This month’s Lifestyle Corner brings together a range of experiences across Saudi Arabia, from outdoor festivals and international sports in Riyadh to digital art in Diriyah, desert adventures in AlUla, and beach tennis in Jeddah. With festivals, cultural traditions, and seasonal entertainment also on the calendar, this November will offer residents and visitors plenty of ways to explore the Kingdom.
Riyadh: Major Events in the Capital
Riyadh Season
Riyadh Season returns with a ten-week program of sporting events, concerts, theatrical performances, and family entertainment. Announced attractions include Boulevard World, Boulevard City, Wonder Garden, The Groves, and the Farmers’ Market. Throughout November, visitors can explore different zones and choose from a broad calendar of activities across the capital.
Dates: Throughout November 2026; season opens October 21
Location: Various locations across Riyadh
Tickets and More Information: https://www.visitsaudi.com/en/seasons/riyadh-season
UCI Urban Cycling World Championships
Riyadh will host the UCI Urban Cycling World Championships for the second consecutive year, bringing together BMX Freestyle and trials competitions. From aerial tricks on ramps to displays of balance and precision, the championships offer spectators a chance to experience cycling disciplines that combine athletic skill with creativity.
Dates: November 3–7, 2026
Location: Riyadh
Tickets and More Information: https://www.uci.org/competition-details/2025/TRI/73824
KASHTA Festival
KASHTA brings Saudi outdoor culture into a three-day festival held within DUNES Expo. Planned activities include climbing, archery, camping gear experiences, survival skills workshops, and a dedicated children’s adventure zone. Food stalls and stage entertainment add to the program, making the festival an option for families and groups interested in outdoor recreation.
Dates: November 17–19, 2026
Location: Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall 4
Tickets, Registration, and More Information: https://kashtafestival.com/
PIF Saudi International Golf Tournament
The PIF Saudi International returns to Riyadh Golf Club as the final event of The International Series season. The tournament offers golfers and fans of the sport an opportunity to watch international professionals compete over four days. Its setting provides a different pace from the capital’s indoor shows and festivals, with spectators following the action around the course.
Dates: November 18–21, 2026
Location: Riyadh Golf Club
Tickets and More Information: https://www.uci.org/competition-details/2025/TRI/73824
King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival
For those interested in Saudi heritage, the King Abdulaziz Falconry Festival offers an opportunity to explore the longstanding tradition of falconry. The festival adds a cultural dimension to Riyadh’s November calendar, connecting visitors with a practice closely associated with the Kingdom’s history and identity.
Dates: November 17–30, 2026
Location: Riyadh
Tickets and More Information: https://www.visitsaudi.com/en/riyadh/events/king-abdulaziz-falconry-festival
Diriyah: CONTINUUM ’26
CONTINUUM ’26 presents work developed through Diriyah Art Futures’ Emerging New Media Artists Programme. The exhibition explores the meeting point of art and technology through immersive installations, moving image, sound, virtual reality, and other digital media. Visitors in early November can catch the final days of the exhibition before it closes on November 7.
Dates: Through November 7, 2026; opened September 3
Location: Diriyah Art Futures, Diriyah
Tickets and More Information: https://www.visitsaudi.com/en/diriyah/events/continuum-26-diriyah-art-futures
AlUla
AlUla Skies Festival
AlUla Skies Festival returns with experiences that invite visitors to discover the destination from above and beneath its night skies. The program includes sunrise hot air balloon journeys over Hegra, tethered balloon rides, illuminated balloon shows, and guided stargazing. With activities ranging from short ascents to evening experiences, the festival offers several ways to enjoy AlUla’s distinctive landscape.
Dates: November 6-15, 2026
Location: Various locations across AlUla
Tickets and More Information: https://www.experiencealula.com/en
Hegra Geology Hike
For visitors who prefer to explore on foot, the Hegra Geology Hike offers a guided introduction to the landscape of Saudi Arabia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site. The limited-capacity experience focuses on rock formations and geological features, providing another way to appreciate Hegra beyond its celebrated monuments. The hike runs on Saturdays throughout November.
Dates: November 7, 14, 21, and 28, 2026
Location: Hegra, AlUla
Tickets and More Information: https://www.experiencealula.com/en/places-to-go/hegra
Jeddah
International Tennis Federation Beach Tennis Sand Series Tour Finals
Jeddah will host the International Tennis Federation (ITF) Beach Tennis Sand Series Tour Finals for the first time, bringing international competition to Al Ruwais Beach. The tournament will feature the top eight men’s and women’s doubles teams in the qualifying rankings and will be staged alongside the ITF Beach Tennis New Wave event. For residents and visitors along the Red Sea coast, it offers an opportunity to discover a different side of competitive tennis in a seaside setting.
Dates: November 26–December 5, 2026
Location: Al Ruwais Beach, Jeddah
Tickets and More Information: https://www.itftennis.com/en2026/
