Upcoming, ongoing, and completed events in Riyadh as published on EventLive, each with a clear source and time.
Ongoing official programme of the Mini calendar stry of Culture. Classification: Culture and art. Skill Development Initiative within culture and arts in Riyadh. Effectiveness begins 14/07/1221, 3:00 p.m. and ends 31/12/2030, 3:00 p.m. by available data. The page shall be presented at the time, location and source of effectiveness, calendar linkages and trends as they are available. Source: Ministry of Culture Commission Calendars.
Ongoing official programme of the Mini calendar stry of Culture. Classification: Culture and art. SITAR within culture and arts in Riyadh. Effectiveness begins 21/09/22, 3:00 p.m. and ends 31/12/2030, 3:00 p.m. by available data. The page shall be presented at the time, location and source of effectiveness, calendar linkages and trends as they are available. Source: Ministry of Culture Commission Calendars.
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At Boulevard City, step into the eerie world of Poppy Playtime, where an abandoned toy factory hides sinister secrets. This immersive hide-and-seek horror challenge keeps you on edge as every shadow and corner could be a safe haven—or a trap. Combining suspense, mystery, and thrilling interactive gameplay, Poppy Playtime delivers one of most unforgettable and spine-tingling adventures. Book Now
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Boulevard City is one of Riyadh Season’s most iconic entertainment hubs, offering a vibrant mix of attractions, from the dazzling dancing fountain to upscale dining, shopping, theaters, and immersive experiences for all ages. Visitors can explore OLULOU, where a towering dinosaur skeleton offers the perfect photo op, and let kids dive into four imaginative zones at PLAY-TOPIA. For thrill-seekers, Poppy Playtime delivers suspense inside an abandoned toy factory, A Lot Like Life challenges your bravery in a zombie outbreak, and The Conjuring opens October 15 with spine-chilling scenes from the haunted universe of Annabelle. Families can brave the haunted farm at Zeela House, while pop culture lovers enjoy FUNKO (from Nov 15), with giant figures and collectibles, and gamers embark on a real-world adventure inside MINECRAFT (also from Nov 15). Launching December 18, Flying Over Saudi offers a groundbreaking 5D flight experience that takes you on a 7-minute immersive ride above Saudi Arabia’s most iconic landmarks.
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“Flying Over Saudi” at Boulevard City, Riyadh offers a one-of-a-kind tourism and entertainment experience—the first of its kind in the Kingdom—inviting visitors into a fully immersive theater that engages all five senses through stunning visuals, surround sound, realistic motion, touch, and scent. Enjoy a 7-minute aerial tour that feels like flying, taking you across Saudi Arabia’s most breathtaking natural landscapes and iconic landmarks in an unforgettable, awe-inspiring journey through the Kingdom’s highlights. Book Tickets
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Official listing for Arabic Language Exhibition 28 in Riyadh. View verified timing, venue, directions, attendance details, and source information on EventLive.
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Official listing for Arabic Language Exhibition for kids in Riyadh. View verified timing, venue, directions, attendance details, and source information on EventLive.
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Official listing for Misk Local Traineeship Program in Riyadh. View verified timing, venue, directions, attendance details, and source information on EventLive.
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Osama's Box Night is an interactive comedy experience where the audience anonymously shares their ideas, which Osama Bazeed then turns into improvised jokes and entertaining moments.
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Kayf Al Mazraah is a destination combining the tranquility of nature with a modern atmosphere in the heart of Riyadh, offering a distinctive relaxation experience amid palm trees. Kayf Al Mazraah is part of Tourism and Experiences in Riyadh. The event starts on 24/05/2026, 12:00 AM and ends on 26/10/2026, 11:59 PM, according to available data. The page displays the event's time, location, source, and calendar and directions links when available. Source: Visit Saudi Summer Calendar PDF.
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Summer Nights at Storm Al Ammariyah Club bring friends and family together for an evening full of adventure, entertainment, music, and hospitality under the stars.
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Enjoy an exciting entertainment experience at Eishha Nights, one of Riyadh's leading entertainment destinations held at Boulevard City. The event brings together live concerts, stand-up comedy, DJ performances, and interactive shows in a dynamic program designed to suit a wide range of interests. Featuring renowned performers and special guests, Eishha Nights offers live entertainment throughout the event, making it the perfect destination for an evening out with friends or an unforgettable night in one of Riyadh's most popular venues.
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This bootcamp aims to teach programming methods and how to think like a programmer when approaching problem-solving throughout the development of various projects, from the idea to project organization and its development stages, as well as understanding how the internet works and building websites using the Django framework, so that the trainee becomes cap... Official source: Tuwaiq Academy.
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An intensive bootcamp designed to prepare graduates for the tech job market through three professional tracks: application testing and release, DevOps, and backend service development using .NET Core. The bootcamp combines theoretical foundations with hands-on practice on the latest technologies such as D... Official source: Tuwaiq Academy.
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The camp aims to equip participants with the fundamentals of infrastructure and operating systems through hands-on activities covering networking, Windows and Linux systems, virtualization, cloud computing, and basic security. The camp focuses on practical applications and managing technical environments using... Official source: Tuwaiq Academy.
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This bootcamp represents an advanced experience aimed at building a solid knowledge base for participants in the fields of advanced electronics, the Internet of Things, and technical innovation, with a focus on the integrated combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice. It also enables participants to develop... Official source: Tuwaiq Academy.
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The bootcamp aims to equip trainees with comprehensive skills, starting from learning the basics of the Java language up to building professional, advanced web applications using the Spring Boot Framework. The bootcamp relies on hands-on learning through real-world simulation projects, with a focus on int... Official source: Tuwaiq Academy.
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The camp aims to provide trainees with a balanced practical foundation in mechatronics by integrating electronics, controller programming, and 3D design. Official source: Tuwaiq Academy.
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A training bootcamp aimed at graduating professional developers skilled in using the Unreal Engine. The program also focuses on a systematic progression from fundamentals to advanced systems, with a strong emphasis on project-based learning, production workflow, and team collaboration; it rel... Official source: Tuwaiq Academy.
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Saudi Arabia's capital pairs Old Riyadh's Masmak Fort and National Museum with modern hubs like Boulevard City, VIA Riyadh, and the New Murabba downtown project, framed by nature from Wadi Hanifah's green corridor to the cliffs of the Edge of the World.
The valley that historically carried water through both Riyadh and Diriyah; long stretches have been rehabilitated into walking paths and green space, with the Irqah section especially popular at sunset.
The limestone cliffs of Jabal Fihrayn, part of the 800km Tuwaiq Escarpment, rising to about 1,006m roughly 100km northwest of Riyadh — typically a 4x4 trip with a local guide rather than a casual outing.
A nature reserve northeast of Riyadh, near King Khalid International Airport, formerly known as Thumamah Park before being folded into the reserves managed by the Imam Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Royal Reserve Development Authority — sandy terrain and desert scrub suited to short day trips.
Photo: Baptiste Marcel · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons
A 1895 mud-brick fort in the old Dirah quarter, site of the 1902 battle that launched the founding of Saudi Arabia; it now houses a small museum on the unification story.
Saudi Arabia's national museum, holding roughly 4,400 artifacts spanning the peninsula's history from prehistory to the founding era — a useful first stop before visiting the city's other heritage sites.
Saudi Arabia's first planned residential district, built in the 1950s as a model government-employee neighborhood; it retains its quiet, tree-lined character next to King Abdullah Park and the zoo today.
A traditional market near Masmak in the old Dirah quarter, historically specializing in rugs and antiques — a good walking-distance starting point for exploring Old Riyadh.
Photo: B.alotaby · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
A 2002 office and retail tower in Al-Olaya district, known for its 300m sky bridge offering paid panoramic views of Riyadh, alongside Kingdom Mall and a hotel.
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One of Riyadh's earliest modern skyscrapers, combining an office tower, hotel, and mall topped by a distinctive glass sphere used as a restaurant and viewpoint, on King Fahd Road near Kingdom Centre.
The capital's municipal zoo in Al-Malaz, one of the city's oldest family destinations, home to a mix of native and imported species — suited to a short daytime family visit.
Photo: Slayym · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons
A large entertainment district in Hittin, north Riyadh, opened in 2021 with cinemas, bowling, golf, and international dining across more than 900,000 sqm — busiest during the annual Riyadh Season.
An upscale retail and dining destination near the Ritz-Carlton, officially inaugurated in 2023 with premium cinemas, restaurants, cafés, and international boutiques — geared more to an elegant evening out than a casual family outing.
An established public park in Al-Malaz, useful as a stop when combining visits to the nearby National Museum and zoo — distinct from the larger King Abdullah International Gardens and King Abdulaziz Park still under construction as part of Green Riyadh.
Photo: Salman Al-Mazini · CC0 · Wikimedia Commons
A giant downtown megaproject announced in 2023 in northwest Riyadh, centered on the 400m cube-shaped "Mukaab" skyscraper plus a museum, tech university, and 80+ culture and entertainment venues — still under construction and not yet open to visitors as of this writing.
An artificial dam lake south of Riyadh, part of the Wadi Hanifah rehabilitation program, with a roughly 2km promenade — popular for camping and hiking the surrounding cliffs rather than swimming.
A popular market in Riyadh's King Fahd district on King Fahd Road, mixing clothing, abaya, perfume, and gold shops with food stalls serving local and international dishes at prices closer to its old-market character than to modern malls.
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