11 amazing things to do in Jeddah this weekend: October 31 to November 2
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From encouraging yourself to move outside of your comfort zone and picking up new skills to indulging in the city’s culinary delights, this weekend’s guide is packed with exciting activities that are sure to keep you entertained.
Here are 11 fun things to do in Jeddah this weekend: October 31 to November 2.
Thursday October 31
MDLBeast Presents: Boris Brejcha
Prepare for a night of unmatched energy as Boris Brejcha, master of high-tech minimal, turns Onyx Arena into his personal playground, and you’re invited to be part of the chaos. While Boris crafts his sounds, you’ll be dancing, mingling, and soaking in every moment in this sonic bash.
MDLBeast Presents: Boris Brejcha, Oct 31, 9pm to 1.30am (Gates open at 8pm), Onyx Arena, King Abdulaziz International Airport, 23737, Jeddah. Tickets start from SAR199 and can be purchased here. @mdlbeast
Celebrate spooky season at Bovino
Head to Bovino for a deliciously indulgent Halloween bash this year. Dine from the a la carte menu and enjoy a night of captivating beats across genres, spearheaded by DJ Breeze on Thursday October 31 and DJs Rayan and Breeze on Friday November 1. From vibrant Afrobeats to the punchy rhythms of deep house, prepare for an unforgettable Halloween celebration where fear and music collide.
Bovino: Halloween Nights, Oct 31 & Nov 1, 9pm to 1am, 6666 Abd Al Hamid Al Khatib, Al Hamra District, Jeddah 23321. Tel: 053 203 4777. @bovino.sa
Ladies only spooky fun at Chef Beach
Ladies, immerse yourself in an electrifying night fest at Chef Beach, tucked inside Mangrove Beach Resort, where your wildest fever dreams come alive for a night of bone-chilling terrors. Round up your gal pals for a hypnotic atmosphere thick with adrenaline and head-thumping beats that keep you on the edge of your seat.
Mangrove Horror, Oct 31, 9pm to 2am, Chef Beach, Inside Mangrove Beach Resort, Prince Abdullah AlFaisal St, Obhur Al-Shamaliyah, Jeddah 23815. SAR100 for Silver & SAR150 for Gold. Tickets can be purchased here. @chefmangrove
Hayy Cinema’s Horror Week
Grab your popcorn. Getting into the spooky season spirit, Hayy Cinema, everyone’s favourite indie cinema and home of independent Arab and international films is hosting Horror Week. Catch flicks like Three (the first Emirati horror movie), Holy Spider, It Lives Inside, Scarygirl, and The Sleeping Car Murder.
Horror Week at Hayy Cinema, 7829, Al Mohammadiyyah, Hayy Jameel, Jeddah, multiple shows. Tickets here.
Friday November 1
Check out Jeddah International Motor Show
It’s no secret that Saudi Arabia is full of car enthusiasts of all kinds; you’ve got your sports car fanatics (we call them the need-for-speeders), the classical car buffs (oldies but goodies), and the all-encompassing kind that loves anything with wheels. So, naturally, the country caters to them with events like the Jeddah International Motor Show. The three-day event is on until Saturday November 2, and aims to be the IT destination for automotive enthusiasts.
Jeddah International Motor Show. jimsexpo.com
Hayy Cinema’s Horror Week
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Grab your popcorn. Getting into the spooky season spirit, Hayy Cinema, everyone’s favourite indie cinema and home of independent Arab and international films is hosting Horror Week. Catch flicks like Three (the first Emirati horror movie), Holy Spider, It Lives Inside, Scarygirl, and The Sleeping Car Murder.
Horror Week at Hayy Cinema, 7829, Al Mohammadiyyah, Hayy Jameel, Jeddah, multiple shows. Tickets here.
Keep the spooky spirits going
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Spooky vibes will continue at Makan Music Center this weekend. On Friday, don’t forget to dress in your best costume and get ready to face your fears on the second open mic night of the spooky celebration.
Halloween Night II, 6288 Ismail Al Jawhari, Al Basateen, 8.30pm. @makan.pro
Enjoy 30 per cent discount on horror movies
Horror fans, listen up. VOX Cinemas is giving horror fans a real treat (with none of the tricks) this Halloween. From October 10 to 31 moviegoers can enjoy 30 per cent discount on select horror movies at VOX Cinemas across Saudi Arabia. You can catch Hellboy: The Crooked Man, Afraid, Alien: Romulus, Bagman, Imaginary, Longlegs, Never Let Go, and Three all at a discounted price.
Saturday November 2
Work out at the beach
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Begin your fitness journey this weekend and what better place to do it than at Shades Beach with Motion Academy. Starting at 5pm and going on until 6pm, you can identify your fitness goals and meet like-minded people.
Work out at Shades Beach, Durrat Alarous, 5pm. @shadesbeach
Sing your heart out
Love to sing? Smash out those cheesy karaoke favourites at The Chord. The karaoke lounge offers guests the chance to book out one of their private rooms with a group of friends and enjoy their delicious menu from pizzas to tacos.
The Chord, Abdul Rahim Al Abbasi, Maqsoud Khoja, Jeddah 23435, daily 5pm to 2am. Sundays closed. Tel:050 353 0202. @thechord.sa
Enjoy grab-and-go at Myra’s stylish patisserie drive-thru
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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