10 fun things to do in Jeddah this weekend: May 23 to May 25
Your ultimate weekend guide…
When you live in Jeddah, you’re never short on incredible things to do. Be it new activities or cafes to check out, there is always something to do around the corner. Here are the best things to do in Jeddah this weekend.
Thursday May 23
Check out Lucaland
If you love your furry friends, head down to Lucaland in the Red Sea Mall where you can enjoy all sorts of games with a ton of different breeds.
Lucaland, Red Sea Mall, daily 4.30 to 10pm. @lucalandsa
An evening stroll along the Jeddah Promenade
Take a stroll along the Jeddah Promenade and soak up the lively vibes. Enjoy the stunning scenery and traditional foods, and shop for unique handmade goods. Look out for the various cultural events, live performances, and activities suitable for all ages, ensuring a truly unique and immersive experience.
Jeddah Promenade, Ash Shati, Jeddah. Free entry. @jeddahpromenade
Check out Fakieh Aquarium
Tour around the Fakieh Aquarium and discover more than 200 aquatic species, including sharks, groupers, stingrays, sea horses, and moray eels. The aquarium also offers a range of shops, restaurants, and activities such as the penguin and dolphin shows, making it a great place for the whole family to go on an educational adventure.
Fakieh Aquarium, Next to Al Kurnaysh Rd, Al Nawras, Jeddah 23413, Sat to Thu 10am to 11pm, Fri 12pm to 11pm. SAR55 per person for the aquarium tour here.
Friday May 24
Deep dive into the roots of Jeddah
At the Taybet Museum, visitors can take a deep dive into the heritage and culture of Islam starting at the basis of the five pillars of Islam. The exhibits include intricate re-creations of the pilgrimage to Makkah, including the Kaaba. The museum also features exhibits about the development of Jeddah and how Saudi Arabia was formed.
Taybet Museum, Raihanat Al Jazirah, Al Faisaliyyah, District, open Sat to Thu 8am to midday and 5pm to 9pm. Tel: (0)50 567 5465 visitsaudi.com
WWE Smackdown returns to Jeddah
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Happening on Friday May 24, WWE Smackdown returns to the Jeddah Superdome—witness WWE’s Smackdown biggest Superstars, for the first time outside of the United States of America.
WWE Smackdown, Jeddah Superdome, 5pm. Book your tickets starting at SAR45 here.
Swing away at Groovy Golf
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Groovy Golf is Saudi Arabia’s first dedicated indoor mini-golf course, and it features three unique mini-golf courses – KSA landmarks course, an arcade game course, and an English countryside course. Whether it’s the colourful Pac-Man or a medieval castle you’re seeking, Groovy Golf is on par. Don’t forget to stop by the snack bar for yummy shakes and burgers on your way in, out, or even both.
Groovy Golf, Lilian Tower 2, Prince Sultan Rd, As Salamah, Jeddah 23436, Mon to Sat 4pm to 1am, Closed Sun. @groovygolf_sa
View Ahaad Alamoudi: Moving Mountains at Hayy Jameel
Moving Mountains (2024) by Ahaad Alamoudi, commissioned by Art Jameel, courtesy of the artist
The first-ever institutional solo exhibition by Saudi artist Ahaad Alamoudi, this showcase – curated by Rotana Shaker – explores and expands upon Alamoudi’s deep interest in unpacking our relationships to rapidly changing societies and cultures. Bringing together new works, commissioned by Art Jameel, with existing works, ‘Moving Mountains’ situates Saudi Arabia’s natural and urban landscapes as sites of possibility, punctured by effort and powered by fantasy. Alamoudi’s humorous and hopeful interpretations of familiar tropes and symbols invite visitors to navigate large-scale installations, performances, and videos through fluidity in form and meaning.
Ahaad Alamoudi: Moving Mountains, Ground Floor, Hayy Arts, Hayy Jameel
Saturday May 25
WWE King and Queen of The Ring
WWE King and Queen of the Ring will bring together some of the biggest names from Raw and SmackDown for an iconic night, which will see the crowning of new WWE royalty. Marking the first time that the King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring are brought together, the King of the Ring event was originally a men’s single-elimination tournament that was established in 1985, with the Queen of the Ring tournament established as the female counterpart in 2021.
SmackDown, May 24 & WWE King and Queen of The Ring , May 25, Jeddah Superdome. Gates open at 5pm on both days.
Get a workout in at Karve
Karve is known and loved in London for its body-transforming, high-intensity Pilates workouts. And now you can try it for yourself in Saudi Arabia as Karve has landed in Jeddah. Officially welcome their self-described ‘Karvers’ from Friday May 17, the industrial-looking, New York loft-inspired Pilates studio is located at Jeddah’s Midtown Plaza on Prince Sultan Road.
Karve Jeddah, Midtown Plaza, Prince Sultan Road, Jeddah, from SAR287.50. @karve.ksa
Fancy burgers?
There’s no better pleasure than the first bite of the perfect burger. And a new burger joint has just opened up: Lou is the perfect way to start the week with a classic burger experience. Less is more here with its pared-back menu of two beef burgers available.
Lou Burger, Al Khayat Centre 2, Al Andalus, Jeddah 23322, Sun to Wed 5pm to 1am & Thurs to Sat 5pm to 2am. @lou.jeddah