15 marvellous things to do in Riyadh this weekend: May 7 to 9
Weekend energy loading
Not sure what to do this weekend in Riyadh? We’ve rounded up everything worth stepping out for – from markets and pop-ups to dining spots and one-off events.
Have a scroll through and start planning. Here’s your handy guide to the best things to do in Riyadh this weekend.
Thursday May 7
Shop the Stella McCartney x H&M collab
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Fashion people, this one’s for you. The new Stella McCartney x H&M collection launches today, reviving one of fashion’s most iconic designer high-street collaborations. Expect sharp tailoring, oversized shirts, statement accessories and plenty of pieces that will likely disappear from the rails very quickly. You can shop the collection now at H&M Riyadh Park or online via H&M Saudi Arabia.
Location: H&M Riyadh Park, Ground Floor, Northern Ring Br Rd, Al Aqiq, Riyadh 12383
Timings: Sat to Thurs 9.30am to 11pm & Fri 2pm to 11pm
Score free sides at Ferdi
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A burger and a freebie? We’re listening. Running daily until Saturday May 30, guests who order any Ferdi burger will receive either mac and cheese or fries on the house. Ideal for satisfying comfort-food cravings when one side simply isn’t enough. A perfect excuse for a casual dinner run this weekend.
Location: VIA Riyadh
Timings: Daily 1pm to 1am
Contact: 011 451 6483 | @ferdi.saudi
Make your own pressed flower bookmarks
Looking for something wholesome to do with the family this weekend? Artist Najlaa Rushdi is hosting an interactive workshop where guests can learn the art of flower pressing and create their own floral bookmarks using dried blooms and natural materials. The experience also includes a guided tour of the Biosphere and Butterfly Dome, making it more than just an arts-and-crafts session.
Location: Riyadh Oases – FoodSphere, 6871 Prince Muhammad Ibn Abd Al Aziz, Riyadh 12242
Timings: May 7, 7pm to 9pm
Cost: SAR115 per person. Book your spot here.
Try Carbone’s new sharing-style dinner menu
Carbone Riyadh has launched Selection of Carbone, a new early-evening dining experience centred on sharing plates, bold flavours, and long catch-up dinners with friends. Available daily from 5pm to 8pm (and from 1pm on weekends), the set menu features favourites such as the famous Spicy Rigatoni, Angel Hair, grilled ribeye, branzino, and indulgent desserts, with packages starting at SAR199 per person for six dishes. Ideal if you’ve been wanting the Carbone experience without committing to a full fine-dining evening.
Location: Carbone Riyadh, Mansard Riyadh, A Radisson Collection Hotel, 4248 Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Road, Ar Rabi, Riyadh 13315
Timings: Weekdays 5pm to 8pm | Weekends 1pm to 8pm
Cost: Six dishes for SAR199 per person or eight dishes for SAR249 per person (with a minimum of two guests)
Contact: 011 829 0919 | @carbone.riyadh
Watch Black Beauty under the stars in Dirab
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Calling all horse girls. Coach Rebecca is hosting a ladies-only movie night at Working Line Equestrian, featuring a screening of the classic 1994 film Black Beauty. Expect a cosy evening of cinema, horses and laid-back community vibes in Dirab, as the film tells the much-loved story of Beauty from the horse’s own perspective. Best of all, it’s completely free to attend – just book your spot in advance.
Location: Working Line Equestrian Centre, Dirab, Riyadh 19698
Timings: May 7, 8pm
Contact: DM Coach Rebecca for a spot
Friday May 8
Spend your Friday at this rooftop poolside social event
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Sunset views, DJs and poolside lounging? Sounds like a solid Friday plan to us. Pool Club Social returns with a Sunset Edition, taking over the rooftop at Flow Olaya and bringing together live music, light bites, speciality coffee, desserts and wellness activations for a laid-back evening. Expect local brands, handcrafted chai and matcha, beauty pop-ups and plenty of socialising as the city cools down for the night. Perfect if you’re after something more relaxed than a full-on party but still want to be out and about.
Location: Flow Olaya, 7389 Abdullah Ibn Zamah, Al Olaya, Riyadh 12244
Timings: May 8, 4pm to 9pm
Escape the city for a wellness day
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Swap Riyadh’s usual weekend rush for fresh air and a proper reset at The Organic Reset by Muttazen and the Saudi Yoga Committee. Taking place at Alsalwa Farm in Al Muzahmia, the full-day experience combines mobility work, bootcamp-style training, stretching, yoga, and open-air activities in a laid-back farm setting. Expect everything from massage chairs and bike rides to games, music and bites from Joe & The Juice.
Location: Alsalwa Farm, Riyadh
Timings: May 8, 3pm to 10pm
Cost: Starts at SAR500. Book your spot here or via the Meshaina app.
Dance the night away with Carl Cox in Riyadh
Riyadh’s party crowd is in for a big one. IN ACT returns with another late-night music experience, bringing legendary DJ Carl Cox to the capital alongside Saudi favourites Dish Dash. Expect booming sets, immersive visuals and the kind of energy that’ll keep you on your feet until late. Also on the line-up are Eyad, Hifi, Majid and Vinyl Mode, making this a solid weekend pick for electronic music fans.
Location: In Act – Act VIII, Plot K, JAX District, Riyadh
Timings: May 8, 6.30pm to 3.30am
Cost: Starts at SAR400. Book your tickets here.
Tee off at Five Iron Riyadh
Whether you’re serious about your swing or just in it for the social side, Five Iron Golf in KAFD is a fun weekend hangout. The indoor golf venue combines high-tech simulators, coaching sessions and laid-back food-and-drinks vibes, making it just as good for beginners as for seasoned players. Round up your mates, book a bay and prepare for a little friendly competition indoors, especially welcome in the Riyadh heat.
Location: PIF Tower, King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), Financial Plaza (Parcel 1.19), Al Aqiq, Riyadh
Timings: Sat to Wed 7am to midnight, Thurs & Fri 7am to 2am
Cost: SAR150 for 30 minutes | SAR250 for 60 minutes | SAR300 for 90 minutes | Membership starts at SAR1,500
Contact: 055 483 5181 | fiveirongolf.sa
Live music, late nights and lounge vibes at UNSTABLE
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If your ideal Friday night is more laid-back than loud, head to UNSTABLE Lounge, where Sara Chafei will take over the stage with soulful live music and mellow late-night vibes.
Location: Al Safarat, Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh 12513
Timings: May 8, 9pm to 1am
Cost: SAR200. Book your spot here.
Beast House is turning up the heat with Afro Night
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If Afrobeats and Afro House are your thing, Beast House at JAX District is the place to be this weekend. Afro Night brings together Alaa Jazaeri, Igniter and Mazo for a high-energy set packed with rhythmic beats, dancefloor anthems and another late-night party vibes.
Location: Beast House, JAX District, J12, Al Dariyah Al Jadidah, Riyadh, 13732
Timings: May 8, 9pm to 3am
Cost: Starts at SAR199. Book your tickets here.
Saturday May 9
Start your Saturday with Pilates, brunch and pool time
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Wellness mornings don’t get much better than this. Flex&Flow teams up with Almara Maison for a luxury fitness experience at the Kimpton KAFD, featuring reformer Pilates by the pool, Zen Fusion yoga, breathwork and sound healing with Asta from Almara Maison, and a nourishing brunch afterwards. There’ll also be pool access, summer swimwear from Dezert Mango and cork yoga mats from YOGIKOR, making it feel more like a wellness social than just another workout class.
Location: Kimpton KAFD Riyadh, 7422 Innovation Street, Al Aqeeq
Timings: May 9, 8am to noon | 10am to 2pm
Cost: SAR375 per person. Reserve your space now through the Flex&Flow app.
Book into Riyadh’s newest ladies-only fitness event
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Dubai’s cult-favourite workout class is making its Riyadh debut. Kayanee Wellness Club and Saudi Life: Unpacked are hosting a ladies-only SYNKRO session – a 45-minute mat-based workout blending strength, movement and a low-impact burn, using ankle weights, dumbbells and bodyweight training. Expect plenty of sweat, good energy and post-workout treats, including a smoothie, a goodie bag featuring Asteri beauty products, and a SAR100 Kayanee voucher redeemable in-store. Spaces are limited, so book quickly.
Location: Kayanee DQ, 1364 Mall, Al Safarat, Riyadh 12512
Timings: May 9, 9.30am, 1pm, 4pm & 6pm | May 10, 9.30am & 6pm
Cost: SAR350. Book your spot here.
Brunch, but make it Zuma
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Turn your Saturday into a full-on feast with a lively Baikingu brunch experience featuring unlimited sushi, robata grills, signature dishes, and an entire room dedicated to desserts. It’s the kind of indulgent afternoon that’s all about great food, good vibes with a live DJ, and going back for seconds.
Location: Zuma, KAFD, Al Aqiq, Riyadh 13519
Timings: Every Sat, 1pm to 4pm
Cost: SAR295 per person
Contact: 9200 14597
Do pilates at golden hour in Diriyah
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Swap the studio for the tennis court with Pilates on the Court, a sunset wellness session powered by lululemon at Match Point Tennis Court in Diriyah. Led by instructor Alanoud Alomani, the open-air mat Pilates class focuses on strength, balance and flow – all timed perfectly for golden hour. Post-workout perks include healthy shots from 2 Glow, granola bars from Soley, and fresh sandwiches and coffee from Archi.
Location: Match Point Tennis Court, Al Ruqiyah, Diriyah 13731
Timings: May 9, 4pm to 6pm
Cost: SAR300 per person. Book your spot here.
