The wait is officially over: Riyadh Season Has Officially Begun!
If you’re in town or planning a visit, you can literally feel the energy shift across Riyadh. This isn’t just an event; it’s a massive, months-long transformation that turns the Saudi capital into one of the world’s biggest entertainment hubs. Forget everything you thought you knew about city festivals—Riyadh Season is on a whole other level, bringing in global stars, unbelievable attractions, and world-class sports.
Kicking off with a spectacular opening parade on October 10, 2025, and running through to March 2026, the sixth edition is bigger, bolder, and more packed with unique experiences than ever before. You genuinely need a game plan to tackle the over a dozen massive entertainment zones!
Must-See Zones You Can’t Miss This Year
The whole city is essentially one giant playground, but here are the key spots everyone is talking about:
📍 Boulevard World – Food, Art, and Endless Entertainment: This zone is back and has expanded! It’s your ticket to literally travel the globe in a single day. Wander through culturally themed zones inspired by different countries (think Africa, Türkiye, and new additions like South Korea and Kuwait), enjoy the markets, incredible architecture, and seriously good international cuisine. It’s perfect for a full-day family adventure!
📍 Beast Land – Dive into a World of Immersive Challenges Inspired by Mr. Beast: Yes, you read that right. The legendary YouTube creator, MrBeast, has inspired a massive zone dedicated to high-energy competitions and interactive challenges. Get ready to test your limits, earn points through games, and maybe even take on the iconic Beast Arena for some epic prizes. This is a first-of-its-kind experience right here in Riyadh!
📍 Live Shows & Sports – Non-stop Action Across Multiple Venues: Sports fans, buckle up. From the state-of-the-art Kingdom Arena to other specialized venues, the season is hosting some of the biggest global championships. We’re talking elite-level boxing (like the highly anticipated Ring IV and Ring V events), major tennis tournaments with names like Djokovic and Nadal (The Six Kings Slam), and even WWE events like the Royal Rumble in early 2026. The theatrical shows and concerts are sensational, too—keep an eye out for surprise celebrity appearances!
📍 Boulevard City – The vibrant heart of the season, complete with dancing fountains, stunning gardens, luxury shopping, and immersive entertainment. This year, it’s hosting a huge range of concerts and theater productions.
📍 Boulevard Flowers – A brand new, enormous zone featuring millions of stunning floral displays and sculptures—a beautiful new spot for a perfect evening stroll or a great photo op.
Need Tickets? Start Planning Now!
A festival this massive means you need to get your tickets early for the big events. While some zone entrances might be free, most of the major concerts, sports matches, and unique attractions require a ticket.
Have you dived into Riyadh Season yet? Which zone are you hitting first? Let us know in the comments below! This is truly the best time of year in Riyadh—don’t miss out on the action!