Riyadh Season is finally upon us. Citizens, tourists, and expats now have over 100 events to choose from over the next few months as the seasonal festival brings all unimaginable things to the table.
However, with so much entertainment going on, it gets difficult to narrow things down. You might not be able to see and do everything (no matter how much you want to), so prioritizing is the next best thing.
Here are 10 of the most exciting events, festivals, and activities to enjoy during Riyadh Season:
1. Winter Wonderland
Riyadh's Winter Wonderland is now open to all attendees for the next few months. The 200,000 square foot festival will be hosting a range of activities and events for people of all ages. Best of all, it includes the largest ice skating rink in the Middle East.
Operating Day(s): Sundays and Thursdays
Time: 4 p.m. - 12 a.m. and 4 p.m. - 2 a.m., respectively
Tickets: Bought at the gate for 40 Saudi riyals ($10)
2. Wonders of the World
Legos, Legos and more Legos. The Wonders of the World event will be displaying some of the "biggest and most intricate" Legos designs and creations this country has seen. Anyone can join in on the fun and use their imagination to create masterpieces of their own. Also available is a take-home DIY Lego kit to ensure the fun never stops.
Operating Day(s): Daily (Oct. 20 - Jan. 15)
Time: 4 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Tickets: Bought at any Virgin Megastore branch or at the entrance for 45 Saudi riyals ($12)
3. The Horror Festival
All your dreams of being in a horror movie can finally come true at the Horror Festival. This carnival is one of the prominent events occurring at the Winter Wonderland fest. With scary games, a scary maze and a haunted house to back it up, "you'll jump out of your skin!" with no doubt.
Operating Day(s): Daily (Oct. 24 - 31)
Time: 4 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Tickets: Bought online for 70 Saudi riyals ($18)
4. The Illusionists
The Illusionists are a traveling group of magicians, illusionists, mind readers and more. Seven of them are going to be appearing in shows at the Riyadh Winter Wonderland in an attempt to "blow people's minds."
Operating Day(s): Daily (Oct. 23 - Nov. 17)
Time: 6 p.m. - 12 a.m.
Tickets: Prices range from 100 Saudi riyals ($26) to 450 Saudi riyals ($119)
5. The Color Run
The Color Run, which is set to take place at the Riyadh Boulevard Zone, is a one day, one chance event to run a 5-kilometer marathon in colors. Once the race is over, people will be treated with a Finish Festival, which will include music, dancing, and even more color throws.
It is expected to be "the best post-5K party on the planet!"
Operating Day(s): Oct. 26
Time: 7 a.m. - 12 pm.
Tickets: Between 50 Saudi riyals ($13) to 100 Saudi riyals ($26)
6. WWE
Get the chance to experience your childhood dream by watching WWE wrestlers sweat if off in Saudi Arabia. The event will feature "many wrestling legends that will set the ring on fire!"
The event will take place at the King Fahd International Stadium later this month.
Operating Day(s): Oct. 31
Time: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Tickets: Bought from any Virgin Megastore branch. Prices range from 25 Saudi riyals ($6) to 2,000 Saudi riyals ($533).
7. Stan Lee's Super Con
The Riyadh Front will be hosting a two day Stan Lee Super Con, giving people the chance to dress up as their favorite cinematic character.
Operating Day(s): Nov. 14 - 16
Time: 2 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Tickets: Between 150 Saudi riyals ($39) and 900 Saudi riyals ($239)
8. Anime Expo
From Japan to Riyadh, the Saudi Anime Expo is flying in anime characters including One Piece, Death Note and Detective Conan to name a few. Alongside the Stan Lee Super Con, Riyadh Front will be hosting the Anime Expo for two days next month.
Operating Day(s): Nov. 14 - 16
Time: 3 p.m. - 12 a.m.
9. Insomnia
Why sleep when you can spend your time at Insomnia gaming and watching your favorite classic, digital and even mobile games launch? The event will take place over the course of three days next month at the Riyadh Front.
Operating Day(s): Nov. 27 - 30
Time: 12 p.m. - 2 a.m.
Tickets: Ranging from 100 Saudi riyals ($26) to 900 Saudi riyals ($233)
10. Cirque Du Soliel BAZZAR
Cirque Du Soliel BAZZAR is "an eclectic lab of infinite creativity where a joyful troupe of acrobats, dancers and musicians craft an awe-inspiring spectacle." A troupe of performers who have toured the world are making their way back to Saudi Arabia to flaunt their art. Cirque Du Soliel will be in town for four weeks at Expo Land starting next month.
Operating Day(s): Nov. 1 - Dec. 7
Time: Shows at 4:20 p.m./ 6:15 p.m./ 8:30 p.m./ 10:25 p.m.
Tickets: Ranging from 75 Saudi riyals ($20) to 500 Saudi riyals ($133)