Riyadh Season 2025 just levelled up: Here's what's new this season
The ultimate line-up of new events, attractions, and experiences
Get ready, folks. Riyadh Season is officially back on Friday October 10, and it’s going to be bigger than ever. Think all-new experiences, mind-blowing entertainment, and immersive attractions.
This year’s event is guaranteed to be unlike anything we’ve seen before, with 11 main entertainment zones across Riyadh, hosting 15 global championships and 34 exhibitions and festivals, according to HE Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA).
Here’s your ultimate line-up to everything new, fun, and unmissable this season.
Macy’s extravagant floats and balloon characters
Balloons always seem to add an extra touch of festivity to any occasion, which is why it’s only fitting that Riyadh Season 2025 kicks off with the iconic Macy’s Parade balloons for the Riyadh Season Opening Ceremony. Coming all the way from New York, this legendary spectacle brings larger-than-life joy for the first time in Saudi Arabia, alongside a lively parade filled with dancing, floats, performances, and music, creating a fun, festive vibe.
Location: Riyadh Season 2025 Opening Ceremony, Al-Hawyi Street, Hittin, Riyadh
Timings: Oct 10, 3.45pm
Poppy Playtime
Dare to enter? Poppy Playtime, the viral horror game now brought to life, is a chilling attraction at Riyadh Season. Combining suspense and fear, this immersive experience is set inside an abandoned toy factory.
Location: BLVD City
Date: Oct 10
Explore new worlds at BLVD World
Boulevard World brings the world together for you in one destination. This year, explore exciting new zones from Indonesia, South Korea, and Kuwait, along with refreshed favourites that offer a deeper journey into global cultures.
Location: BLVD World, Prince Turki al-Awwal Road, Hittin
Opening date: Oct 11
Aroya Cruises
Aroya Cruises, the first Arabian cruise line, offers a unique experience on the Red Sea. Choose from the Red Sea Season, which departs from Jeddah to Sharm El-Sheikh, Safaga (Hurghada), Marsa Alam (Port Ghalib), Jabal Al-Sabaya Island, and Yanbu, or the Arabian Gulf Season, which journeys to fascinating coasts, including Dammam, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sir Bani Yas, Muscat, Salalah, Khasab, and Doha. The Mediterranean Sea Season will take you to the shores of the Mediterranean, where Turkish cities and Greek islands await – sailing from Istanbul to Bodrum, Kas, Rhodes, Souda Bay, Mykonos, and Athens. The cruise features 29 restaurants and cafés, eight spa and fitness facilities, and 20 entertainment areas, offering a fully integrated luxury leisure experience.
Date: From Oct 11
Pac-Man
Get immersed in a real maze adventure, where you explore, collect points, and defeat ghosts. Extra levels, surprises and Boss Battles create a unique, exciting event for gamers and thrill-seekers.
Location: BLVD World, Prince Turki al-Awwal Road, Hittin
Opening date: Oct 22
PUBG
Step into the world of PUBG Mobile in a thrilling adventure inside ancient pyramids, surrounded by shifting sands and hidden mysteries. Take on challenges filled with maze, obstacles, and enemies before the hourglass runs out.
Location: BLVD World, Prince Turki al-Awwal Road, Hittin
Opening date: Oct 22
Kings Cup MENA
Football has officially entered the digital age – and Riyadh is about to experience it like never before. The Kings League, a global sensation created by Gerard Piqué and top content creators, is football reimagined for the digital era, merging sport and entertainment. Now, with the Kings Cup MENA, this revolutionary format is making its debut in the Middle East, turning Riyadh into the centre stage for a sport that’s as much about the fans and digital culture as it is about the game. This isn’t just football, it’s football reimagined.
Location: BLVD City
Dates: Oct 24 to 31 & Nov 7, 11 & 14
The Conjuring
Warning: This is not for the faint of heart. Step into the frightening world of The Conjuring, face Annabelle, and wander through the dark rooms in this immersive horror experience.
Location: BLVD City
Date: Oct 25
Beast Land
Inspired by one of YouTube’s most prominent figures, Jimmy Donaldson, better known as MrBeast (who’s renowned for elaborate play-for-cash stunts testing human endurance), Beast Land is a first-of-its-kind destination that features themed zones with over 27 rides and attractions, 40 restaurants and shops, and immersive challenges. Earn points through games that require focus and accuracy, unlock grand finale challenges, and compete in the iconic Beast Arena for ultimate prizes.
Opening date: Nov 13
Funko
Pop culture fanatics and collectors, this one’s for you. The Funko experience at Boulevard City is your all-access pass to a world of giant figures, rare exclusives, and interactive activities.
Location: BLVD City
Date: Nov 15
Minecraft
The pixelated world of Minecraft comes alive at Riyadh Season 2025. This immersive experience takes you from forest to village through iconic biomes, secret paths, and fun challenges.
Location: BLVD City
Date: Nov 15
BLVD Flowers
At BLVD Flowers, Najdi-inspired gates welcome visitors into a realm filled with blossoms, crafting a scene brimming with authenticity and beauty. Spanning 215,000 square metres and boasting over 200 million flowers, 200 floral sculptures, and three Boeing 777 aircraft, alongside 40 restaurants and cafés, this new zone forms a breathtaking artistic landscape that merges natural splendour with creativity.
Opening date: Nov 18
Snooker 167
The Riyadh Season Snooker Championship unites the world’s best players for three thrilling days, featuring the historic gold ball and record-breaking prizes.
Location: BLVD City
Dates: Nov 19 to 21
Flying Over Saudi
The Flying Over Saudi experience, which promotes tourism across different regions of the Kingdom, will also debut during this Riyadh Season. This project, developed over three years, allows up to 90 people at a time to enjoy an interactive aerial journey over Saudi destinations.
Location: BLVD City
Date: Dec 18
The Saudi Arabia Darts Masters
All eyes on the bullseye. The world’s top darts players are taking to the oche in Riyadh. Whether you’re a die-hard darts fan or a newcomer to the sport, expect drama, cheers, and some seriously sharp shooting.
Location: BLVD City
Dates: Jan 19 & 20, 2026
WWE Royal Rumble
This major WWE event will take place outside of North America for the first time – reaffirming the season’s commitment to attracting world-class events and establishing Saudi Arabia as a global hub for major entertainment spectacles.
Date: Jan 31, 2026
Fanatics Flag Football Classic
If you haven’t heard, NFL legend Tom Brady plans to play alongside the biggest names in football and entertainment in a three-team flag football tournament in Saudi Arabia next year. Read here for all you need to know about the first-ever Fanatics Flag Football Classic.
Location: Kingdom Arena
Date: March 21, 2026
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