These are the opening dates for all the Riyadh Season 2025 zones
We’re talking mark-your-calendar-worthy dates here
Riyadh Season 2025 is already one for the ages, and it has only just begun. But then, truly, what do you expect from the biggest citywide festival of its kind in the region? Returning with a wide array of incredible zones, some familiar faces, and some entirely new concepts.
This is when all the Riyadh Season 2025 zones are opening their doors.
Boulevard Riyadh City
Ask anyone about Riyadh Season, and one of the first things they would mention would be Boulevard Riyadh City. And in 2025, Boulevard Riyadh City will be welcoming the new experiences, including a The Conjuring experience, a Funko experience, and Minecraft experience, too, among many others. The zone opened its doors right after the opening ceremony on Friday October 10.
Location: Hittin
Opening date: Ocotber 10
Boulevard World
Riyadh Season 2025 zones
Boulevard World is where you go to travel without ever leaving the city. It’s one of Riyadh Season’s most impressive zones ever, and a definitive crowd pleaser in the city (we’re not kidding, there was a line out the doors to get in when the zone opened). This year, explore exciting new zones from Indonesia, South Korea, and Kuwait, along with refreshed favourites that offer a deeper journey into global cultures. The zone opened its doors on Saturday October 11.
Location: Hittin
Opening date: October 11
Suwaidi Park
Riyadh Season’s most vibrant celebration of cultural diversity at Al-Suwaidi Park is back. Suwaidi Park transforms its green space into a cultural hub, with each week showcasing one of 13 diverse cultures, including Yemen, Sudan, Syria, Palestine, Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and India. These events include 49 concerts, 84 theatrical performances, and 100 carnivals.
Location: Al Suwaidi Park, Al Suwaidi
Opening date: Sunday November 2
The Groves
Another fan favourite with a cult-like following (we’re fans too in case you didn’t gether just yet) Riyadh Season zone The Groves is returning to the Al-Rafiah neighbourhood, featuring a theatre overlooking a lake with new lounges and experiences. You can look forward to enjoying this experience on Wenesday November 5.
Location: Hizam Park, Ar Rafiah
Opening date: Wednesday November 5
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
Boulevard 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
Riyadh Zoo
Riyadh Zoo first opened its doors to the public way back in 1987 and has become part of the glorious Riyadh Season. As part of the deal, the gorgeous zone is back for the fourth year in a row.
A key feature of Riyadh Season, the zoo returns this year with a host of new and educational experiences, from a giraffe exhibit and a reptile house to exciting shows and interactive programs that offer families a refreshing experience.
Housing more than 1,600 animals from 170 species, spread across six indoor zones, the park also offers educational and interactive experiences for kiddos and fams, making it an ideal place to explore the animal world in a fun and exciting atmosphere.
Location: Al Malaz
Opening date: Thursday November 20
Timings: 9am to 5pm
Visit: riyadhseason.com
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