Culture - What's On Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/section/culture/ Things to do in Riyadh, Jeddah and Saudi Arabia. Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:45:42 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/cropped-wo-fevicon-32x32.jpg Culture - What's On Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/section/culture/ 32 32 What is AlUla Manara? Here’s everything you need to know https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/06/what-is-alula-manara-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/ Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:35:00 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=40031 Witness the cosmos up close in AlUla AlUla is already one of the Kingdom’s top stargazing destinations, thanks to its vast desert landscapes and remarkably clear night skies. Now, plans for a landmark attraction aim to build on that reputation even further. The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) has approved the design of AlUla Manara, […]

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]]> There is a new seaside cinema in the Eastern Province – but not for long https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/06/new-seaside-cinema-in-the-eastern-province/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:07:25 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39639 Movie nights in Qatif have just got an upgrade Grab the popcorn. A new cinema experience has arrived on Qatif Corniche, one of the Eastern Province’s most popular waterfront destinations. It’s the latest addition to the area’s growing entertainment scene, bringing movie nights to a stretch of waterfront already popular for its cafés, restaurants and […]

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]]> Jeddah makes a Hollywood cameo in Guy Ritchie’s new film https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/05/jeddah-makes-a-hollywood-cameo-in-guy-ritchies-new-film/ Thu, 28 May 2026 05:05:40 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39536 The coastal city quietly steals the show in In The Grey, and Saudi film fans will definitely recognise a few familiar backdrops  There’s a scene in In The Grey that viewers in Saudi Arabia may suddenly do a double-take at. Amid the action-packed sequences, gritty cinematography and Guy Ritchie’s signature chaos, a very familiar backdrop […]

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]]> The National Museum is hosting a free cultural festival this weekend https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/05/the-national-museum-free-cultural-festival-this-weekend/ Thu, 14 May 2026 12:39:56 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39301 Panels, performances, workshops and even an AI-powered museum journey are all part of the line-up If you haven’t been to the National Museum in a while, this weekend might be your excuse to finally go back. And if, like us, you’re one who loves wandering through galleries, then even better. To mark International Museum Day […]

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]]> Where to buy the Audemars Piguet x Swatch Royal Pop watch in Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/05/audemars-piguet-swatch-royal-pop-watch-saudi-arabia/ Wed, 13 May 2026 11:35:26 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39234 Dropping on May 16, the limited edition timepieces will only be available in Riyadh Get ready for the collab of the century. The watch world will never be the same. Swiss watch brands Audemars Piguet (AP) and Swatch are teaming up for a limited edition Royal Pop Collection. And in a clever move by the […]

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]]> This new theatre play in Riyadh comes with live music and plenty of drama https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/05/new-theatre-play-in-riyadh/ Mon, 11 May 2026 07:26:55 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39168 If your inner thoughts had a stage, this would probably be the show Curtains up, Riyadh. The city’s theatre scene may still be finding its feet, but theatre enthusiasts are finally getting more than the occasional performance to look forward to. Taking over The Warehouse in JAX District on Monday May 18 and Tuesday May […]

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]]> You can soon check out the first-ever dual art exhibition in the UAE and Saudi Arabia https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/05/first-ever-dual-exhibition-in-the-uae-and-saudi-arabia/ Tue, 05 May 2026 16:17:22 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39093 The Saudi version will start this month Saudi Arabia never runs short of incredible art displays and exhibitions, be it in Riyadh or Jeddah. We love our exhibitions, and thankfully, they love us right back, as there is always a plethora to check out. Now, we get to check out something completely new. Are you […]

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]]> Say cheese at the soon-to-be-opened Khobar Camera Museum https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/05/khobar-camera-museum/ Mon, 04 May 2026 07:16:57 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39034 Strike a pose When you think of museums, the first few things that come to mind are artworks, paintings, and sculptures – you know, the more traditional things people have grown to expect when visiting them. That’s all about to change with the arrival of the Khobar Camera Museum. Believed to be the first camera […]

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]]> You can currently get free entry to Diriyah and Bujairi Terrace https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/05/free-entry-to-diriyah-and-bujairi-terrace/ Sun, 03 May 2026 08:33:42 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39005 Now’s the perfect time to visit Diriyah is a gem in Riyadh for a multitude of reasons. Whether you’re looking for that perfect mesh between the past, present, and future or a dining destination like no other, this is the place to be. The area has time and time again served as the one location […]

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]]> What to expect during the Diriyah Contemporary Arts Biennale 2026 closing weekend https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/2026/04/diriyah-contemporary-arts-biennale-2026-closing-weekend/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:18:10 +0000 https://whatsonsaudiarabia.com/?p=39000 Everything to do and see All good things must come to an end, and unfortunately, this statement rings true for our beloved Diriyah Contemporary Arts Biennale 2026. But before the curtain closes, the event still has a few tricks up its sleeve. Here’s everything to look forward to for the Diriyah Contemporary Arts Biennale 2026 closing […]

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