What To Do In Riyadh: A Full List of Events to Attend in 2024
Riyadh is hosting a plethora of concerts, performances, and events that you cannot miss in 2024
Riyadh Events 2024: A full List Here…
Riyadh has become a go-to city for fun and exciting experiences. Most recently, the 2023 Riyadh season promised residents and visitors alike an array of events, and they sure delivered. Therefore, it’s no surprise that they are kicking off this year with a bang, with a list of concerts, events, and experiences already lining up the city’s calendar. Here, Harper’s Bazaar Arabia compiles a complete list of events happening in Riyadh to look forward to in 2024.
Riyadh Events 2024: The Full List
Diriyah E-Prix
Known as the world’s most most competitive motorsport championship, Diriyah E-Prix is coming to Riyadh for an unforgettable two-day racing event. Not only will the races bring tons of action, but the event guarantees exciting entertainment, with headliners such as singer Nancy Ajram, famed band OneRepublic, and Alesso, a Swedish DJ. The championship is set to take place on the 26th and 27th of January.
To purchase tickets for Diriyah E-Prix, please visit webook.com.
MDLBEAST Erga Party
Spend the second weekend of the year on a dancefloor at the MDLBEAST Erga party. But don’t be fooled; this party is unlike any other you’ve attended. Among the headliners are Franky Rizardo, ANT, B-Hydra, Emad, Rash, and NHA, making this event’s third edition a must-attend.
For more information, please visit mdlbeast.com.
Tuwaiq Sculpture Art Festival
Returning once more to the capital, Tuwaiq Sculpture is an exciting annual sculpture symposium that allows guests to watch artists work live in front of their eyes. Hailing from around the world, 30 local and international sculptors will be able to collaborate on pieces and create large-scale artworks, all in front of the public’s eye. The symposium is set to take place from the 14th of January until the 8th of February, while an exhibition of the pieces will start on the 12th of February and go until the 24th.
For more information, please visit riyadhart.sa.
King Salman Park
First announced in 2019, many are anticipating the opening of the King Salman Park. Set to come to the heart of the city sometime this year, the space promises to bring residents a variety of exciting activities and experiences, from entertainment, arts and culture, sports and nature. Although the project’s details are still hush-hush, a recent progress video revealed the construction taking place to create the green space.
For more information, please visit kingsalmanpark.sa.
Riyadh Marathon
For all those New Year’s resolution holders who have a fitness goal on the list, get ready because the Riyadh marathon is coming back to the capital. Coming to the city’s streets on the 10th of February, the marathon will include four races: a four-kilometre course, a 10-kilometre course, a half marathon (21.1K), and a full marathon (42.2K).
For more information, please visit riyadhmarathon.org.
Riyadh Season’s Disney Castle
Disney fans can now visit the renowned Disney Castle in the Middle East, thanks to the Riyadh Season. To celebrate 100 years of Disney, the castle promises to bring an array of enchanting performances that visitors of any age can enjoy. Located in Boulevard City, make sure to book your ticket before this experience closes.
To purchase tickets for Riyadh Season’s Disney Castle, please visit webook.com.
Noor Riyadh
While the Noor Riyadh festival made headlines in December for its breathtaking installations, its exhibitions will continue to run until the 2nd of March. The world’s largest light art festival filled the city with beautiful artwork, all under the theme of ‘The Bright Side of The Desert Moon’, and the exhibitions will include talks, panels, and workshops for adoring art fans.
To purchase tickets to Noor Riyadh, please visit riyadhart.sa.
Lead image From Harper’s Bazaar Saudi’s Winter 2022 issue.