If you’re for top events and things to do in Riyadh in April, you’ve definitely come to the right place. With cool new art exhibitions, restaurants, and more, April’s set to be a memorable month. Ready to start making plans? So are we. Here’s everything to look forward to in the month ahead.
Dine at BB Social
Dubai-based BB Social is joining the list of restaurants expanding into Saudi Arabia. The modern Asian restaurant is now open in Riyadh. The fun eatery is all about being social so grab your friends and family and go to down to share some bites and barbecue. Remember to save room to dessert.
Huna, Panorama Mall, Al Takhasussi Road, Al Ma’sthar Al Shamal, instagram.com/bbsaudi.
Explore the new Flying Tiger Copenhagen in Riyadh
Flying Tiger Copenhagen as is a Danish brand that offers all sorts of items like school supplies, toys, games and so much more. Its first store opened in 1988, and since then, the variety retail concept has grown to almost 900 shops worldwide.
Open daily 9.30am-11.30pm. King Fahd Rd, King Fahd District, instagram.com/flyingtigerksa.
See the ‘Travel within Francophonie’ exhibition at LÁrt Pur Gallery
LÁrt Pur Gallery is hosting a double exhibition showcasing comics from Belgium and many countries and regions of Africa. Stay with us: these countries are known for powerful creativity and are important in the production of comics. Learn more about graphic and narrative traditions in a cool atmosphere.
Until Thu Apr 7. Open Sun-Thu 7pm-9pm. Closed Fri-Sat. LÁrt Pur Gallery, 352 Al Takhassusi Street, Al Gharbiyah Riyadh 12333..
Check into Radisson Hotel Riyadh Airport
Looking for a luxurious stay on your doorstep? Radisson Hotel Group has just welcomed a new hotel into the Kingdom with Radisson Hotel Riyadh Airport. Located five kilometres away from King Khalid International Airport, and just 25 minutes away from Riyadh’s city centre, the hotel boasts 471 rooms. The rooms include duplex suites, family connecting rooms and, best of all, three-bedroom villas.
radissonhotels.com.
Get creative at DIY retail giant B&Q
All the way from the UK, B&Q is one of the latest additions to the Riyadh shopping scene. Stocking everything from décor and lighting to houseplants to hardware. This famous orange spot can be your one-stop shop for all things homeware.
Open daily 9am-11.45pm. Eastern Ring Road, Al Faruq, instagram.com/bandqksa.
Avail a limited time offer at Boxx
To keep you on track of your fitness goals, Boxx will be offering a month-long membership at just SAR750. Boxx provides you with a full body workout, pilates, and more.
Open Sun-Thu 2pm-9pm. Sat 10am-6pm. Closed Fri. 280 Al Urubah Branch Rd, Al Olaya, instagram.com/boxx.sa.
Try cookies at Got Cookie’s latest branch
A concept by one of Riyadh’s favorite coffee shops, Trieste, the new branch is located in the Diriyah district of Riyadh. It serves drinks like cortado, flat whites, and the classic Americano. For the cookies, the eatery dishes out chocolate-stuffed chocolate chip cookies that will leave you wanting more. Buy the five-piece box to save yourself some time.
Open daily 9am-2am. Al Diriyah, instagram.com/gotcookie.sa.
Enjoy family day at Al Swailim’s Street
Launched by the Ministry of Culture, AlSwailim’s Street is an event for families and kids. It aims to revive cultural heritage by theatrical performances, workshops, platforms, restaurants and engaging games every Saturday.
Until Sat Apr 9. 4pm-10pm. Alsuwailem Street, mocevents.ticketmx.com.
Go see Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore
The latest movie in the Harry Potter franchise is finally here. Featuring an A-Lister actors like Eddie Redmayne, Mads Mikkelsen and Jude Law, this movie is set to be one for the ages.
Mon Apr 28. ksa.voxcinemas.com.
Visit the Al Faisal Museum for Arab Islamic Art’s Asfar exhibition
Calling all history fans, this one’s for you. Al Faisal Museum for Arab Islamic Art just launched a brand-new exhibition of 36 rare manuscripts in Riyadh. Al Faisal Museum Arab Islamic Art was previously shut down due to renewal work, and it has now re-opened with this exciting, free exhibition. The new exhibition is titled: Asfar: Treasures of the King Faisal Center for Research and Studies. “Asfār” is the plural of “sifr”, a Quranic word meaning tome or large book.
Free. Until Feb 2023. Open Sat-Thu 9am-9pm. No. 38, Al Olaya 12212, kfcris.com/en.
