Riyadh, we know how long this week felt. Step away from work and take a look at our picks for best things to do in Riyadh this weekend. Whether you’re after new film releases or cool new restaurants, here are our picks for the weekend.
Book yourself some me time at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh
With Riyadh Season in full swing, hotels are joining in on the fun too. Get into the spirit and enjoy 15 percent off the regular room rate and restaurants. Plus, 25 percent off of spa treatments. If you want to spoil yourself, book a room in one of its newly revamped suites.
Minimum stay two nights. Until March 31. fourseasons.com/riyadh (112 115 888).
Dig into Indian food at Blue Tok Tok
Indian food done fast food style. Yes, you read that right. They offer you amazing classic Indian dishes like chicken briyani, chicken tikka, and, of course, butter chicken. The food is not as spicy as many Indian restaurants. If you can’t eat a whole curry, then order the chicken naan sandwich wrap.
Open daily 11am-1.45am. Prince Turki bin Abdulaziz Awwal Rd, An Nakheel, twitter.com/bluetoktok (053 375 2519).
Enjoy the Ferrari Show at the Riyadh Car Show
Calling all car fanatics, Riyadh Season has something special in store for you. Hailed by some as one of the biggest car exhibitions in the Middle East, the event also includes a special Ferrari Festival.
From SAR450. November 26-27. Open daily 2pm-11pm. 4379 King Khalid Rd, 7230 Ad Diriyah 13717, tickets.riyadhseason.sa/ riyadh-car–show
Explore your talents at Open Mic night at Syrup lounge
Syrup Lounge is known for its amazing open mic nights. They have pioneered live music in Riyadh, as it was one of the first entertainment venues in the capital. The motto is “for the people by the people.” So, come on down, meet wonderfully talented people, and have a good time.
SAR120 (online) SAR150 (on the door). November 25. Open Thu 9pm-midnight. 9038 Prince Faisal Bin Bandar Bin Abdul Aziz Road, syrup.sa (011 228 8006).
Grab a coffee at the new % Arabica
All the way from Kyoto and after already opening in nearly the entire GCC, % Arabica have a new branch that has finally opened here in Riyadh. As the brand serves some of the best coffee in the Gulf, we are so excited that they can now call Saudi Arabia home.
Open daily 4pm-2am. The Zone, Al Mohammadiyyah, instagram.com/arabica.saudiarabia
Grab a Taylor Swift-inspired latte at Starbucks
Are you a Starbucks lover? While Taylor Swift’s new album is taking over the charts, the coffee shop has got in on the action. Enjoy a latte that is served in red cups, like the name of her new album.
Open daily 6.30am-12.30am. The Boulevard, Hittin 13513, instagram.com/starbucksksa (011 510 2277).
Register for music lessons at Music House KSA
Has learning to play an instrument been on your bucket list? At Music House KSA, you can be trained by leading professionals in the region. Your classes will be tailored to you, as you can choose to take private lessons for the instrument of your choice.
Prices start from SAR2100. Nawaf Square, 2nd Floor Al Malqa, instagram.com/musichouseksa (050 139 4180)
Sing along at Nabd Al Riyadh
All the way from Al Najd, artists come together for a sing-along event. Join in as musicians, both international and local, perform during the event. Witness Saudi culture in motion on the walls of the Masmak Fortress via 3D technology.
To 27 March 2022. Entry free. Open daily 6pm-midnight. Ad Dirah, Al Safa Square, tickets.riyadhseason.sa
Start the day off right at Fatburger
Looking for one of the best American breakfasts in town? Here they make scrumptious pancakes and they also offer a wide variety of waffles and omelettes. Serving up delicious creations like the chicken skillet and the pancake sandwich straight to your plate. This is a great place to get value for each riyal, because not only do they serve great food, they also serve it with huge portion sizes.
Open daily 8am-midnight. Prince Muhammad Ibn Saad Ibn Abdulaziz Rd, Al Olaya, instagram.com/buffalos_fatburger (011 279 2123).
Watch To Olivia at VOX cinemas
Want to find out what the most popular children’s author, Roald Dahl, was like beyond his words? Watch this biopic to get to know the man behind the BFG. The story is about the life and marriage of Roald and world-famous actress Patricia Neal, and how they navigated through exceptional circumstances.
ksa.voxcinemas.com/movies/to-olivia
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