10 awesome things to do in Jeddah this week: November 3 to 6
Events and activities you simply can’t miss…
Plan your week the right way and use our handy guide of the best things to do in Jeddah this week. We’ve got everything from family-friendly activities to popular dining destinations that’ll keep your calendar filled.
Here are ten awesome things to do in Jeddah this week.
Sunday November 3
Relax in this cosy, sheltered rooftop restaurant
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Want views with your food? Head to Hap Lounge, an indoor rooftop spot with irresistible vibes and crowd-pleasing sharing food. Whether you’re here for a breakfast date, family lunch or dinner with friends, the cosy spot is perfect. We recommend their three-course set lunch menu, where you can dig into salad, penne Arabiatta, beef burger, Tiramisu and more for just SAR129, available from 1pm to 5pm.
Hap Lounge, 6512 4276 King Abdulaziz Branch Rd, Al Murjan, Jeddah 23715, daily 8am to 2am. @haplounge
Get creative with your hands
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Even if your only knowledge of the pottery wheel comes from that iconic scene in “Ghost”, you’ll pick up the technique quickly at Saran Pots. Cover the basics of creating and painting ceramic forms in this wheel class that’s open to all levels. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to work with the instructor one-on-one if you need extra help.
Saran Pots, Red Sea Mall, Gate 18, Basement Floor, 3pm to 11pm. @saranpots
Monday November 4
Hunker down for some serious work at Vibes
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It’s all in the name, and we’re calling this co-working space the best place to whittle down your to-do list. Vibes has many things to offer aside from just the cool vibes itself, including a desk that you can use from 9am to 6pm and unlimited wifi. Facilities-wise, Vibes has shared desks, private office suites, break-out lounges, and meeting rooms, which can suit your mode of working, whether that is slumping over, sitting on a normal chair, and even standing.
VIBES Offices, 2823 Prince Saud Al Faisal, Ar Rawdah, Jeddah 23431, Sun to Thurs 9am to 6pm. @vibesoffices
Cheer your favourite football club
Whether you’re a die hard football fan or just in it for the fun, don’t miss the opportunity to attend the match between Al-Ahli Saudi Club and Al-Shorta Iraqi Club at King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah on Monday November 4 at 7 pm in the AFC Champions League Elite Championship.
Al-Ahli vs Al-Shorta SC | Asian Elite Championship, Nov 4, 7pm, King Abdullah Sports City, Jeddah. Tickets start from SAR20 and can be purchased here.
Experience lightning-fast delivery with noon Minutes
If you haven’t heard, noon Minutes has officially launched in Jeddah, bringing its 15-minute delivery magic to the streets of Jeddah. Now, residents can get everything they need in just 15 minutes — whether it’s groceries, snacks, electronics, beauty products, or toys, noon Minutes delivers it all in no time. The app launches with a lineup of top brands like Almarai, L’usine, LEGO, L’Oreal, Apple, Baskin Robbins and more. Plus, new customers can enjoy 40 per cent off and free delivery on the first three orders. With the service fully available across Riyadh, noon Minutes is now delivering to key areas in Jeddah, such as Rabwah, Mohammediyah, Al Naseem, South Obhur, Faisaliyah, and Alzumrod, with plans for a citywide launch soon.
Tuesday November 5
Enjoy a ladies’ day at Mangrove Beach Resort
Mangrove Beach Resort, with an abundance of sun loungers, offering pool and beach-side tanning opportunities, invites ladies to start the week strong. From 8am to 5pm on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, ladies can enjoy beach entry for just SAR99 or SAR120, which includes a meal and a drink.
Ladies Day at Mangrove Beach Resort, every Sun, Tues & Thurs, 8am to 5pm, Mangrove Beach Resort, Prince Abdullah Al Faisal St, Obhur Al Shamaliyah, Jeddah 23815. Tel: 056 941 4666. SAR99 for beach entry. Book your spot here. @mangrovebeach.sa
Feel the breeze and hear the beats at Soleil Rooftop
Rosewood Jeddah opens the much-anticipated Soleil Rooftop. The vibrant open-air lounge offers an exciting new dining destination in collaboration with ZN, one of Jeddah’s finest Japanese restaurants. This partnership introduces an exclusive limited-time menu that perfectly complements Soleil Rooftop’s breathtaking panoramic views of the Red Sea and the Jeddah skyline. Standout dishes include the refreshing Avocado Shrimp Salad, Tandoori Chicken Wrap, the rich 9-hour Braised Beef Brisket Bao, Dynamite Shrimp drizzled with sriracha mayonnaise and chilli sauce, Sweet Lime Salmon Sushi and Spicy Truffle Salmon Sushi. The collaboration menu is complemented with an exquisite selection of signature drinks, and uninterrupted views – the perfect combination of flavour and ambiance. Sign us up.
Soleil Rooftop, 17th Floor, Rosewood Jeddah, daily 5pm to 2am. @soleil_jeddah
Wednesday November 6
Fun aplenty at Cyan Waterpark
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Every day in Jeddah is a good water park play day. Cool off at the Cyan Waterpark for the ultimate day of sun and fun. Here, you’ll find wave pools for little ones and families, a lazy river, and a variety of water games and interactive attractions. Don’t fancy splashing in the water? There’s also a kids activity centre where the little ones can be Little Chefs for the day and cook up some fun, unleash their inner artist, create wood work, and have fun shooting games. A fun family day out.
Cyan Waterpark, 4740 King Saud Rd, Jeddah 23829, daily 4pm to 11pm. SAR155 for adults & SAR125 for children. Book your tickets via the Cyan Waterpark mobile app. Separate prices apply for the kids activity centre. @cyanwaterpark
Nothing’s quite as soul-warming as enjoying shabu-shabu
If you’ve never heard of nor had shabu-shabu, then you’re in for a treat. Roka has launched an exciting new dining experience, and it will satisfy meat-loving connoisseurs and hotpot enthusiasts. The shabu-shabu night at Roka takes place every Wednesday from 6pm. Priced at SAR200 per person, it includes a selection of vegetables, Wagyu beef, and dipping sauces, such as chilli-ginger, ponzu-wasabi, and sesame-ginger. Still feeling famished? Additional vegetables can be ordered for SAR30 and SAR50 for extra Wagyu beef.
Shabu-shabu Night, every Wed, from 6pm, Roka Jeddah, Al Khalidiyyah, Jeddah 23421. @rokarestaurant.ksa
Catch a new film at AMC Cinemas
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The first cinema operator in Saudi Arabia, AMC Cinemas has some of the comfiest seats in the city and a great range of snacks and drinks on offer. We’re particularly fond of its super saver offer, where you can enjoy a large popcorn, a soft drink and a standard ticket starting from SAR65. Even better, on Wednesdays, if you were to book your ticket on any experience, you’ll get the second one for only SAR1.
AMC Cinemas, Stars Avenue Mall, King Abdul Aziz Rd, Al Zahra, Jeddah 23424. Book here. @amc_cinemas_sa
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