For those who are not sure what to do in Riyadh this week, the capital’s dining offers, events, community options and cultural scene always have something going on.
Doing something memorable through the week doesn’t have to mean having an activity listed down every day. Often, it can simply mean exploring a new dining spot, heading to a place to unwind or opting for a different activity to switch up the usual routine. Having even a couple of events on the lineup is enough to turn an ordinary week into something enjoyable.
This guide rounds up a few things worth adding to the calendar this week, so you can spend less time figuring out where to go and more time actually enjoying Riyadh.
What To Do in Riyadh This Week: 25-30 August
Open Mic at The Warehouse
The Warehouse is hosting an open mic for young talents. Attendees can perform live, get voted on by the audience, and be part of a night for new artists and performers. The platform is open to various types of artists, including singers, instrumentalists, or anyone else with talents to showcase on stage.
Attendees can also bring their friends and family along for support. Sign up now through the QR Code on the community’s Instagram post to perform. The open mic is scheduled for Wednesday, 26 august from 9 pm till midnight. Tickets are available on webook.com for SAR 69.
Photo Collage Workshop
The Photo Collage on Canvas workshop by the mixed media creative platform, Cultural Weave, is one of the top workshops in Riyadh by the artist. For SAR 207, participants can learn how to combine multiple images into a single work of art.
The final product is an expression of a story, idea or photography as you like it. Participants can take their canvas home as a keepsake. The workshop and many other similar ones can be booked anytime through the week on the platform’s website.
Curious Summers at the Biosphere
Until Monday, 31 August, Riyadh Oases is offering visitors a Biosphere Entry Ticket to explore the Maker’s Dome. The Maker’s Dome is open inside the Biosphere every Sunday to Wednesday, from 4 pm through midnight. The limited-time summer entry price for adults is SAR 25.
The ticket includes access to the Maker’s Dome space. Individual creative stations must be booked and paid for separately on site. Prices vary based on the station. Creative stations rotate throughout the week, and available activities vary by day. These range from blending and tasting to collaging and crafting.
The Biosphere itself offers a peaceful escape, with a tropical environment and rare butterfly species, allowing guests a nature getaway without having to brave the Saudi heat.
Meetup With Writers in Riyadh
Writers in Riyadh is a safe space for creatives and storytellers in the capital, meeting weekly to connect over common hobbies. On Friday, 28 August, the club will host a meetup with Winston Cowie for the launch of a new memoir.
The session is scheduled from 7.30 pm till 10.30 pm at Huna Takhasussi in Panorama Mall. Register for the event on luma.com. Attendees can also pre-order the book and collect a signed copy at the event.
Date Festival in Riyadh
Those with a sweet tooth have a new reason to make a trip to the Rawabi area in Riyadh. A free date festival is bringing together a tempting selection of dates.
Visitors can discover different varieties, sample some of the flavours and pick up their favourites to take home. It’s a fun chance to explore one of Saudi Arabia’s most loved treats, with free entry. The festival is on up until Monday, 28 September.
These are some easy ways to make the most of Riyadh this week. Whether you’re trying somewhere new, meeting friends for dinner or simply exploring a different side of the city, there’s no shortage of things to do. So, pick a plan, make a booking and enjoy the week.
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