Bank Muscat to showcase digital banking at Oman Science Festival 2026
Bank Muscat will exhibit an interactive “Treasury” booth at the 5th Oman Science Festival, held from 2 to 11 November 2026. The participation targets festival visitors, especially students and families, and highlights the bank’s focus on science, technology and digital finance.
In this story
At a glance
- What changes
- Bank Muscat will exhibit an interactive ‘Treasury’ booth at the festival
- Timing
- Festival runs 2 to 11 November 2026
- Who is affected
- Visitors to the 5th Oman Science Festival
The details
- Announced by
- Bank Muscat
- Takes effect
- 2 to 11 November 2026
Festival Overview
The Ministry of Education is organising the fifth edition of the Oman Science Festival at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. Running from 2 to 11 November 2026, the event carries the theme “Our Compass is Science” and aims to showcase advances in science, knowledge, innovation and technology across a wide audience.
Bank Muscat’s Role
Bank Muscat confirmed its involvement as a leading sponsor and exhibitor. The bank’s pavilion, branded “The Treasury”, offers a compact educational space that guides visitors through a journey of scientific discovery linked to banking, information security and digital transformation. The participation follows a signed cooperation agreement with the Ministry of Education.
- Interactive stations on banking evolution
- Demonstrations of information security impacts
- Hands‑on activities for all age groups
Visitor Experience
The pavilion is designed for learning through entertainment, allowing attendees to interact with the latest technologies and understand their role in shaping the future of finance. It targets school students, university learners, families and anyone interested in the intersection of science and banking, reinforcing Oman’s Vision 2040 goals for a knowledge‑based economy.
- Live demos of digital banking tools
- Workshops on financial literacy
- Opportunities to discuss innovation with bank experts
What this means for travellers
Trip planning
- Visitors planning to attend the festival can include a stop at the Bank Muscat pavilion in their itinerary.
- Existing travel bookings to Muscat remain unaffected; the festival schedule adds optional activities.
Cost and documents
- No additional fees are required to enter the Bank Muscat booth.
- Visitors do not need to present any special documents to access the pavilion.
What you need to do
- Check the festival programme for the exact location and opening hours of the Bank Muscat pavilion.
- Plan to allocate time for the interactive stations if interested in digital banking topics.
Who this affects
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General public attending the festival
The pavilion is open to all visitors of the Oman Science Festival.
What to do Can visit the booth during the festival dates without any prior registration.
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Students and educators
The event targets school and university audiences with educational activities.
What to do May incorporate the pavilion into school field trips or learning modules.
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Bank Muscat customers interested in digital services
The booth showcases the bank’s latest digital banking innovations.
What to do Can explore new services and ask questions directly to bank representatives.
Frequently asked questions
When is the 5th Oman Science Festival taking place?
The festival runs from 2 to 11 November 2026, offering a series of scientific exhibitions and interactive activities across ten days.
What is the theme of the 2026 Oman Science Festival?
The event’s theme is “Our Compass is Science”, highlighting the role of science, knowledge, innovation and technology in building a sustainable knowledge society.
What will Bank Muscat display at the festival?
Bank Muscat will present a pavilion called “The Treasury”, featuring interactive stations on the evolution of banking, information security, and digital financial services designed for visitors of all ages.
Are there activities for children at the Bank Muscat booth?
Yes, the pavilion includes learning‑by‑play stations that engage children with hands‑on demonstrations of banking concepts and technology in an entertaining format.
How can I learn about digital banking at the festival?
The Bank Muscat pavilion offers live demos of digital banking tools, workshops on financial literacy and direct interaction with bank experts to explain new digital services.
