6 awesome things to do in Jeddah this weekend: October 13 to 15
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Round off your week with our lineup of cool and exciting happenings in the city including a new rooftop music lounge, a 3D mapping dining experience, and a day of family fun at LIV Golf.
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Jeddah this weekend, we’ve got you covered:
Thursday, October 13
Sundowners at new rooftop lounge Kaia
Overlooking Jeddah’s Waterfront, Kaia is the perfect place to watch the sunset over the Red Sea with great company, a lively ambiance, and delicious bites. The dreamy terrace-lounge provides guests with live entertainment every night including uplifting electronica beats from the resident DJ. Featuring tropical drinks from around the world with a Saudi twist, concoctions to look forward to include the Hawaiian Breeze made with rose water and pineapple and the Rosemary and Watermelon Fizz with homemade rosemary syrup and fresh watermelon juice. The food menu consists of laid-back street food and nibbles. What to try? Lobster and prawn wontons and duck bao buns.
Kaia, Burj Assila, Corniche Road Ash Shati, Jeddah. 6pm to 2am Tuesday to Saturday. Tel:(0)12 696 8888. kaiajeddah.com / @kaia.jeddah
Take part in a Pink Walk for Breast Cancer Awareness
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In collaboration with LIV Golf, the breast cancer awareness movement Pink Lemon are hosting a Pink Walk at 5pm. Tickets are free of charge with promo code ‘PINKLEMON’ and can be availed from the Hala Yalla site. To shed light on this important cause, participants can expect to meet breast cancer survivor and Lebanese artist Elissa and sports presenter Nathalie Mamo.
Royal Greens Golf Club KAEC. 5pm October 14 to 16. Free ticket with code PINKLEMON: halayalla.com
Friday, October 14
Delicious breakfast at Bread Ahead
Doughnuts, sourdough, pastries, and even a bakery school, Bread Ahead is the place to be for an delicious and indulgent breakfast. We recommend trying the bread basket (SAR22), pistachio doughnuts (SAR15), Saudi coffee donut (SAR15), and a cinnamon bun (SAR16). As well as flaky baked goods, the café also offers a number of all-day dining dishes such as eggs benedict, sourdough pizza, and wagyu burgers. Open from 7am to 12am, there’s plenty of times to kick back, relax, and enjoy great food in good company.
King Abdulaziz Service Rd, Al Zahra, Jeddah 23424. 7am to 12am daily. Tel: (0)53 843 4670. breadahead.com/jeddah
Check out this immersive dining experience at Ritz Carlton
Embark on a two-hour immersive dining experience at Ritz Carlton with Le Petit Chef. The show is paired with themed music, props, and an exquisite menu as a miniature chef is brought to life on your dinner table through the magic of visual mapping. Guests can choose from two menus plus a children’s menu, that follow the footsteps of Marco Polo around the world. Expect multi-national dishes such as josper tandoori lamb chops or lobster with yuzu marinade with apple crumble rice pudding to finish.
Ritz Carlton, Jeddah 21493, Al Hamraa. Wednesday to Monday until October 30. From SAR499 per person and SAR249 for children. Book here: ritzcarlton.jeddah / lepetitchef.com
Saturday, October 15
A day of golf, music, and entertainment LIV Golf Jeddah
If you’re looking to watch some golf and have a good time, LIV Golf makes its first visit to the Middle East at Royal Greens Golf & Country Club in King Abdullah Economic City from October 14 to 16. A total of 48 of the world’s best golfers will be competing in the penultimate event of the 2022 season including Cameron Smith, Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka, Kevin Na, Paul Casey, Harold Varner III, Bryson DeChambeau, and more. Expect a laid-back and inviting atmosphere, with on-course music and entertainment from local artists and live DJs to create energy and an incredible environment not often associated with golf – definitely an event not to be missed.
LIV Golf Invitational Jeddah 2022, Oct 14 to 16, from 10am, Royal Greens Golf & Country Club, Al Murooj, King Abdullah Economic City 23981. Get your tickets here. The price for a General Admission ticket starts from SAR95, while the Gallery Club and Club54 exclusive experiences start from SAR1,035 and SAR3,740, respectively. @livgolfinv
Explore the historic old town Al Balad
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Walk through the narrow streets and discover the centuries-old buildings of the town, known as historical Jeddah. Celebrated by UNESCO, explore the famous ancient buildings such as Beit Alsharbatly and walk through the markets filled with food stands and handmade goods.
Al Balad, Jeddah, Makkah region.
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