and add short verses on table cards, so guests feel the language in every detail.
Keepsakes that last after the event
For a lasting keepsake in an office or library, an Arabic calligraphy piece in acrylic or engraved wood from custom acrylic products or laser cutting and engraving is a beautiful choice, carrying the organisation's name or message.
How to order
- Choose prints from the World Arabic Language Day category and set quantities.
- Add your texts and phrases in the order notes, or attach your design and logo.
- Review the digital proof and proofread the text before approving.
- We print after approval and your order ships fast before the event.
Choosing fonts and phrases
- Use a clear font for longer text and keep decorative scripts for short titles.
- Proofread texts carefully; errors stand out on this occasion in particular.
- One carefully chosen verse is better than a whole poem.
- Check file quality; see preparing print-ready artwork.
Social media engagement
Add a consistent hashtag to your prints and encourage guests to photograph and share cards and bookmarks. A photo corner with large Arabic letters makes great pictures, and the printed word of the day becomes an easy post, extending the celebration beyond the room.
Common mistakes
- Spelling and grammar errors: most noticeable on a language occasion, so have every text checked.
- Unreadable fonts: decorative scripts in long text tire the reader.
- Late orders: December is busy; ordering early leaves time for review.
How to calculate quantities
Count attendees, staff or students and add 10% for guests. If prints are spread over several days or branches, multiply accordingly.
When to order
December is busy with school and corporate events, so approve designs early in the month. Production takes 1 to 3 working days after design approval, with fast shipping across Saudi Arabia.
FAQ
When is World Arabic Language Day?
18 December every year.
Can our logo be printed on the items?
Yes, attach the logo with your order and approve the proof before printing.
What size are the toppers?
3 × 3 cm, suitable for sweets and cupcakes.
Do you design Arabic Language Day prints?
Yes, we offer a paid design service, or message us on WhatsApp 0559899141.
Are the prints suitable for non-educational organisations?
Yes, cards, bookmarks and flower cards suit companies, libraries and cultural cafés.
Celebrate your language this year
Choose cards, bookmarks and toppers for your event and browse everything in the World Arabic Language Day category and our other seasonal products. Questions? Message us on WhatsApp 0559899141.