Riyadh Season back with global experiences

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Updated 19 October 2022
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Riyadh Season back with global experiences

  • This year’s event will offer visitors a wide range of entertainment options across 15 zones

JEDDAH: The third Riyadh Season will kick off on Oct. 21 with more than 8,500 activities, under the slogan “Beyond Imagination.”

This year’s event will offer visitors a wide range of entertainment options across 15 zones, each characterized by a variety of activities and events, including stores, cafes, restaurants, games, theaters, and a number of new global experiences.

The zones include: Boulevard World, Boulevard Riyadh City, Winter Wonderland, Al-Murabaa, Sky Riyadh, Via Riyadh, Riyadh Zoo, Little Riyadh, The Groves, Imagination Park, Al-Suwaidi Park, Souq Al-Zel, Qariat Zaman, Fan Festival and Riyadh Front.

The Groves zone will allow visitors to experience living in the North Pole through the ice lounge, which is the first of its kind in the Kingdom and transports people to low temperatures of up to -18 C.

Qariat Zaman will offer visitors an archaeological window into a historical era through its sections: Oldies Theater, Marbles Valley, Backyard Stadium, Meznah’s House, Saudia Channel One, Al-Meydan, and Bazaar.

The area gives visitors a tour of the past and its long-standing customs.

In addition, there are numerous old-style stores, cafes, and restaurants where visitors may learn about historical lifestyles in an exciting setting.

More than 1,300 animals from 190 species will be housed at the Riyadh Zoo zone. Visitors will enjoy watching them and taking pictures, and can also take part in other engaging activities like feeding them and watching entertaining performances.

The Little Riyadh zone, located in the Diplomatic Quarter, features many entertainment events, such as live musical shows, a farmers' market for local products and various workshops. The zone will also include yoga and aerobics sessions.


Interactive experiences bring stories of courage and patience to life at Prince Turki bin Saud Palace

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Interactive experiences bring stories of courage and patience to life at Prince Turki bin Saud Palace

RIYADH: At the historic Prince Turki bin Saud Palace in Diriyah, past and present converge as immersive experiences revive stories of courage, patience and resilience rooted in the era of the First Saudi State.

The palace is one of the key landmarks featured in the “Hal Al-Qusoor” program, a flagship initiative of Diriyah Season 25/26, drawing visitors eager to explore a site rich in cultural and social significance.

Prince Turki was born in the At-Turaif District of historic Diriyah in the late 12th century AH (18th century). He grew up in an environment shaped by courage, horsemanship and leadership, influenced by his father, Imam Saud bin Abdulaziz, the commander of the First Saudi State’s armies.

Located in the southern part of the At-Turaif District, the palace was constructed in the early 13th century AH and reflects the traditional Najdi architectural style.

Built using mud bricks, stone and tamarisk wood, the structure consists of two floors arranged around a central courtyard.

Its wide gates and multiple exits reflect both the architectural traditions of the time and the practical realities of life during that era.

As visitors move through the palace, they can imagine the discussions and strategic decisions that once took place within its walls and contributed to Diriyah’s resilience.

Today, interactive experiences enhanced by sound and lighting technologies bring these historical narratives to life, offering an engaging window into the past.

From private living spaces to formal reception and meeting halls, the palace presents a vivid picture of daily life during the First Saudi State, with architectural details that echo stories of bravery and steadfastness.

Diriyah Season 25/26 supports the vision of the Diriyah Gate Development Authority by reinforcing Diriyah’s role as the birthplace of the Saudi State.