8 fun things to do in Jeddah this week: November 26 to November 29
Have a nice week, Jeddah…
The Red Sea city has a ton happening this week, and you need to get on board and get ready for a fun week ahead. Here are all the things to do in Jeddah this week.
Sunday November 26
Visit the Obhur Waterfront
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If you’re looking for a new, perfect family-friendly destination, look no further. The brand-new Obhur Waterfront in Jeddah is where you want to go. Covering an area of 205,000 square meters, the gorgeous newly redeveloped area opened to the public last week. Incredible things you can look forward to in the area include a sea promenade, sandy beaches, plenty of open green areas, stunning pedestrian pathways, cycling tracks, and multi-purpose plazas.
Visit: jeddah.gov.sa
Relax at Obo Beach House
This family-friendly restaurant brings a slightly more casual vibe to the dining scene at the Jeddah Yacht Club. At Obo, think beachy vibes paired with a mix of Italan and Japanese cuisine. That means you can dig into your choice of pizzas or delight in some maki rolls if you please.
Obo Beach House, open daily from 5pm to 2am. Tel: (0)50 932 5577 @obobeachhouse.ksa
Monday November 27
Head to the Indoor Zoo for an extended period
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Visitors can get up close, interact and learn about the animals, and enjoy games and experiences. The indoor zoo will also host live entertainment shows and activities. Qualified staff will be on hand, eager to share details about animal behaviour or answer questions the young ones always seem to have about anything that moves.
Jeddah Indoor Zoo, until Dec 16, 4pm to 11pm, 3972 Al Mohammadiyah, Jeddah 23616. Book your tickets here. SAR50 per adult & SAR25 per child (free entry for children below two). @jed.calendar
Relax at the reopened Kaia Lounge
Just in time for the outdoor season, Kaia rooftop lounge at Shangri-La Jeddah is back with a fresh groove and commands great views of the Jeddah Corniche. The terrace offers everything a night out should have, from a buzzing atmosphere to delicious drinks and upbeat Afro-house music by DJ Lea Koha every Tuesday to Saturday. Mocktails are the order of the day here and you can combine them with small plates of Japanese fusion nibbles.
Kaia, Tues to Sat 6pm to midnight, Shangri-La Jeddah, 7th Floor, Ash Shati, Corniche Road, Jeddah 23611. @kaia.jeddah
Tuesday November 28
Celebrate all things Ferrari
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The two-day festival will celebrate all things Ferrari, the globally renowned iconic automotive brand, along with the anticipated return of F1, the pinnacle of motorsport, to the world’s fastest and longest street circuit for the fourth consecutive occasion next March. It will also kickstart the Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2024 countdown.
Ferrari Festival Jeddah, Nov 28 & 29, 5pm to midnight, Jeddah Corniche Circuit. The tickets can be purchased here. SAR50 for adults & SAR25 for children aged two to 12. Free entry for infants aged two and under. @saudiarabiangp
Take part in the Jeddah Swap Shop
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You can shop for your next fashion statement sustainably at the fourth edition of the Swap Shop. Held in partnership with YOOX NET-A-PORTER and other esteemed partners, the Saudi Fashion Commission aims to educate fashion consumers to support its mission to create a sustainable Saudi fashion scene. Happening until December 2 at the Le Prestige Mall in Jeddah, the Swap Shop will be educating consumers about sustainability through activities and programs. Participants will exchange items for tokens to shop at Swap Shop, divided into a fast fashion and a luxury section, alongside engaging workshops by Taqia for customising clothes.
Swap Shop, Le Prestige Mall, daily 5pm to 11pm. @fashionmoc
Wednesday November 29
Have gelato at Como Gelato
If you have been to Jeddah but didn’t stop at Como Gelato, you didn’t really visit Jeddah. The gelateria is located on Prince Sultan Road and has been in the city for over 15 years. Flavours change regularly but one that is always available and that we highly recommend is their signature, Como.
Como Gelato, Lillian Towers, Prince Sultan Road, open 9am to 1am. @comogelato
Have a sando
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Want to live like a local for the evening? Head to Adani Bar to experience street food like never before, at adani bar expect sandwiches, teas and mixed grill. We recommend you try their cheese toastie for the ultimate cheese pull experience.
Adani Bar, Said Abu Bakr, Ar Rawdah, daily 6am to midnight. @adani.bar