This weekend has got it all. Whatever you’re in the mood for, here are 11 fantastic things to do in Riyadh this weekend. With so many new things popping up every day in Riyadh, no weekend is ever the same. So get your plans in order.
Whether it’s new eats you’re craving, a new restaurant, an awesome shopping experience, even some self-care time, we’ve got it rounded up here. It’s going to be a great weekend.
Attend the last day of the Leap Tech exhibtion
Leap 2022 is a tech exhibition happening here in Riyadh with over 300 international speakers, 700 exhibitors, and an estimated 40,000 attendees. There are six conferences happening on topics ranging from sustainability to the future of A.I.
Thu Feb 3. onegiantleap.com.
Celebrate Yauatcha’s second anniversary
The Chinese dim sum restaurant is marking two years in Riyadh. The limited-edition menu includes hao yùn lucky dim sum, crab meat and pineapple fried rice, and so much more. Got room for dessert? Great, you can enjoy a tiger macaron.
Click here for more information.
Open daily noon-11.30pm. Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Rd, Al Olaya, instagram.com/yauatchariyadh.
Dare to ride the world’s longest roller coaster: Sky Loop
The record-breaking Riyadh roller coaster reaches a maximum height of 52 metres and a speed of 110 kilometres per hour. The track has winding “Cobra Roll” twists and turns, and a fast and sharp drop. Are you ready?
Read more here.
Until Thu Mar 31. From SAR55. Open daily from 4pm. Winter Wonderland, Al-Ghadeer, tickets.riyadhseason.sa.
Enjoy the Le Petite Chef at Kazo Riyadh
Go on a gastronomic tour of the world without having to set foot on a plane. The family-friendly experience at Kazo is a two-hour, six-course immersive dining experience, which tells the story of Marco Polo via a 3D digital projection. Get ready for adventure, as you experience the Silk Road to the Himalayas right at your table.
SAR200 (kids), from SAR350 (adults). Open Tue-Thu 8pm, Fri-Sat 2pm, 8pm. King Abdullah Ibn Abdulaziz Road, Le Meridien Riyadh, lepetitchef.com (011 826 6666).
Head down to the Riyadh Winter Fair
Looking for ways to enjoy the last few weeks of winter before the notoriously hot summer begins? The winter fair is back and this time it’s being held at Raidah Digital City.
Click here to know more.
SAR50. Until Sat Feb 5. Open daily 5pm-midnight. Raidah Digital City, Prince Turki Ibn Abdulaziz Al Awwal Rd, An Nakheel, box-tickets.com.
Live the Squid Game experience with Riyadh Season
Riyadh Season just keeps on giving. This time around we have an amazing Squid Game event happening at Boulevard Riyadh City. Squid Game is the global smash that became one of Netflix’s biggest hits of all time, and is one of Saudi Arabia’s most-watched shows of all time. Dress in the iconic green tracksuits and enjoy. This experience gets the green light from us.
Click here for full details.
Until Thu Mar 31. 1pm-1am. SAR230. Boulevard Riyadh City, riyadhseason.sa.
Sing the night away at Syrup Lounge’s Karaoke Night
Always wanted to try your hand (or rather your voice) at singing? Syrup Lounge has you covered. Head out to these karaoke nights and show off your do-re-mis. For those who love the spotlight, put Syrup Lounge on your radar, as it was one of the first entertainment venues to open in Riyadh. Don’t be shy, as it creates a supportive environment for performers.
For the best karaoke nights in Riyadh click here.
From SAR120. Fri Feb 4. 9pm-1am. Prince Faisal Bin Bandar Bin Abdul Aziz Road, An Narjis, instagram.com/syruplounge.
Sip coffee at the picture-perfect EL&N cafe
What is considered one of the most Instagrammable cafés in the world has finally made its way into our neck of the woods. EL&N Café is now open at the iconic Riyadh Park Mall. This is the first time that EL&N Cafe (short for “Eat, Live & Nourish”) has come to Saudi Arabia, and it has set up shop in Riyadh, in a cotton candy pink spot with walls, tables and chairs to match. And EL&N Café has brought along the exclusive “croffles,” a croissant-waffle hybrid topped with a variety of sweets, to the party. (“Doissants”, who?).
Looking for the top cafes in Riyadh? Click here.
Open daily 8am-1am. EL&N Riyadh Park Mall, Al Aqiq, elnlondon.com (011 455 1070).
Spoil yourself at Soukoun Spa and Fitness Centre
Soukoun Spa offers multiple traditional treatments like the Hawaiin lomi lomi, classic Swedish massage, and Moroccan and Rhassoul hammam, along with a non-so-traditional gold and caviar body treatment for special occasions (or if you just want to ball out). Feeling a little stressed? Soukoun Spa has got you covered with special treatments like the muscle melt and total renewal, so you can watch the stress melt away.
More information here.
Open daily 6am-midnight. Olaya Street, hyatt.com/en-US/spas/Sokoun-Spa/home (011 288 1234).
Visit PIF Saudi International
PIF Saudi International is the only professional men’s golf event in Saudi Arabia. It will be taking place at King Abdullah Economic City, and is a new event for the Asian Tour. Not sure whether you should make the trip to the Red Sea?
Click here for four reasons you should.
Thu Feb 3-Sun Feb 6. golfsaudi.com.
Watch Moonfall at VOX Cinemas
Want to go to the cinema this weekend? Moonfall is coming to theatres. The news that the moon is out of orbit and there are just weeks before it smashes into earth gets everyone’s attention, and kickstarts the kind of apocalyptic thrill-ride we’ve come to expect from sci-fi movies. The film stars Halle Berry and former Game of Thrones actor John Bradley.
Find the top movies for 2022 here.
Thu Feb 3. ksa.voxcinemas.com.
