Here’s how to make the most of the month ahead.
It’s the start of a new month, so it’s time to fill your cultural calendar. In November, the capital’s is packed with live music, comedy, sporting spectacles and new dining experiences, alongside the return of Riyadh Season. Elsewhere, visitors can race through an augmented-reality world, experience the thrills of Six Flags Qiddiya City or settle in for dinner at some of the city’s most exciting restaurants. Whether you are after culture, cuisine or a little adventure, these are the best things to do in Riyadh this November.
Sunday 1 November
Travel the globe at Boulevard World
No passport is required for a trip around Boulevard World. The Riyadh Season destination pairs country-themed zones with rides, performances and food from across the globe. Portugal, Uzbekistan, Yemen and the Netherlands join the line-up, giving visitors fresh corners to explore alongside returning favourites. Between stops, tackle the water-based thrills of Amazonia Awakens, head for the rides at BLVD Pier or meet the animals at BLVD Forest. Lagoon cruises offer a gentler change of pace, making this an outing that can move between adventure and leisurely sightseeing.
Where: Boulevard World, Hittin, Riyadh
Contact: https://riyadhseason.com
Monday 2 November
Explore Saudi History at Al Masmak Palace Museum
Thick mudbrick walls, watchtowers and a central courtyard make Al Masmak Palace Museum a striking introduction to Riyadh’s history. Located in Ad-Dirah, the fortress showcases traditional Najdi architecture and houses galleries tracing the Kingdom’s unification through photographs, weapons and archival material. Audiovisual displays add context to the exhibits, helping visitors connect the building with the events that shaped modern Saudi Arabia. Opened as a museum in 1995, it rewards a slower visit, with time to study both the collections and the structure that surrounds them.
Where: Al Masmak Palace Museum, 6937 Al Thumairi Street, Riyadh, 12634
When: Open daily from 8am to 9pm
Contact: https://heritage.moc.gov.sa
Tuesday 3 November
Share Lebanese favourites at LIZA
Long lunches and lively dinners find a fitting home at LIZA, where Lebanese hospitality takes centre stage at Bujairi Terrace. With sister restaurants in Beirut and Paris, the Diriyah address combines a light-filled dining room with a menu designed for sharing. Start with a selection of mezze before moving on to charcoal-grilled meats and comforting dishes lifted by fresh herbs and citrus. The restaurant’s motto, “Beyrouth je t’aime”, sets the tone for an experience rooted in affection for Lebanon, its food and the pleasure of gathering around a table.
Where: LIZA Riyadh, Bujairi Terrace, Wadi Hanifah, Diriyah
When: Open daily from 12pm to 1am
Contact: www.lizariyadh.com
Wednesday 4 November
Catch Fontana Circus at Al Nakheel Mall
Running away to the circus has never been easier. Cirque du Liban’s Fontana Circus continues its Riyadh residency near Al Nakheel Mall, combining spectacular water features with traditional circus thrills. Billed as the Middle East’s first travelling water circus, the production centres around a choreographed musical fountain, accompanied by aerial acrobatics, trapeze routines, motorcycle stunts, illusions, drumming and operatic performances. Dramatic lighting and synchronised water displays add another visual dimension to the production, while an international cast keeps the action moving at a rapid pace. Suitable for families and audiences of all ages, Fontana Circus continues in Riyadh until 17 October 2026. Tickets start from SAR 110.
Where: Fontana, Al Nakheel Mall, Al Mughrizat, Riyadh
When: Daily until 17 October 2026
Contact: https://riyadh.platinumlist.net
Thursday 5 November
Discover global traditions at Suwaidi Park
Music, food and folk dance set the pace at Suwaidi Park during Riyadh Season. The cultural programme celebrates Bangladesh, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, the Philippines, Sudan and Yemen, introducing visitors to traditions through live performances, regional dishes and national dress. Daily World Carnival parades add movement and colour, while a dedicated children’s area gives younger visitors somewhere to explore. The Miss Rachel World stage show also joins the programme. Take your time between performances and food stops for an evening that encourages discovery across generations and cultures.
Where: Suwaidi Park, Al Hadeeqa, As Suwaidi, Riyadh
Contact: https://riyadhseason.com
Friday 6 November
Catch Nemr live in Riyadh
Sharp observations and cultural comedy are on the agenda when Nemr takes the stage in Riyadh. The Lebanese-American comedian has built an international audience through relatable storytelling and a knack for finding humour in the habits and contradictions of everyday life. His appearance at Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention Center offers a chance to see that approach unfold in person. Gather a few friends and make a night of it. SAR 195 per person.
Where: Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention Center, Imam Saud Ibn Abdul Aziz Road, Riyadh
When: Friday 6 November at 8.30pm.
Contact: http://platinumlist.net
Saturday 7 November
Make a splash at AquArabia
Now open in Qiddiya City, Aquarabia is billed as the Middle East’s largest water theme park with 22 rides and attractions spread across 250,000 square metres. It is also home to a serious line-up of record breakers, including Junoon Drop, the world’s tallest and longest water coaster, Slithereel, the world’s longest water slide wheel, Speedy Jamezales, the world’s tallest Aqualoop, and Jamal Joom, the world’s longest mat blaster. The park also adds a first for the Kingdom with Surftopia, Saudi Arabia’s first surf pool.
Where: AquArabia, Qiddiya City, Riyadh Province
When: Daily from 12pm to 8pm.
Contact: https://aquarabiaqiddiyacity.com
Sunday 8 November
Partner Listing: Taste local ingredients at Table;to
Saudi flavours meet Asian cooking techniques at Table;to, Chef Ali Abdulmajeed’s restaurant on Al Takhassousi. The Riyadh restaurant pairs Hasawi loomi, Shaqra chilli and date molasses with miso, soy and yuzu. Cooking moves between the Josper, robata and clay pot, with a menu designed for sharing. Begin with the crispy Hasawi rice and Josper bone marrow before moving on to the machboos sea bass. Finish with sticky date pudding, a fitting finale to a meal rooted in local flavours. Gather a group to explore the menu, and book ahead if you’re visiting over the weekend.
Where: Table;to, Al Takhassousi, An Nakheel, Riyadh
When: Daily from 12pm to midnight
Contact: @tabl.to
Monday 9 November
Groove and dine at The Vinyl Ember
Dinner comes with a soundtrack at The Vinyl Ember, the atmospheric restaurant inside Kimpton KAFD Riyadh. Combining open-fire cooking with a passion for vinyl, the concept pairs elevated American grill classics with carefully curated music for an experience that appeals to more than just the taste buds. Take a seat at the chef’s counter for a closer look at the action, where steaks hit the grill and skillet-seared dishes are prepared over flame. Creative mocktails and a soundtrack selected to match the restaurant’s mood complement the food. For a Monday night that feels anything but routine, The Vinyl Ember hits the right note.
Where: The Vinyl Ember, Kimpton KAFD Riyadh, Riyadh
When: Daily from 5.30pm to 1am
Contact: www.thevinylember.com
Tuesday 10 November
Find your next adventure at Boulevard City
An evening at Boulevard City can take several different turns, which is part of its appeal. Start with Flying Over Saudi Arabia, a 5D flight experience, before exploring the sensory attractions at Mixsense or challenging friends to a race at Doos Karting. Wrestling fans can head straight for the WWE Experience, while theatres and dancing fountains provide further entertainment between activities. With plenty of restaurants to choose from, it’s easy to build dinner into the visit. Pick a few priorities, then leave room for whatever catches your attention.
Where: Boulevard City, Hittin, Riyadh
Contact: www.riyadhseason.com
Wednesday 11 November
Settle in for brunch at Apple Butter
Breakfast needn’t be an early-morning affair at Apple Butter, the London-born café and restaurant in KAFD. Its all-day menu makes room for truffle scrambled eggs alongside more substantial plates, including prawn marinara pasta, butter chicken and a Wagyu beef burger. That range makes it a useful address for a leisurely brunch, a business lunch or an afternoon that drifts towards dinner. Save space for the pistachio Umm Ali, which gives a familiar regional dessert a nutty twist. Comfortable interiors provide another reason to order coffee and stay a little longer.
Where: Apple Butter, KAFD, Riyadh, 13519
When: Open daily from 8am to midnight
Contact: @applebutter.ksa
Thursday 12 November
Make time for Italian comfort food at Candelina
Handmade pasta and generous Italian hospitality are the draw at Candelina in Al Mohammadiyyah. Taking its cues from European family kitchens, the restaurant offers a welcoming setting for dinners that run from a few shared starters to another spoonful of dessert. Begin with burrata or beef carpaccio with truffle, then turn your attention to the pasta and pizza selection. Tagliolino all’Astice, served with lobster, is one of the menu’s highlights, while tiramisù provides a familiar finish. Come with someone happy to share, so you can cover more of the menu.
Where: Candelina, Al Takhassousi, Al Mohammadiyyah, Riyadh
When: Monday to Sunday from 6pm to midnight
Contact: www.candelina.me
Friday 13 November
Feel the thrills at Six Flags Qiddiya City
Rollercoaster fans should make a beeline for Six Flags Qiddiya City. Located against the dramatic backdrop of the Tuwaiq Mountains, approximately 40 minutes from central Riyadh, the theme park features 28 rides and attractions spread across six themed lands. Its headline attraction is Falcon’s Flight, billed as the world’s tallest, fastest and longest rollercoaster, reaching speeds of up to 250km/h. Those looking to cool down can also visit the neighbouring Aquarabia water park, although a separate ticket is required. With everything from high-speed thrills to family-friendly attractions, Six Flags Qiddiya City offers an action-packed escape from the capital. Tickets start from SAR 325.
Where: Six Flags Qiddiya City, Qiddiya City, Riyadh Province
When: Wednesday to Sunday from 4pm to midnight
Contact: https://sixflagsqiddiyacity.com
Saturday 14 November
Enjoy a comedy reunion at SL Show
Three familiar faces from Lebanese comedy reunite as SL Show returns for its second instalment. Rola Chamieh, Naim Halawi and Tony Abou Jaoudeh share the stage for an evening of new sketches, stories and observations drawn from everyday life. Their contrasting personalities and shared comic timing give the show its appeal, with the trio building on the format of the first edition. Returning fans have fresh material to look forward to, while newcomers can discover the group’s stage chemistry through a programme that combines storytelling with ensemble comedy. SAR 120 per person.
Where: Crowne Plaza Riyadh RDC Hotel & Convention Center, Imam Saud Ibn Abdul Aziz Road, Riyadh
When: Saturday 14 November 2026 at 8pm.
Contact http://platinumlist.net
Sunday 15 November
Explore dining and entertainment at The Groves
Dinner becomes an evening’s entertainment at The Groves, where themed restaurants and lakeside experiences form part of the Riyadh Season offering. Choose between Opa Kefi’s Greek wedding-inspired atmosphere, Turkish home cooking at Anne Oja and the celestial setting of Zodiac Garden. Charlie Chonka Returns adds a theatrical chocolate-themed option, giving groups another way to turn a meal into an occasion. Elsewhere, Luca Park caters to dogs and their owners. With several concepts to explore, this is a destination that rewards choosing your dinner plans around the mood of the evening.
Where: The Groves, Ar Rafiah, Riyadh
Contact: www.thegroves-sa.com
Monday 16 November
Discover Japanese favourites at OBI Urban Sushi
Sushi takes several forms at OBI Urban Sushi, the Beirut-born restaurant at Radisson Collection Residences. Salmon tartare and crab sushi pops join bao buns, poke bowls and rice-free rolls on a menu that offers plenty of choice beyond a conventional platter. The contemporary setting keeps things relaxed, making it a useful option for a late lunch or an easy dinner with friends. Order a mix of familiar favourites and less traditional creations to explore the restaurant’s approach, with enough variety to keep a group of different appetites happy.
Where: Radisson Collection Residences Riyadh, King Fahd Road, Al Mutamarat, Riyadh
Contact: @obiurbansushi.riyadh
Tuesday 17 November
Dine at FACT’s Restaurant of the Year
Zuma is a two-floor izakaya located in KAFD. The menu features signature dishes such as Barley Miso Baby Chicken, Miso-marinated Black Cod, and Salt Grilled Seabass. For dessert, an exclusive Ajwa Date & Miso Toffee Cake awaits. The striking design combines stone, wood, and copper, with a dramatic spiral staircase linking the restaurant, robata grill, sushi counter, bar, lounge, and DJ booth. Zuma Riyadh was recently named ‘Restaurant of the Year’ at the FACT Dining Awards Riyadh 2025.
Where: Zuma Riyadh, Metro Boulevard, KAFD, Riyadh, 13519
When: Open daily from 12pm to 1am
Contact: www.zumarestaurant.com
Wednesday 18 November
Race through a virtual world at BattleKart
Part go-kart track and part video game, BattleKart turns racing into an immersive digital competition. The Riyadh attraction combines real electric go-karts with augmented-reality technology, projecting interactive courses directly onto the arena floor. Drivers race physical karts while collecting virtual bonuses, avoiding digital obstacles and firing rockets at their opponents. Different game modes include BattleRace and BattleSnake, adding new challenges each time you climb behind the wheel. With no headset required, the technology transforms the entire track into a giant multiplayer game that feels somewhere between Mario Kart and real-world racing. Sessions start from SAR 120 per person.
Where: BattleKart Riyadh, Ishbiliyah, Riyadh
When: Daily from 12pm to midnight
Contact: www.battlekart.com
Thursday 19 November
Discover tradition at the Ethnosport Cultural Festival
Traditional sporting disciplines share the spotlight with music and craftsmanship at the Ethnosport Cultural Festival. Across ten days, the Riyadh Season event combines wrestling, equestrian competitions and eagle-flight displays by the Kartal Team with activities for families. Away from the sporting action, visitors can explore the interactive Ethnosport Museum, watch artisans at work and catch performances by folk dancers and international musicians. It’s an opportunity to see how competition, craft and celebration connect across cultures, with a programme that encourages moving between demonstrations, performances and hands-on discoveries.
When: 19 to 28 November 2026
Contact: https://riyadhseason.com
Friday 20 November
Catch Shawn Chidiac’s Laughing in Translation
If Shawn Chidiac’s videos regularly appear on your feed, this is your chance to see him work a live room. The Lebanese comedian behind “My Parents Are Divorced” heads to Sard Cultural Centre with Laughing in Translation, drawing on family relationships, cultural habits and the complications of everyday life. His recognisable characters and candid observations have earned him an online following, while the stage offers space for stories to develop beyond a short clip. Book with friends who share your sense of humour and take the laughter offline. SAR 250 per person.
Where: Sard Cultural Centre, King Saud University, Riyadh
When: Friday 20 November at 9.30pm
Contact: http://platinumlist.net
Saturday 21 November
Catch a movie at Renaissance Cinema
For the most luxurious cinema experience in Riyadh, book The Renaissance at VIA Riyadh. Operated by VOX Cinemas, the boutique venue offers a private, high-end alternative to the traditional multiplex, with seven distinctive screening rooms, including Wall Street, Tuwaiq, Oasis, Avant Garde, Orient Express, Secret Garden and Interstellar. Designed around privacy, comfort and spectacle, each cinema pairs plush interiors with advanced audiovisual technology and a curated dining experience. Guests can book private screenings for family, friends or special occasions, turning a night at the movies into a fully tailored social event. With its theatrical design, premium service and VIA Riyadh setting, The Renaissance is Riyadh cinema at its most glamorous.
Where: Renaissance Cinema, VIA Riyadh, Al Hada, Riyadh
When: Open daily from 12pm to 6am
Contact: https://ksa.voxcinemas.com
Sunday 22 November
Find a little fantasy at Wonder Garden
An evening of illuminated landscapes and fairground attractions awaits at Wonder Garden, which moves to Boulevard City for its latest chapter. Themed areas include Flower Garden, Mystery Forest and Night Garden, each offering a different setting to explore as you work your way around the destination. At the Imagination Factory, the Strange Creatures experience adds an interactive element to the visit. Gather the family for an outing that combines playful installations with the atmosphere of a seasonal fairground, leaving time to wander between zones and follow the lights.
Where: Wonder Garden, Boulevard City, Hittin, Riyadh
Contact: www.riyadhseason.com
Monday 23 November
Taste Hejazi flavours at Taleed by Michael Mina
Saudi flavours receive a contemporary interpretation at Taleed by Michael Mina inside Bab Samhan, a Luxury Collection Hotel in Diriyah. The restaurant draws inspiration from Hejazi cuisine while applying modern techniques and unexpected ingredients to familiar regional flavours. Start with whipped hummus with foie gras, Jeddah Red Sea lobster salad or kataifi-wrapped tiger prawns before moving on to Atlantic lobster kabsa or charcoal-grilled baby chicken served with truffled saleeg rice. The setting in historic Diriyah adds another layer to the experience, making Taleed an appealing choice for visitors looking to explore Saudi culinary traditions through a modern lens. Come hungry, because the menu is designed to tempt.
Where: Taleed by Michael Mina, Bab Samhan, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Diriyah, Riyadh
When: Sunday to Friday from 6.30pm to 11.30pm
Contact: www.taleeddiriyah.com
Tuesday 24 November
Dine at Carbone Riyadh
Carbone Riyadh has revealed its new sharing-style menu. The early-evening dining experience introduces a more accessible way to enjoy the FACT award-winning restaurant, extending its offerings beyond traditional fine dining into a more informal, social setting. Enjoy a selection of antipasti and salads, including Shrimp Cocktail with poached red prawns and cocktail sauce, Carpaccio Piemontese with tenderloin, walnuts, and cremini mushrooms, and black truffle dressing. The menu features Carbone’s celebrated pasta selection, spanning angel hair with fresh chillies, garlic and peppercorn, to their world-famous Spicy Tigatoni, followed by desserts such as Carrot Cake or Lemon Cheesecake.
Where: Carbone Riyadh, Mansard Riyadh, A Radisson Collection Hotel.
When: Available daily from 5pm to 8pm
Price: SAR 249 per person.
Contact: www.sevenrooms.com
Wednesday 25 November
Feast on Italian-American Favourites at Jon & Vinny’s
For laid-back Italian-American comfort food, the FACT award winning Jon & Vinny’s Al-Dabab remains a reliable Riyadh favourite. Born in Los Angeles, the restaurant from chefs Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo serves breakfast, lunch and dinner in a relaxed setting, with pizzas, pastas and indulgent classics dominating the menu. Start with Mozzarella Sticks before moving onto the Spicy Fusilli with basil and Parmigiano Reggiano, six-hour Beef Bolognese or the L.A. Woman pizza topped with local burrata, tomato and basil. Those visiting earlier can tuck into pancakes, avocado toast or Breakfast Pizza 2.0, while soft serve and New York Cheesecake provide a suitably sweet finish.
Where: Jon & Vinny’s, Turki Ibn Abdullah Al Saud, As Sulimaniyah, Riyadh, 12234
When: Open daily 8am to 11:30pm
Contact: @jonandvinnys.ksa
Thursday 26 November
Book one of just 10 seats at Julien
With just 10 seats, Julien offers one of Riyadh’s most intimate dining experiences. Hidden behind Café Boulud at Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre, Daniel Boulud’s fine-dining room centres around a marble chef’s counter overlooking the open kitchen. Chef Thierry Motsch leads the experience, serving a multi-course seasonal tasting menu conceptualised by Boulud. Guests reach the restaurant through a private passageway lined with an artisanal bakery and cellar before taking their seats directly in front of the culinary action. The tiny capacity makes every service feel personal, while the counter format offers diners a close-up look at the techniques behind each course. Reservations are essential.
Where: Julien, Four Seasons Hotel Riyadh at Kingdom Centre, Al Olaya, Riyadh
When: Wednesdays and Thursdays from 7pm to 10pm
Contact: fourseasons.com
Friday 27 November
Check into the new W Riyadh – KAFD
W Riyadh – KAFD marks the brand’s first property in the Kingdom, bringing its high-energy take on luxury lifestyle hospitality to King Abdullah Financial District. The 210-room hotel has been designed as a day-to-night destination where dining, design and social experiences sit at the heart of the guest journey. Dining plays a major role in the hotel’s appeal. Sira introduces a Latin American-inspired menu centred around open-fire cooking, while Beni offers speciality coffee and artisanal ice cream in a more relaxed all-day setting. The WET Deck brings Mediterranean flavours to the outdoor poolside space, complete with cabanas and loungers. Later this year, Sahari will join the line-up as an outdoor lounge geared towards performances and late-night socialising.
Where: W Riyadh – KAFD, King Abdullah Financial District, Riyadh, 13519
Contact: https://w-hotels.marriott.com
Saturday 28 November
Dine at Berenjak Riyadh
Berenjak brings London-born Persian dining to VIA Riyadh, marking the brand’s first permanent restaurant in Saudi Arabia. Inspired by the bustling kabab houses of Tehran, the restaurant is known for charcoal-grilled kebabs, fragrant rice, generous mazeh and a lively, shared-table atmosphere. Expect signature dishes rooted in founder Kian Samyani’s family recipes, with bold spices, open-fire cooking and the comforting flavours that helped Berenjak earn a Michelin Bib Gourmand in London and a FACT Dining Award in Dubai. As one of the hottest new Riyadh restaurants right now, this outpost feels right at home among VIA Riyadh’s destination dining scene, offering a warm, stylish spot for casual dinners, group gatherings and flame-led feasts.
Where: Berenjak, VIA Riyadh, Makkah Al Mukarramah Road, Al Hada, Riyadh
When: Open daily from 6pm to midnight
Contact: @berenjak.ksa
Sunday 29 November
Walk the Kingdom Centre Sky Bridge
For one of the best views in Riyadh, head to the Kingdom Centre Sky Bridge. Suspended high above the capital, the 99th-floor viewing platform offers sweeping panoramas of the city’s skyline, highways and desert-fringed horizon. The experience begins with a lift ride up the tower before visitors step onto the enclosed bridge connecting the two sides of the landmark skyscraper. It is especially popular around sunset, when Riyadh glows in golden light, and after dark, when the city sparkles below. Easy to combine with shopping or dining inside Kingdom Centre, the Sky Bridge is a simple yet memorable indoor attraction for visitors and residents alike.
Where: Kingdom Centre Sky Bridge, Kingdom Centre, Al Olaya, Riyadh, 12214
When: Open daily from 12pm to 11pm
Contact: https://kingdomcentre.com.sa
Monday 30 November
Walk Through History at At-Turaif
Step back in time at At Turaif, the UNESCO World Heritage Site at the heart of historic Diriyah. The mudbrick citadel served as the capital of the First Saudi State from 1727 to 1818 and remains one of the Kingdom’s most significant cultural landmarks. Visitors can admire traditional Najdi architecture across its palaces, towers and mosques, including the four-storey Salwa Palace, Saad Bin Saud Palace and Imam Mohammad Bin Saud Mosque. Galleries exploring social life, trade and military history provide further insight into Saudi Arabia’s remarkable past.
Where: At Turaif, Wadi Hanifah, Diriyah, Riyadh
Contact: www.diriyah.sa