10 brilliant things to do in Riyadh this weekend: June 11 to 13
There’s plenty of fun to be had
Shut your laptop for the weekend and see our roundup of the most exciting events happening now, from pop-up markets featuring viral lifestyle brands and buzzy collaborations to must-see exhibitions.
So, open your calendars and bookmark these 10 brilliant things to do in Riyadh this weekend.
Thursday June 11
Add a little French Riviera flair to your lunch break
Long lunches are getting a summer makeover at La Petite Maison Riyadh. Throughout June, the restaurant is serving a rosé-inspired version of its popular business lunch, bringing a touch of the French Riviera to the city with seasonal Mediterranean dishes, pink floral accents and unlimited Wild Idol non-alcoholic rosé pairings. Choose between a two-course menu (SAR180) or a three-course experience (SAR230), with highlights including watermelon gazpacho, summer heirloom beetroot salad, seafood orzo, black cod with asparagus and pineapple carpaccio with mint sorbet.
What: Rosé-Inspired Business Lunch
Where: La Petite Maison (LPM) Riyadh, Al Motassem Street, Al Olaya, Riyadh 12212
When: Sun to Thurs 12.30pm to 3.30pm
Dance the night away at Beast House
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Melotech is back with a fresh concept for Riyadh’s electronic music crowd. Taking over Beast House, it promises a revamped experience, featuring a new venue layout, an upgraded sound system, enhanced production and a dancefloor built for long nights. Headlined by The Element, the night will also feature supporting sets from RDJ and Emad, bringing a mix of melodic and underground sounds to the capital.
What: Melotech presents The Element in Riyadh
Where: Beast House, JAX District
When: June 11, 7pm to 3am
Cost: Tickets start at SAR200. Book your tickets here.
Watch the World Cup from a rooftop in Riyadh
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Football fans, this one’s for you. The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on Thursday, June 11, and you can catch all the action from the penthouse at Fairmont Riyadh. Taking over Level 7, the rooftop viewing experience pairs live match screenings with skyline views, food, drinks and shisha in an elevated indoor-outdoor setting. If you’re looking for more places to watch the matches across the capital, check out our guide to the best World Cup fan zones and screening venues in Riyadh.
What: Where Football Meets The Skyline
Where: Fairmont Hotel Riyadh, Rooftop Level 7
When: From June 11
Friday June 12
Treat the kids to a morning of crafts and cookies
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If you’re looking for a family-friendly way to kick off the weekend, Fareen Bakery and SproutBox have teamed up for a sweet summer event at Orouba Square. On Friday June 12, little ones can get creative with cookie colouring and flower-crafting activities while enjoying ice cream treats along the way. The best part? Parents can sit back with a complimentary coffee while the kids stay busy making masterpieces and new friends.
What: Sweet Summer Escape
Where: Fareen Bakery, Orouba Square, Al Orouba Road, Umm Al Hamam Al Gharbi, Riyadh 12326
When: June 12, 10am to noon
Cost: SAR55 for one child and parents, or SAR95 for two children and parents. Book your spot here.
Sip your way through four KAYALI-inspired drinks
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Coffee and fragrance come together in this limited-time collaboration, arriving in Saudi Arabia for the first time. From Saturday June 6 to Sunday June 14, Saddle House Riyadh will serve four exclusive drinks inspired by KAYALI’s Freedom Collection, giving guests the chance to experience the fragrances through flavour. Alongside the special menu, visitors can explore a co-branded coffee-and-fragrance station designed to bring the collection to life in an immersive, Instagram-worthy setting. Whether you’re a fragrance lover, a coffee enthusiast, or both, this pop-up is worth checking out this weekend.
Where: Saddle House, 1364 Complex, Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh
When: June 6 to 14
Discover the art of candle making
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Looking to start a new hobby or enhance your skills? Bonjour Arabia is organising a candle workshop, where you will create your own unique scented candle. Learn to melt wax, add essential oils, install wicks, and age aromatic wax for a truly unique sensory experience.
What: Candle Workshop
When: June 12, 5pm to 6pm
Where: Bonjour Arabia, Ad Dawh Al Kabir, Samhan, Diriyah 13712
Cost: SAR250. DM @bonjour.arabia
Catch techno heavyweight Oliver Huntemann in Riyadh
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Riyadh’s electronic music scene is in for a big night as Madhaūs kicks off its summer residency at Unstable. Leading the line-up is German techno heavyweight Oliver Huntemann, returning to the capital for a second round after a standout appearance. Expect energetic beats, driving basslines and plenty of late-night dancefloor moments as he takes over the decks alongside supporting acts Moses and Mania B2B Noa.
What: Madhaūs Lands at Unstable in Riyadh
Where: Unstable, attache, Diplomatic Quarter
When: June 12, 9pm to 3am
Cost: Starts at SAR250 and tickets can be purchased here.
Saturday June 13
Start your Saturday with Pilates at Bab Samhan
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If you’re looking to reset this weekend, Saturday June 13 also happens to be Global Wellness Day, making it the perfect excuse to prioritise some self-care. Saudi Pilates Collective (SPC) and Bab Samhan have teamed up for a weekly wellness series that combines signature mat Pilates with a relaxed social experience in one of Diriyah’s most beautiful settings. Expect a 40-minute Pilates session, complimentary refreshments, heritage-inspired surroundings, and the chance to connect with like-minded women afterwards. Looking for more ways to celebrate Global Wellness Day? Check out our guide to the best wellness events happening across Riyadh this weekend.
What: SPC x Bab Samhan – Morning Flow
Where: Bab Samhan, a Luxury Collection Hotel, D, 7628 King Faisal Ibn Abd Al Aziz, Road, Riyadh 13712
When: June 13, 10.30am to 11.30am
Cost: SAR185. Book your spot here.
Head to Aquarabia for a first-of-its-kind surfing competition
You don’t need to head to the coast to catch some surfing action this weekend. On Saturday June 13, Aquarabia Qiddiya City will host Red Bull Pool Clash, the Kingdom’s first-ever pool-surf competition. Taking place at Surftopia’s wave pool, the event will see surfers battle it out on perfectly consistent waves, with judges scoring style, creativity, execution and innovation. Expect a lively atmosphere with music, crowds and plenty of impressive tricks throughout the day. Registration remains open for competitors, while spectators are welcome to watch from the sidelines.
What: Red Bull Pool Clash
Where: Surftopia, Aquarabia Qiddiya City
When: June 13, from noon (Doors open at 10am)
Book a table at Madeo
If you’ve been meaning to revisit Madeo, now’s the time. The beloved Italian restaurant is celebrating three years in Riyadh with a new summer menu crafted by Madeo’s Gianni Vietina and Riyadh’s lead chef, Alessandro Bottazzi. Expect lighter seasonal dishes alongside the restaurant’s signature favourites, including risotto with prawns and asparagus, linguine with Maine lobster, handmade ossobuco ravioli, burrata with caponata, and the famous veal cotoletta. The summer celebrations also feature DJ nights and special seasonal activations, giving you another reason to secure a table at one of Riyadh’s most sought-after restaurants.
Where: Madeo, VIA Riyadh
When: Sun to Thurs, 6pm to midnight | Fri & Sat 1pm to midnight
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