10 top things to do in Jeddah this weekend: Aug 22 to Aug 24
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With back-to-school officially back in the running, weekends are when the city comes alive. Be it top activities or top restaurants to try, these are the best things to do in Jeddah this weekend.
Thursday August 22
Try out Joe & The Juice
This juice bar is very well-loved all over the world for its zesty juices, fresh salads and organic ingredients. And Jeddah is finally getting a taste. Known for its fast, grab-and-go bites, Joe & The Juice offers so much more than its namesake juice. The Jeddah branch will be opening its doors at Abdul Maqsoud Khoja St. in Ar Rawdah.
Joe & The Juice Jeddah, Ar Rawdah. Opening soon. @joeandthejuiceksa
NU Metal Night at Makan Pro
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This weekend, metalheads it’s your time to shine. Makan Music Centre is going to be hosting a NU Metal Night where you can share your favorite song on stage.
NU Metal Night, 6288 Ismail Al Jawhari, Al Basateen, doors open 9pm. @makan.pro
Party it up at Balad Social
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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 all-new intimate music gathering known as the ‘Lobby Edition’. This little soiree will take place on Thursday July 18 from 10pm to 3am, but it will be at a different, exclusive location this time. Hint: It will be an indoor venue. Performing artists include Dish Dash, Future Loop, and Samm.
Balad Social: Lobby Edition, July 18, 10pm to 3am, Red Sea Palace Hotel, Balad, Jeddah. Book your tickets here. @mdlbeast
Friday August 23
Go shopping
With more than 150 brands from around the region, Homegrown Market sells clothes, jewellery, stationery, homeware, fragrances, and more all summer-themed. While you’re there, grab a cup of delicious iced matcha.
Homegrown Market, Prince Saud Al Faisal, Ar Rawdah, Jeddah 23432, Sat to Thurs 10am to 10pm & Fri 5pm to 10pm. @homegrown_market
Walk through a new exhibition
There’s a cool exhibition in town at everyone’s favourite arty venue, Hayy Jameel. Curated by Ahmed Alaqraa and Abdulrahman Shabaneh, the exhibition is titled ‘Salt-Kissed: Of Vessels That Have Sailed The Red Sea.’ The exhibition explores a collection of untold narratives anchored by the stories of eight ships that once sailed the Red Sea bearing witness to the idiosyncrasies within its swarming body.
Salt-Kissed: Of Vessels That Have Sailed The Red Sea, Hayy Jameel. @hayyjameel
Son of a Bee
One of Jeddah’s favourite matcha places is back on the map. Son of a Bee is back with a brand-new location on Stars Avenue. The new location now offers a lot more on the menu including more sweet treats, cocktails, and savoury breakfast items, including their usual Matcha-oriented drinks and speciality coffee.
Son of a Bee, Stars Avenue, Al Zahra, Sat to Wed 7am to 1am, Thu to Fri 7am to 2am. @sonofabee.sa
Saturday August 24
Complete your back-to-school shopping
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Want to get your shopping done in a fun way? Head to the Jeddah Superdome and get all your back-to- school essentials including backpacks and so much more.
Back to School at Jeddah Superdome, King Abdulaziz International Airport. @jed.calendar
Speed away at Summer Speed Festival
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The Jeddah Corniche Circuit is the fastest street circuit in Formula One, and now the 6.174-kilometre track is inviting you to join in on the fun. Welcome to the Summer Speed Festival in Jeddah. Set to become a premier highlight in Jeddah’s event calendar for everyone over the age of 14, this year, the festival will go on until Saturday August 31.
Summer Speed Festival, Jeddah Corniche Circuit. webook.com
Take your fitness regime to higher levels
When it comes to the best exclusive gyms in Jeddah, Core – open to both men and women – is always right near the top of the list. It features all the latest equipment and gives you access to some of the finest fitness coaches. Plus, there’s a jam-packed schedule of classes on offer for members. The social wellness club is also home to one of the finest spas, which comes with a sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi vitality pool – perfect for a spot of post-workout relaxation.
Core Social Wellness Club, 2803 6972 Al Harith Ibn Amr, Al Murjan, Jeddah 23712, Sun to Wed 7am to 9pm, Fri 9am to 4pm & Sat 9am to 9pm. Tel: 9200 01223. @core.jeddah
Experience the thrill of smashing stuff
Rough week? Wanna Smash? will let you smash everything – an experience that’s sure to get all your stress out. Packages here are packed full of fun things to smash, with each session coming with at least ten bottles and five plates for you to do as you please. If you want even more, you can purchase the different packages, starting from SAR40.
Wanna Smash?, Musaadia Centre (next to Enter10 Bowling), Jeddah 23324, daily 5pm to 1am. @wanna_smash.sa