11 amazing things to do in Jeddah this weekend: November 28 to 30
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Plan the right way and use our handy guide of the best things to do in Jeddah this weekend. We’ve got family-friendly activities that’ll keep your calendar filled and so much more.
Here are incredible things to do in Jeddah this weekend: November 28 to 30.
Thursday November 28
Food, food and more food
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Prepare your taste buds for a culinary adventure at the fourth edition of the Saudi Feast Food Festival. From Wednesday November 27 to Friday December 6, fairgoers will have the chance to indulge in the diverse Saudi regional cuisine. The Saudi Feast Food Festival, organised by the Saudi Culinary Arts Commission, will take place at the Abadi Aljohar Arena in Jeddah. Visitors will enjoy an innovative journey through traditional dishes, embracing Saudi Arabia’s rich culinary history.
Saudi Feast Food Festival: Taste The Culture, Nov 27 to Dec 6, 4pm to midnight, Abadi Aljohar Arena, Al Basateen, Jeddah. Tickets start from SAR35 and can be purchased here. @mocculinary
Check out the Outsiders Social Club
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Powered by Monochrome Community, this event is set to be like no other. You check out 80 wonderful cars, explore 35 brands, ice cream, chicken fries, and tons of activities.
Outsiders Social Club, The Track Jeddah, daily 6pm to midnight. @theoutsidersocialclub
Get on the dance floor
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Jeddah party people, get excited because Balad Social is back. Nightlife institution MDLBeast is bringing back the dancefloor to Jeddah’s historic Al-Balad with an intimate music gathering known as the ‘Lobby Edition.’ This little soiree will take place on Thursday November 21, headliners include Jay De Lys, Gazi, and Blacky.
Balad Social: Lobby Edition, 10pm to 3am, Red Sea Palace Hotel, Balad, Jeddah. Book your tickets here. @mdlbeast
Friday November 29
There’s a race in town
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Happening from Friday November 29 to Saturday November 30, the Fanatec GT World Challenge Europe is coming to Jeddah as part of a two-year agreement. The exhilarating race track features 27 turns and is a total of 6,174 kilometres long, making it the longest race ever conducted in the Kingdom. There will be two race categories, GT3 and GT4. The race will be held in Saudi Arabia for the very first time and you can actually get your tickets to witness the action live here. Ticket prices start at SAR50.
GT Race, Jeddah Corniche Circuit, Nov 29 to 30, daily noon to 11.30.@jeddahcircuit
Anime toon open mic
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This weekend, you can look forward to days full of creativity and fun. You can loo forward to open Mic to showcase your talents, Cosplay featuring your favourite characters, along with a special performance by the talented Mr. Abdulmajid.
Anime toon, Makan Music Pro, 9pm. @makan.pro
Celebrate Poetry, Song, and Community
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Celebrate poetry and song at the Hayy Jameel this weekend. Picture wonderful live readings, screenings and talks to reflect on and explore the cultural memory. The programme explores the reflections of Sudanese artists whose voices have been adopted as tools to navigate everyday struggles, hopes and memories surrounding the notion of identity and homeland. You can look forward to screenings of documentaries “Heroic Bodies” (2022) and a group of four shorts including “A Handful of Dates” (2019), “In Search of Hip-Hop” (2010), “Journey to Kenya” (2020) and “The Salon”
Poetry and Song celebration, Hayy Jameel, timings vary. @hayyjameel
Celebrate Africa Day
Experience a vibe like no other. Get ready to celebrate Africa. This event is packed with unique activities and entertainment for everyone to enjoy.
Start your adventure by interacting with animals, and dive into a colourful paint battle with friends. Take a peaceful nature walk to the top of the mountains, or try stargazing with our telescope to look at the moon.
African Night by Vibescape, Yazen Ranch. Book your SAR199 from tickets here.
Glow in the Dark Jeddah
Get ready for an unforgettable night where you can get out on the dance floor and enjoy electrifying beats with high-energy music. Dive into a night of energy, excitement, and non-stop fun with your friends, experiencing the wild vibes, social connections, and beats that will keep you moving until the early hours of the A.M. Headliners include Cosmicat, Blacky, Kasey, Loush, Soul, Chills, Immortal, Keh, Space Guurl, Samhar, and Nonimus.
Glow in the Dark, La Masion Private Beach Resort. Get your SAR220 tickets here.
Saturday November 30
Be spellbound by Jeddah’s first-ever modern circus
Experience Jeddah’s first-ever modern circus featuring thrilling Russian performances and live shows. Be mesmerised by a cast of talented performers, with live shows such as the Air Hoop, Cyr Wheel, Laser Man, Aerial Straps, Russian Pole, Clown Balloons Act with children, and a Bubble Show, to entertain the whole family and a host of other acts for an adrenaline-fuelled show.
The 9 Circus In Jeddah, Jeddah Square Festival, until Mon Jan 13, 7.30pm to 9.30pm (first show starts at 8pm), 9.30pm to 11.30pm (second show starts at 10pm). Tickets are priced at SAR35 for Bronze, SAR55 for Silver, SAR75 for Gold, SAR280 for VIP, and they can be purchased here. @the9circus
Anyone for padel?
You’ve finally succumbed and jumped on the padel train? Get pumped for an exhilarating workout experience at B-Padel, Jeddah’s first padel club. Built around fostering a sense of community, making their venue popular with everyone from beginners to enthusiasts, B-Padel offers a vibrant hub for playing the sport in Jeddah. The venue has open-air courts with plenty of facilities. And if you fancy brushing up on your skills? Book into the courses or one-on-one coaching.
B-Padel, Saudia City, Al Khalidiyyah, Jeddah 23421, daily 8am to midnight. You can make your bookings here. @bpadel.sa
Head to The Wonder District
If you’ve been feeling the Riyadh Season blues over in Jeddah, you’ll be happy to know Jeddah Calendar is now introducing an all-new zone in the Red Sea City. You can now get your tickets for The Wonder District in Jeddah. Opening its doors tomorrow (Monday November 11) at 4pm, promises fun for everyone in the family, and aims to become the go-to spot for entertainment lovers among Jeddah’s locals and visitors.
The Wonder District, J4W5+QPJ, Ash Shati, daily 4pm to 1am. Book your SAR35 tickets here.