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10 amazing things to do in Riyadh this weekend

From K-pop stars to new Riyadh Season events, here’s how to make the most of the weekend

by Afrah Bari

Hey, Riyadh, had an eventful week? This week saw the start Saudi Design Festival, which is one of biggest festivals of its kind in the Kingdom, while the weekend sees some big K-pop stars in town. Whether you’re looking for new restaurants or cafés or Riyadh Season events, here’s your guide on things to do in Riyadh for the next 48 hours.

Be wowed by Assi El Hallani, Marwan Khoury, and Melhem Zein

We’re already thrilled by Riyadh Season but have just got a little bit more excited as Lebanese artists Assi El Hallani, Marwan Khoury and Melhem Zein will be coming to the capital. The Arabic performers will be performing in Boulevard Riyadh City.
January 13. Abu Baker Salem stage, Boulevard Riyadh City, riyadhseason.sa

Bop to some K-pop at the Stray Kids concert

K-pop fans rejoice. Riyadh Season seems to have endless surprises in store for us and we are buzzing with excitement about the most recent announcement: South Korean boyband, Stray Kids, will be performing in the capital.
Janaury 14. riyadhseason.sa

Celebrate local designers at Saudi Design Festival

Celebrate local artists at Saudi Design Festival, as the festival brings together shopping experiences with cool concept stores and local fashion designers, as well as exhibitions and food trucks.
Open Sun-Wed 5pm-10pm. Thu-Sat 3pm-10pm. JAX Diriyah, saudidesignfestival.com

Enjoy the last days of Autoville Festival

Vroom vroom, Riyadh. Calling all car fanatics, this one’s for you. Autoville Motor Festival is coming to Dirab Motorpark and is celebrating everything to do with cars. The biggest festival of its kind in Saudi Arabia, it aims to provide car enthusiasts of all age groups with a fun-filled motoring experience.
January 8-14. Dirab Motor Park. autoville.me

Eat your way through the Le Petite Chef experience at Kazo Riyadh

This is the definition of dinner with a show. With cutting edge 3D technology, you’ll be taken on a journey through the past, dining with the likes of Marco Polo, and travelling across the globe (well, your belly will be anyway), starting in France with some Nicoise Salad and ending in The Final Promenade with chocolate and passion fruit mousse.
From SAR350. Fridays and Saturdays 2pm and 8pm. King Abdullah Ibn Abdulaziz Road, Le Meridien, instagram.com/kazo_riyadh

Grab a bite to eat at Wister

Looking for a cool new chicken spot to satisfy all your cravings? Wister just opened its doors and is on the fast track to becoming one of Riyadh’s top foodie locations. It serves up delicious chicken bowls, sandwiches, and its sauce is absolutely to die for.
Open daily 1pm-2am. Anas Ibn Malik Rd, Al Malqa, instagram.com/wister_sa

Have a laugh at the new Riyadh Season show

Riyadh Season is presenting you with a new funny show, Sheyab Band. For the next three days, he’ll be entertaining the crowd at Zaman Village. So if you’re looking for some budget-friendly fun, make a beeline for this zone.
January 13-15. SAR 5. tickets.riyadhseason.sa

Munch on tasty treats at Treats and Beans

Craving for something sweet? Take a bite of their delicious crepes, cookies and so much more. The store is lit up with gorgeous pink LED lights, and marble top tables, so it’ll light up your Instagram.
Open daily 9am-midnight. Al Takhassousi, Al Mohammadiyyah, instagram.com/treatsandbeans.riyadh/ (050 870 7001)

Take a breather at Tips and Toes

The spa is designed in a Balinese (land of the calm) style and boasts up to 3,680 square feet of accessible luxury oozing from every corner. The spa has gorgeous bamboo cabinets, LED-lit ceilings, plush beds and sofas, plants hanging from ceilings and just all the comfort vibes you could possibly need, plus an extensive menu ranging from manis to massages.
Open daily 11am-9pm. Amlak Wathiq for Real Estate, Showroom no. 4&5, Blg 222, Al Malqa, tipsandtoes.com (053 342 2291)

Watch Scream in cinemas

The big news in this slasher sequel is that it will be the first not to be directed by horror legend Wes Craven. He died in 2015 and will be replaced by up-and coming horror aficionados. Neve Campbell, Courtney Cox and David Arquette have somehow managed to make it this far unscathed and will all return for more.
In cinemas January 13. ksa.voxcinemas.com/movies/scream

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