There’s new a dull moment in the Saudi capital, with each new month bringing new activities to enjoy. And as the cool weather rolls in, things to do in Riyadh in November are looking extra exciting. November has double the Saudi Seasons with Riyadh Season and Diriyah Season, relaxing outdoor terraces, cosy restaurants and festive events. It’s time to continue the fun. Here are all the fantastic things to do in Riyadh in November.
Tuesday November 1
Head to the new Boulevard World zone
Riyadh City’s Boulevard World is one of the new zones introduced at this year’s festival. The zone is meant to take you on a journey across the world without the jet lag. In fact, many of the pit-stop destinations are within walking distance. The zone will also host the world’s largest artificial lake with 11 ports from which you’ll be able to visit France, China, Mexico and more on the Continent Tour. The new space will also offer a combat village, AREA 15, Blvd Pier and more for fresh things to do in Riyadh in November. All aboard.
Click here for more on the 15 zones.
Boulevard World. instagram.com/riyadhseason, riyadhseason.sa.
Thursday November 3
Take time for tea (and coffee) at NOOA
Caffeine is always welcome in this city, and we’ve got a new coffee spot to try. NOOA, short for Naturally Out of Africa opened its doors in the new foodies destination Laysen Valley. The space offers fresh brews of coffee and tea with beans from Indonesia, Ethiopia and Brazil. Feeling peckish? Pair your latte with pancake stacks, salads, croissants, eggs Benny and more.
Click here for more on the space.
Open daily, 8.30am-midnight. Laysen Valley, instagram.com/nooasaudi.
Friday November 4
Enjoy breathtaking views at Riyadh Sky
Ready to soar to the skies for things to do in Riyadh in November? Take in the views of the city while tucking into international cuisines such as Japanese eats at Clap or Greek treats at Hellenika at Riyadh Season’s Riyadh Sky.
Click here for more on Riyadh Season opening ceremony.
Riyadh Sky. instagram.com/riyadhseason, riyadhseason.sa.
Saturday November 5
Browse art at Lift Art Gallery
It’s time for some arts and culture. And what’s better than a local art gallery with innovative artwork? Lift Art Gallery is one of the spots in the city promoting local talent, be it through the pieces themselves or interactive workshops and exhibitions, the space is doing its people proud.
Click here for more on the art space.
Open Mon-Sat midnight-1pm; 4pm-midnight. Sun 4pm-midnight. Al Mathar Ash Shamali, 12332, instagram.com/lift.ksa.
Sunday November 6
Have New York bagels at Sadelle’s
From SoHo to the Saudi capital, Sadelle’s is bringing favourites of the Big Apple to Riyadh with bagels, brunch and all-day breakfast. No matter the time of day, slather on some cream cheese with the toppings of your choice and you’ve got yourself a feast at the new resto is the Mansard Riyadh, A Radisson Collection Hotel.
Click here for more on Sadelle’s Riyadh.
Reservations only. Open daily, 11am-2.30pm (lunch), 7pm-midhnight (dinner). Ar Rabi, sadelles.com.
Tuesday November 8
Get frosty at Winter Wonderland
Brrr, can you feel that breeze? The Winter Wonderland theme park of the year has stormed into town and we’re ready to have our stomachs in a knot of the more than 80 rides. Enjoy new rides, arcade halls, retail stores and restaurants. It will also have the well-known ice rink to have you gliding away. Winter is creeping in so it really only seems right to make Winter Wonderland part of your things to do in Riyadh in November.
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From SAR55. Sat Oct 20 to Thu December 22. Winter Wonderland venue. instagram.com/riyadhseason, riyadhseason.sa. ticketmx.riyadhseason.sa.
Thursday November 10
Sip coffee and shop at LOFT concept store
Hypebeast mode on: If you’re looking to shop limited-edition sneakers, bags and trendy merch from international brands, there’s a new concept store in town. Loft is a trendy shop from Qatar that recently opened in the Saudi capital. Shop street style fave brands including Supreme and Louis Vuitton then refuel with a speciality coffee from the café. You also try the signature Iced Hypebeast and Ice Kaws Dessert.
Click here for more on Loft Riyadh.
Open daily, 3pm-midnight. Hittin, instagram.com/loftriyadh.
Sunday November 13
Cool down with Nakhati’s gelato
Gelato is always a top contender to chill out with, and this new eatery in An Nakheel is scooping it up big time. Nakhati is a brand focused on female empowerment and entrepreneurship. Try the hot gelato sandwich or stack up your cone or cup with more than 20 available flavours. We’re trying all the varieties, how about you?
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Open daily, 3pm-midnight. Imam Saud bin Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Rd, An Nakheel, Unit 6, instagram.com/nakhati.ksa.
Monday November 14
Chow down on Lebanese food at Barbar
There’s no better way to get to know a region than by authentic flavours. Beirut-based Barbar promises to add some fresh flavours to your nights out. The space is known for its manakish and massive shawarmas. Signature items include the Lebanese burger, the Francisco shawarma and the Philadelphia sandwich. Trust us when we say there’s more where those came from. There is a massive menu to work your way through. Where are you gonna start?
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Open daily, 8am-1am. Tahlia Street, instagram.com/barbar.ksa.
Wednesday November 16
Get to gaming at G-aim
The amount of gaming cafés popping up in the city make it evident that Riyadh is big on gearheads. When it comes to gaming the only way to do it right is indoors with your headphones on loud. G-aim is one of the popular spots for gamers in the capital offering coffee, competitive company and so many games. Play for an hour or 10. You might even like the separate broadcasting room for a little more privacy (we know you’ll be shouting at the monitor). Game on.
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From SAR20. Open Sun-Wed 10am-midnight. Fri-Sat 4pm-midnight. Al Nada, instagram.com/gaim_center.
Sunday November 20
Tuck into steak at the new Entrecôte Café de Paris
Carnivores, we know how much you enjoy your meat, so we had to add a hearty selection Whether you’re into rare, medium or well done, Entrecôte Café de Paris is a popular place for steaks, especially if you like to do the cooking tableside. Now, there’s more locations to enjoy the experience with a new branch of the popular steakhouse in Lumiere Centre. Enjoy striploin filet, tenderloin fillet and striploin wagyu steak with the special Geneva-based homemade butter sauce with a side of crunchy fries and a green salad.
Click here for more branches of Entrecôte Café de Paris.
entrecote-cdp.com.
Monday November 21
Check out Merwas at Boulevard Riyadh City
It’s time to create. Merwas is a new spot at Riyadh Season that promises to give all you innovators a “creative ecosystem” with 22 studios for visual and audio equipment. Let your imagination run free at a newly introduced things to do in Riyadh in November.
Click here for top Riyadh Season events.
Boulevard Riyadh City. instagram.com/merwas.sa. riyadhseason.sa.
Tuesday November 22
Tune in to the FIFA World Cup 2022 at Fan Festival
Footie fans, the time is finally upon us. Undoubtedly one of the top things to do in Riyadh in November, the FIFA World Cup 2022 starts Sunday November 20. You can watch the games with yellow fans at Fan Festival. The Riyadh Season zone will show matches on the big screen. Go Saudi.
Click here for how to get from Riyadh to Qatar.
Sun Nov 20 to Sun Dec 18, fifa.com.
Thursday November 24
Take the little ones to Riyadh Zoo
While we’re bust filling up out things to do in Riyadh in November schedules, we might want to keep the little ones in mind and head over to the Riyadh Zoo zone at Riyadh Season 2022. Be on the lookout for 1,300 animals from 190 species in six subzones including Enchanted Forest, Pink Lake, The Swamp, Wild Adventures, Al Malaz Bay and Ape Escape. Binocular’s in hand.
Click here for three free Riyadh Season zones.
Mosab Ibn Umair St, Riyadh Zoo, riyadhseason.sa.
Monday November 28
Go behind the music at XP Music Futures
Riyadh is big on cool beats, live music festivals and big names in the music industry discussing regional and local talent. That’s exactly what XP Music Futures is all about. A vital pick for things to do in Riyadh in November, the MDLBEAST event will see some top icons in the music industry including Mathew Knowles, Amy Thomson, Lil Eazy, Hardwell and more.
Click here for everything to know about the event.
Mon Nov 28-Wed Nov 30 (XP Music Futures). Thu Dec 1-Sat Dec 3 (Soundstorm). Jax Diriyah, mdlbeast.com.
Wednesday November 30
Try Mona Mosly’s VOX menu
Heading to the cinema? You might want to hold the popcorn and go to VOX Cinema where you can try celebrity Saudi chef Mona Mosly’s new menu while watching a new flick. Available at Kingdom Tower and The Esplanade cinemas, the menu has over 20 new dishes to choose from including Lotus salmon, and mushroom burgers.
Click here for more on the new menu.
From Thu Sep 22. Kingdom Tower and The Esplanade, ksa.voxcinemas.com.
Check out all there is to know about the upcoming MDLBEAST Soundstorm 2022 event here.
