8 fun things to do in Jeddah this week: September 29 to October 2
Starting the week off right…
From encouraging yourself to move outside of your comfort zone and picking up new skills to indulging in the city’s culinary delights, this week’s guide is packed with exciting activities that are sure to keep you entertained.
Here are eight fun things to do in Jeddah this week.
Sunday September 29
Get your steps in
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If you want to go on a walk but avoid the treadmill and also keep cool in the air conditioning, the RWG Community is organising indoor walking at the Red Sea Mall. Held in conjunction with World Heart Day, participants are encouraged to wear red clothing to show their support for heart health and to promote heart disease prevention.
Red Sea Mall Walk & Social Coffee, Sept 29, 10am to 11am, Red Sea Mall. @rwg_community
Discover a treasure trove of after-school activities
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School is in full swing, and the kiddos are still raring to go with so much energy to expend throughout the day. Let Art Edge Centre ease your planning woes with their arts and crafts after-school activities. These include painting, sketching, drawing and more.
Arts & Crafts: After-School Activities, Sept 29 to Oct 22, 5pm to 7.30pm, Art Edge Centre, Prince Naif Rd, Al Firdous, Jeddah 23818. Suitable for girls and boys aged six to 11. SAR1,499. Tel: 050 730 0079. @artedgecenter
Monday September 30
Enjoy grab-and-go at Myra’s stylish patisserie drive-thru
If you need a last-minute brekkie or lunch pick-up without the hassle of pre-ordering, Myra, the reimagined French patisserie, now has a seamless, contactless dining experience with its drive-thru and grab-and-go options. Find everything from flaky croissants to decadent pastries, cakes, and savoury dishes, such as the Margherita Danish, a savoury pastry rich with tomato, mozzarella, and basil flavours and for a bolder twist, and the Spicy Tuna Brioche, which combines spicy heat with buttery brioche. The best part? The drive-through facility is open until midnight, perfect for picking up dessert after dinner or for a late-night sweet treat.
Myra, 7750 Hira St, Ash Shati, District 3362, Jeddah 23514, daily 8am to 1am. @myra.ksa
Learn to crochet a top
Let’s add to your stylish summer look and crochet a cute tank top… because every wardrobe deserves a handmade touch. Pop by the Arty Café for an evening of creativity and connection, where you’ll not only learn to crochet a top, but also cultivate memories with fellow enthusiasts. Workshop includes all materials needed, including baby soft cotton yarn and a crochet hook.
Top-Crochet Workshop for Beginners, Every Mon, Wed & Sat, 6pm to 8pm, Arty Café, Ahmed Alattas, Al Zahra, Jeddah 22324. SAR360 per person. @arty.cafe
Tuesday October 1
Step up your Pilates game
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Unlike your typical zen-like pilates studio, KARVE promises a “new style of workout” with pulsating music and dimmed lights. Using custom-designed reformer machines, the 50-minute classes are fun and fast-flowing, focusing on strength training and driving the metabolism through mindful, resistance-based movements. You’ll finish every session with five minutes of mindfulness and breathwork to help you wind down.
Karve Jeddah, Midtown Plaza, Prince Sultan Road, Jeddah, from SAR287.50. @karve.ksa/karve-ksa.club
Catch the sunset at Alieia
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Jeddah does sunset really well. Like, really well. Given how much we all love a good sunset, then how better to celebrate the daily best show on earth than by raising a glass and a fork at the Greek restaurant Alieia? The food itself is notably excellent, as is the ever-changing skyline as you watch from the tables at the restaurant.
Alieia, Movenpick Jeddah Al Nawras, Ash Shati, Jeddah 23417, Mon to Sat 2.30pm to 11.30pm. Tel: 012 578 8230. @alieia.me
Wednesday October 2
Immerse yourself in Hayy Jameel’s exciting exhibitions
Planning a cultural day out in the city? Discover some of the best exhibitions at Hayy Arts in Hayy Jameel, which includes 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 with rapidly changing societies and cultures. The latest exhibition, ‘Salt-Kissed: Of Vessels That Have Sailed The Red Sea’, is a collection of untold narratives anchored by the stories of eight ships that once sailed the Red Sea, bearing witness to the idiosyncrasies within its swarming body.
Hayy Jameel, 7829 Al Muhammadiyah District, Jeddah 23615, Mon, Wed, Thurs & Sun noon to 10pm, Fri & Sat 2pm to 10pm. Both exhibitions are on display until Oct 26. @hayyjameel
Catch the new film “Joker: Folie à Deux” at muvi Cinemas
If the trailer has been getting you hyped, fans will be pleased to know that the hotly anticipated DC movie sequel is out this week. Joker: Folie à Deux will be a musical fantasia starring Joaquin Phoenix, who reprises the titular role as Arthur Fleck (aka Joker), alongside pop icon Lady Gaga as Harley Quinn, his love interest and partner in crime. The film continues with Arthur facing trial for his murders as the Joker. As he navigates his dual identity and the challenges ahead, Arthur not only finds true love but also finds the music that’s always been inside him.
Book your tickets here. @muvi_cinemas