15 things to look forward to in Saudi Arabia in November 2025
Check out these must-see sights and activities
We’re almost done with the year, but there are still many things to do in Saudi Arabia in November. We promise you more fun as the temperatures have plummeted (okay, sometimes…), which means loads of outdoor events. But trust us, it’s going to be a month to remember.
Looking for other things to do in Saudi Arabia? Tap in for our handy list of things we are looking forward to in Saudi Arabia in this new month.
November 1 to 8: Legends reunite at WTA Finals in Riyadh
It’s still not too late to catch the WTA Finals in Riyadh. The event marks the season-ending finals of the WTA Tour for 2025 and features eight singles players and doubles teams competing for tennis’ ultimate prize. Matches are played in a round-robin format between two groups of four, with the top two players or teams from each group progressing to the knockout stage. The singles champion will receive the Billie Jean King Trophy, while the doubles champions will be awarded the Martina Navratilova Trophy.
Location: 2025 WTA Finals Riyadh presented by PIF, King Saud University Indoor Arena, Riyadh
Timings: Nov 1 to 8
Cost: Package starts from SAR90 and can be purchased here.
November 3 to 8: Riyadh Season’s Ana Arabia returns
Translating to “I am an Arab Woman,” Ana Arabia is an exhibition hosted every year as part of Riyadh Season, where you can experience a world of fashion design and art. The free exhibition is divided into three newly designed areas, each offering distinct experiences: Tropical Bliss, Canopy, and The Trail. There will also be three pavilions dedicated to visiting Arab countries, a special Gulf countries pavilion, and 250 diverse stores, along with international cafes and restaurants.
Location: Via Riyadh
Timings: Nov 3 to 8, 4pm to midnight
Cost: Free, check it out here
Throughout November: Your next getaway just dropped
The Red Sea EDITION is now open on Shura Island, and it’s every bit as dreamy as it sounds. Nestled along a kilometre of private beachfront, the region’s newest design-led luxury hotel comes with front-row views of The Red Sea’s sparkling turquoise waters and the lush greenery of Shura Links. Think chic rooms, picture-perfect pools, and all the laid-back glamour you could want for your next seaside escape.
Location: The Red Sea EDITION, Shura Island, Hanak, Saudi Arabia, 48313
Contact: +966 1-45044455 / Room rates start from SAR2,626 per night
From November 5: Welcome to chapter 4 of The Groves
For those who have visited The Groves before, you’ll find that every chapter brings you a new experience – brighter, richer, and more thrilling than the last. Each season unveils a world of wonder created to excite, delight, and amaze. Download The Groves for Entertainment mobile application, grab your tickets, and we’ll see you there.
Location: The Groves, Ar Rafiah, Riyadh
Timings: Nov 5 to July 19, 2026, Sun to Wed 4pm to midnight, Thurs 4pm to 12.30am, Fri 2pm to 12.30am
Cost: Starts from SAR140 and can be purchased here
From November 6: Dive into the Mediterranean lifestyle at ADRIFT Mare pop-up
The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah proudly announces the arrival of Celebrity Chef David Myers for a limited-time Adrift Mare pop-up, a captivating culinary experience where coastal elegance meets modern craftsmanship. Launching Thursday November 6, this exclusive dining residency will celebrate Chef Myers’ signature approach, blending pristine regional produce, bold flavours, and timeless hospitality on the Red Sea. Set within the hotel’s palatial setting, the pop-up reimagines fine dining through an immersive, ingredient-led journey paired with refined beverage artistry. Guests will indulge in coastal Mediterranean pristine seafood, vibrant crudos, wood-fired seafood and meats, and hand-crafted pastas. A reservation can be made here.
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah – Adrift Mare, 1st floor
Timings: From Nov 6 – for the next three months.
November 6 to 8: Bibliophiles, this one’s for you
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The Paperback Art Book Fair 2025 is back. Hosted by Diriyah Biennale Foundation, the fair is set to be a cultural and creative gathering that brings together professionals, collectors, and enthusiasts to JAX District. This year’s event will feature a program of discussions, performances, book launches, and special projects in collaboration with regional cultural organisations. You can also look forward to exploring a wide range of art-focused publications, including books by artists and creative works that challenge the way we engage and enjoy books today.
Throughout November: Experience true winter fun at Ithra Winter 2025
The King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture, better known as Ithra, is inviting you to experience Ithra Winter 2025, held alongside the first-ever Khobar Season. Be sure to check out the much-anticipated Chinese Orchestra, an evening performance by the Tarabband, the Children’s Orchestra, as well as a brilliant Winter’s Market. Wander in and you can tuck into delicious treats at a food festival, an artists’ market, and a designers’ market.
Location: King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture
Dates: Oct 29 to Jan 31
Visit: ithra.com
November 5 to 7: An exclusive Six Hands Dinner at the Fairmont Hotel Riyadh
The hotel’s signature restaurant, House of Grill, is celebrating its second anniversary with an exclusive Six Hands Dinner led by the celebrated Chef Nicolas Isnard, and joined by Valery Bame, Head Chef of House of Grill, and David Tavernier, Chef de Cuisine at BORD’O by Nicolas Isnard. Together, they present a six-course set menu featuring delicate seafood dishes, perfectly grilled meats and decadent desserts.
Location: Six Hands Dinner at House of Grill, Fairmont Hotel Riyadh
Timings: Nov 5 to 7, 7pm to 11pm
Cost: SAR520 per person
Contact: 011 826 2629 / @houseofgrillksa
November 13: Marvels of the Saudi Orchestra is headed back to Riyadh
The Saudi National Orchestra and Choir have wowed audiences worldwide, including in Tokyo and London. The orchestra now returns to Riyadh, and we can honestly say we’re very excited. Happening on Thursday November 13, the Saudi National Orchestra and Choir will be performing at the stunning King Fahad Cultural Centre. Tickets haven’t been released just yet, but stay tuned to What’s On Saudi Arabia.
Until November 15: Get ready to bounce, slide, repeat
Khobar folks, it’s time to bounce. The Big Bounce Arabia is back, setting up at the Pearl Roundabout at Al Khobar Northern Corniche as part of the Khobar Season. Dive inside and you’ll find giant slides, ball pits, climbing towers, and basketball hoops, alongside fun, friendly, oversized characters in various colours, shapes, and sizes for those all-important Instagram moments. Other highlights include the incredible 300-metre-long obstacle course, The Giant; the unique, three-piece, space-themed wonderland, airSPACE; the customised sports arena, Sport Slam; and the deep-sea foam party inflatable, OctoBlast.
Location: The Big Bounce Arabia in Khobar Season, Pearl Roundabout, Al Khobar Northern Corniche, Corniche Rd, Al Khobar
Timings: Oct 23 to Nov 15, 4pm to 6.30pm / 7pm to 9.30pm / 10pm to 12.30am / 5pm to 7.30pm / 8pm to 10.30pm
Cost: SAR80 for general admission & SAR195 for fast track. Tickets can be purchased here.
From November 20: The largest light festival in the world returns
Happening from Thursday November 20 to Saturday December 6, Noor Riyadh 2025 will return bigger and brighter than ever this year, living up to its title of the largest light art festival in the world. Artworks will be displayed across the city in six locations: Qasr Al-Hokm district, King Abdulaziz Historical Centre, stc Metro Station, King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) Station, Public Investment Fund Tower, and JAX District. Held under the theme In the Blink of an Eye, the theme explores how light interacts with the city, its people, and time—creating an unforgettable experience. The event is part of Riyadh Art, one of the four major projects under the mandate of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City that aim to turn the capital into “a gallery without walls.”
Visit: riyadhart.sa
November 20 & 21: The Hegra Candlelit Classics return with two enchanting evenings
As candlelight flickers across ancient sandstone and the serene desert air stills, each performance will offer an intimate, sensory-rich journey through sound and setting. Legendary Japanese composer, pianist, and rock drummer YOSHIKI and the Grammy-nominated trumpet virtuoso Ibrahim Maalouf are both performing (separately and together) on November 20 under the stars in AlUla. On November 21, Grammy-winner Jon Batiste brings his iconic blend of jazz and soul to Hegra, while Lebanese singer Marilyne Naaman captivates with her powerful vocals in a magical candlelit setting.
Location: Hegra Candlelit Classics, Hegra, AlUla
Timings: Yoshiki & Ibrahim Maalouf at Hegra Candlelit Classics, Nov 20 | Jon Batiste & Marilyne Naaman at Hegra Candlelit Classics, Nov 21 | 6.30pm to 11.30pm
Cost: SAR420 for Gold ticket & SAR630 for VIP. Tickets can be purchased here for Yoshiki & Ibrahim Maalouf, and here for Jon Batiste & Marilyne Naaman.
November 22: Check out the first indoor cake festival-meets-social gathering
Riyadh Cake Picnic
Cake picnics have been going viral all over foodtok, and now, Riyadh is getting a slice. Welcome to Riyadh Cake Picnic. Whether you’re a baker, a lover of cake, the Riyadh Cake Picnic is where the city’s cake lovers come together for a delicious day out. The cake picnic will be filled with rows of talented bakers displaying their most beautiful creations, long tables of irresistible slices, and all you need to do? Grab a spoon and dig in.
Location: The location will only be shared with ticket buyers
Timings: Nov 22, 1pm
November 25 & 26: Meet the purr-fect stars of the show
Own a cat or know someone who does? The International Cat Show returns to Riyadh as part of the Pet Expo. For those interested in entering their cats, participants will be judged based on precise standards, including breed, colour, and date of birth. Judging points will be distributed according to body type, head, ears, eyes, and hair.
Location: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre
Timings: Nov 25 & 26, 4pm to 10pm
Cost: SAR50, book here
November 25 to 29: Look up for the air show
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This year’s Sand and Fun, also known as the General Aviation Airshow, will be offering a ton of activities to look forward to – from dazzling air displays and getting up close with a collection of iconic aircraft and exploring their complex details firsthand, to hangar talks with Saudi astronauts to discuss the future of sustainable general aviation and advanced technologies. We love the Aviatainment Zone, where you can try out virtual reality simulators, partake in workshops to build aircraft models and engines, and do interactive cockpit tours with pilots.
Location: Al Thumamah Airport, Riyadh
Dates: Nov 25 to Saturday 29
Cost: Ticket prices start at SAR100, book here
