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10 top things to do in Riyadh this week: May 18 to May 21

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Riyadh is a city that’s full of top activities. From cool events to top cafes returning and so much more. Here are the best things to do in Riyadh this week: May 18 to May 21

Sunday May 18

King Salman Science Oasis

The King Salman Science Oasis welcomes school field trips, family visits, and individuals, offering an engaging and entertaining educational experience. It inspires, motivates, and unlocks creative potential for all visitors. Embark on a groundbreaking journey through the history of science and shape its future at the Science and Technology Festival.
Science and Technology Festival, King Salman Science Oasis. Buy your SAR35 tickets here.

Bounce around

Bounce Riyadh is not only insane fun but a serious workout too. The super-sized trampoline park is filled with obstacle courses, dodgeball, climbing walls, speed slide, slam dunk area and, of course, trampolines galore.

Bounce Trampoline Park, 4466 Khurais Branch Rd, AR Rawdah, 2pm to 10pm Sun to Fri, 12pm to 10pm Sat. Tel: (055) 198 8993. bounce.sa

 Check out Memory of Clay

 

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On display until the end of May, there’s a gorgeous new exhibition to check out at Naila Art Gallery by Fatima Al Nemer. A living memory that carries human stories through time. This exhibition merges traditional craftsmanship with contemporary techniques, reshaping clay into a visual language that speaks of transformation and renewal. Textures and compositions invite the viewer to reconnect with their roots and collective memory.
Memory of Clay, Naila Art Gallery, Sat to Thu 10am to 10pm & Closed Fri & Sat 2pm to 10pm. @gallerynaila

Monday May 19

Check out Adaptability exhibition

 

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The Adaptability exhibition highlights the innovative approaches artists and designers use to redefine ceramics today. Moving beyond traditional kiln-fired techniques, it showcases the material’s versatility and its expanding role in contemporary art.

Adaptability exhibition, SAMOCA, Saudi Arabia Museum of Contemporary Art, daily 10am to 10pm. @samocamoc

Go watch Slava’s SnowShow

Riyadh is no stranger to hosting incredible stints of shows, plays, and concerts, and when one comes in from all the way from Russia, you know we’re going to be majorly excited. Welcome to Slava’s SnowShow in Riyadh. Landing in the capital from Thursday May 15 to Friday May 24, Slava’s Snowshow has previously wowed crowds all over the world, including the USA, UK, France, Australia, and Japan. Now, we finally get to have a taste.

Slava’s SnowShow in Riyadh, Baker Alshadi, Boulevard Riyadh City, several show times. Book your tickets here.

Tuesday May 20

Check out the newest viral cafe

 

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Riyadh goes through viral cafes like no other, and the newest one to hit the list is Veni Coffee. Opening up in the gorgeous King Salman Neighbourhood, Veni Coffee has queues forming behind it. Complete with gorgeous books all over the space, incredible desserts everywhere you look, and somehow even better coffee.

Veni Coffee, Turki Ibn Ahmad Al Sudiri, King Salman Neighborhood, Sun to Thu 6.30am to midnight & Fri to Sat 8.30am to midnight. @veni.coffee.sa

Sunset Paintings Sessions

Capture the colours of the sky as they melt into one another. Join in for a serene sunset painting session guided by light, beauty, and your own creativity. You don’t need to have prior painting experience; just come, unwind, and paint the sky.

Sunset painting sessions, Sociale Cafe, Tahlia, 8pm to 10pm. Book your SAR50 ticket here. @sociale.cafe

Wednesday May 21

Loqta pop-up

If you’re anything like us, you love a good vintage item, and Sociale Cafe is hosting the first of its kind pop-up. While items on display haven’t been confirmed just yet, we’re very excited to see what the pop-up has to offer.

Loqta vintage pop-up, Sociale Cafe, all day. @loqta.official

Head to Level Up’s Karaoke Metal Night

Metalheads unite, the venue will be hosting a night where you can enjoy meeting people who share the same music taste, enjoy karaoke and more.

Level Up Social Club, Hittin, 9pm to 11pm. @lvlupsocialhub

Asrar Exhibition

 

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An exclusive event held at the luxurious SARAJ Hall from May 19 to May 22, during four days leading up to Eid Al-Adha—the peak of the shopping season. Asrar brings together top brands and talented creators in fashion, perfumes, beauty, accessories, and unique lifestyle products.

Asrar Exhibition, SARAJ Venue, 4pm to 11pm. Book your SAR75 ticket here

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