Everything you need to know about Riyadh Season 2024

Arab Weather - The launch date of Riyadh Season 2024 was announced at a press conference on August 28, where His Excellency Advisor Turki Al-Sheikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority, revealed that the season will start on Saturday, October 12, 2024. This event is one of the largest entertainment events in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and its fifth edition comes loaded with many diverse activities that infuse vitality throughout the capital, Riyadh. The season is expected to witness unprecedented events that reflect the development of the entertainment sector in the Kingdom.

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Riyadh Season 2024 Events

At a press conference held in Via Riyadh, one of the season’s zones, Advisor Turki Al-Sheikh announced that Riyadh Season 2024 will include 14 new entertainment zones. This year’s season spans an area of more than 7.2 million square meters, making it the largest season to date. 4,200 contracts have been signed with 2,100 companies, 95% of which are local, to support and develop the Kingdom’s national workforce. The season includes many major events, including sports matches, concerts, and cultural activities, making it an event that the public eagerly awaits.

Press conference to launch #RiyadhSeason 2024 Details of the most important events, activities and major changes in the season's areas #RiyadhSeason #BigTime pic.twitter.com/ycYqlYyg8E

- TURKI ALALSHIKH (@Turki_alalshikh) August 28, 2024

Riyadh Season 2024 Opening Ceremony

The opening event will take place at the Kingdom Arena on Saturday, October 12, 2024, which has been expanded by more than 40% to accommodate the largest possible number of visitors. The opening ceremony will include the light heavyweight world title fight between Russian champions Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol in the highly anticipated “IV CROWN SHOWDOWN”. The ceremony will also include a singing segment by one of the international stars who was announced as a surprise for the event, further increasing the audience’s excitement.

• The most prominent sports and artistic activities

In addition to the big sporting match, the 2024 CAF Super Cup will be held between Egyptian teams Al Ahly and Zamalek, a match that attracts football fans from all over the world. In addition, boxing fans will be watching the highly anticipated rematch between champions Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. These sporting events are just a few of the events that the season will offer, as a schedule has been prepared full of exciting and unique experiences that cater to the interests of a diverse audience.

Riyadh Season 2024 areas

The new Riyadh Season includes a group of areas that have been developed and improved to meet the expectations of visitors. Here is a look at the most prominent areas that will be part of the Riyadh Season 2024:

• Boulevard City

Boulevard City is one of the most popular areas among visitors to previous Riyadh seasons, and this year it will witness major expansions. According to the announcement of His Excellency the Advisor, more than 40 new experiences and events have been added, in addition to 25 restaurants and cafes, 12 plays, and 12 concerts. Boulevard City is scheduled to witness a comedy night with the star of the famous "Bad Boys" movie series, Martin Lawrence. There will also be a special experience for anime fans with the "Detective Conan" show, in addition to a musical performance by the famous composer "Hans Zimmer". The area will also include the giant dinosaur "Ululu" exhibition, which is more than 20 meters high.

• Boulevard World

This area will also witness major expansions, as the number of areas will be increased to 19 new areas inspired by countries around the world, including a special area for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Iran, Africa, and the French Courchevel area. The area will also include 300 restaurants and cafes, more than 1,400 shops, and 21 new diverse events.

• Windor Garden

In its second edition, the Wonder Garden area has been enhanced to accommodate 23,000 people, covering an area of nearly half a million square meters. This area will include more than 60 theatrical shows and interactive experiences, in addition to 65 games and experiences, and more than 40 restaurants. Wonder Garden is an ideal destination for families and children, thanks to the wide variety of activities available.

• The Venue

One of the new areas added to Riyadh Season 2024, “THE VENUE” is a destination for large-scale events. Built in 50 days, this area is equipped with the latest audio-visual technologies to accommodate 8,000 people. The Venue will host many events, including the famous tennis tournament “Six King Slam”, and the major fashion event “1000 Seasons and Seasons” in partnership with the world-famous designer Elie Saab.

• Boulevard Runway

This area is one of the new and distinctive additions to Riyadh Season 2024, as a partnership contract was signed to implement it with "Saudi Airlines". This area extends over an area of 140 thousand square meters, and allows visitors the opportunity to explore three Boeing 777 aircraft and enjoy a dining experience inside them or from the control tower overlooking the runway.

• Al Suwaidi Park

Al Suwaidi Park is one of the free areas that reflects the diversity of cultures. This year, the park includes 8 countries and 9 world cultures, where visitors can enjoy popular foods, traditional music and dances, in addition to handicrafts that embody the heritage of each country.

• The first market

Souq Al-Oulain is one of the areas that embodies the Saudi identity and provides a unique shopping experience that includes traditional handicrafts and heritage fashion. The market reflects the culture of the Kingdom across several regions and allows visitors to explore the diverse heritage of the Kingdom.

• The Groves

The Groves returns for the third time in Riyadh Season, this time in a new, permanent location in Al Rafia district. The area features a theater overlooking a lake and offers new experiences for the first time in Riyadh.

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Riyadh Season opens on October 12 #Riyadh_Season2024 pic.twitter.com/If8nXOHndw

- Naif Saudi (@naifsaudi4) August 6, 2024

Riyadh Season 2024 Tickets

Many people are wondering how to get tickets for the Riyadh Season 2024, and the General Entertainment Authority has announced that tickets will be offered through the "webook.com" platform. Not all areas require paid tickets, as there are some free areas, but visitors must book their tickets in advance to ensure their entry to the events and areas they wish to visit.

In short, Riyadh Season 2024 is an exceptional event that combines entertainment, culture, and sports in an unforgettable experience for everyone.

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