Though the weather has picked up slightly as September rolled around, it’s still a little too hot to be outside right now. Outdoor activities do not sound appealing, and indoor ones are tough to find. But worry not! We’re here to guide you to the five top spots in Riyadh for indoor activities.
404 Not Found.
The self-appointed “it” hangout spot, 404 Not Found is a hidden arcade for adults 16 years old and older. From board games like jackaroo to a Nintendo switch, billiard, basketball, a car racing simulator, MMA, pong, ping pong, air hockey, an arcade, PlayStation, and bowling, this arcade has it all!
Feeling thirsty after all the games? 404 Not Found has got you covered. They offer different beverages from coffee to mojitos and even hot chocolate.
To play the games, you’d have to purchase a card for 60 riyals. 60 riyals is the equivalent of 60 points, 30 riyals being 30 points, 100 being 100 points, and so on.
This entertainment center is open everyday from 5:30 pm till 1:00 am and is located in As Sawalimah, Al Muruj.
Instagram: @wefound404.
Battle Kart
Experience what it’s like to play inside a video game in this unique karting spot. With graphics below and all around you as you drive a go-kart, Battle Kart immerses you in an augmented reality, blurring the lines between what’s real and what isn’t.
And of course, you get to choose which game you want to play: Battlerace, Battlefoot, Battlesnake, Battlecolor, or Battlevirus.
The first game costs 120 riyals. The game after is less at 100 riyals and all the ones after even less at 80 riyals. A great deal, we’d say!
Battle Kart is open on weekdays from 4 pm till 1 am, and from 2 pm till 2 am on weekends.
Instagram @battlekart_ruh
The Warehouse
A live music venue, the Warehouse is an unique experience for artists and their admirers alike.
Some of their upcoming performances include:
- On the 4th of September there will be an open mic night, where you can be the star of the night, showcasing any talent. It starts at 8:00 pm and ends at 12:00 am.
- Cloud 9, a celebration of 51 years of hip hop. The line up is DJ NILE BOI, DJ SHAOLIN B2B SHANCOTY, DJ SPARZH B2B C JAY. Coming on the 6th of September from 8:30 pm till 1:00 am, it’s not to be missed! Tickets are 150 riyals for regular view and 230 riyals for the balcony view.
- On the 7th of September, there will be Karaoke with Majid Al-Mohandis, an Iraqi-Saudi singer who plays the oud. Tickets are worth 80 riyals.
It is located on Al Bahar Al Arabi, Ishbiliya.
Instagram @twh_ksa
Whipped Dream Artistry
If you’re the type of person who prefers a peaceful night in, this place might just be for you.
For the first time ever in the Kingdom, Whipped Dream Artistry gives you an opportunity to make Decoden, a Japanese decorative art technique that involves embellishing everyday objects such as phones or hair brushes with rhinestones, beads, pearls, and tiny figurines.
Whipped Dream Artistry offers its workshops for 129 riyals, with two coming soon on Saturday and Sunday! Choose from an assortment of lovely and playful charms and embrace your artistry.
It is located on an art space in the AlRawdah district, with further details provided after you sign up. If you’re interested, have a look at their Instagram! @whippedreamss
Splash Spectrum
Splash Spectrum is the first splash art studio in Saudi. Reach within yourself and unleash your artistic expression by splashing, spinning, swinging, or even pouring paint onto a canvas or a teddy bear figurine. It opens at 3 pm until 6:30 pm, and afterwards until 11 pm, you can use glow-in-the-dark paint, creating masterpieces under UV light.
Splash Spectrum welcomes both children and adults, with prices ranging depending on the experience—from 145 to 160 riyals for adults and from 95 to 120 riyals for children aged 11 and down. Luckily, they offer a family pack of three people for 10% off and 15% off for four or more.
They even host special occasions, such as birthdays!
For more information, take a look at their Instagram @splashspectrumksa
Which one of these places do you plan to go to this weekend? Let us know!
