The last weekend of January is ending on one of the most exciting notes. We’ll be seeing the return of Formula E in Riyadh, and we also have new tasty coffees to sip on and so much more. Here are the best things to do in Riyadh this week.
Book yourself an exciting paintball session at Firstaiment
Let’s be honest, paintball is one of the coolest activities out there, and when it’s happening in a spot as amazing as Boulevard Riyadh City, you know it’s going to be a lot of fun. Grab a couple of friends, and head down to the Sports zone of Boulevard and have a super colourful time.
From SAR45. Daily 5pm-midnight. Boulevard Riyadh City, riyadhseason.sa
Celebrate Yauatcha’s second anniversary
A Chinese dim sum restaurant by nature, Yauatcha is celebrating two years in Riyadh. It has a beautiful interior includes cherry blossom trees and a gorgeous rooftop view of the city. The anniversary 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 tiger macaron and hŭ highball.
Open daily 12pm-11.30pm. Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Rd, Al Olaya, instagram.com/yauatchariyadh/
Eat Greek food at Opa Riyadh
Opa Riyadh has a beautiful plethora of pink flowers decorating the ceiling and walls and beautiful blue curved doorways and windows that really bring the place together. The menu features great dishes from all over Greece.
Open daily 7pm-2am. Riyadh Oasis, instagram.com/opa_riyadh
Go shopping at Es’Pace
Es’Pace is bringing you 100 different homegrown fashion brands that are putting a creative spin on traditional Saudi looks. Mahalatkom, previously an online-only company, is behind the store and aim to provide exclusive luxury. In-store, it carries brands like TorbaStudio, Vega Styles, Angel Dust, and so many other high-end luxury Saudi brands for your wearing pleasure.
tickets.riyadhseason.sa
Grab a coffee at Boss Co. Roastery
We were excited to see that Boss Co. Roastery is the latest venue to hit the coffee scene. If you’re looking for a new hangout, check this place out. It’s all about cool vibes here, thanks to the white walls and clean lines and the huge eye-catching mural of a woman painted in mustard yellow, black, and white.
Open Sat-Thu 7am-midnight. Fri 1pm-midnight. Olaya St, Olaya, instagram.com/boss.co.sa
Head down to the Formula E races
The championships return to the historic desert site at the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Diriyah. The race takes place across a 2.495 km length circuit and features 21 turns. You can also enjoy international artists like The Script and James Blunt performing at night too.
January 28-29. diriyah-eprix.com/en/
Last chance to cbe wowed by 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.
Until January 29. Open Sun-Wed 5pm-10pm. Thu-Sat 3pm-10pm. JAX Diriyah, saudidesignfestival.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 top watched shows of all time. Dress in the iconic green tracksuits and enjoy. This experience gets the green light from us.
SAR230. Until March 31. 1pm-1am. 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 this karaoke night 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.
From SAR120. 9pm-1am. January 27. Prince Faisal Bin Bandar Bin Abdul Aziz Road, An Narjis, syrup.sa
Slurp up some ramen at Wabi Sabi
Who says vegan has to be dull? Wabi Sabi is fast becoming one of the capital’s most popular veggie hotspots, and it’s easy to see why. Down with millennials, it has plenty of personality. Savour the winter and enjoy the savoury, healthy, and deliciously vegan bowls of ramen to warm you right up.
Open daily 9am-11.30pm. King Muhammad V, As Sulimaniyah, instagram.com/wabisabiksa
Try fast-food style 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).
Watch Harry Potter in the cinema
Catch the re-release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone in the cinemas, as it celebrates the 20th anniversary of the film. The anniversary is throwing us back into childhood and we’re absolutely here for it.
January 20. ksa.voxcinemas.com
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