Saudi National Day is more than just fireworks.
The long weekend needs to be planned out well in advance. Here’s a list of all the events happening in the 3 main cities.
Keep your Snapchat ready to show-off an amusing day.
*Disclaimer: It’s not Saudi National Day if you don’t get stuck in traffic.
1. Esht Ya Watan
Electronic games, talent shows, historical talks, exhibition of strange cars, children’s activities and more will be available at this event.
Time: 9.00 pm – 12.00 am
Date: 21-23 September
Location
Riyadh: Aucha Event Hall
More info here.
2. The Saudi National Box
A surprise event with a lot of unique activities in the Kingdom has never seen before.
Date: 23 September
Time: 8:00 pm – 12:00 am
Location
Riyadh: King Fahad Library Park
Jeddah: Walking track at Palestine Street
Dammam: Seaside
3. Raise The Green Flag
Presenting the biggest International Celebration using high definition 3D effects and fireworks in the spirit of the National Day.
Date: 23 September
Time: 9:50 pm – 12:00 am
Location: Kingdom Tower
Free entrance
4. Malhamat Watan (The Epic National Day)
Learn about the art and history of Saudi Arabia.
Date: 23 – 24 September
Time: 8:30 PM (Doors open : 04:00 pm)
Location
Jeddah: King Fahad Stadium
5. Alwatan Festival for Cars
Car show fest as a celebration for the national day
Date: 23- 24 September
Time: 7:00pm – 12:00am
Location
Riyadh: Dirab Park
Free entrance
6. Music Festival
Introducing an extraordinary event with a fusion of art and patriotism.
Date: 23 September
Time: 7 PM – 1 AM (Doors open 6 PM)
Location
Jeddah: King Abdullah Sports City (Al Johara Stadium)
For men
7. Entertainment Boulevard
A family event that presents multiple activities such as theatrical performances and parades. More than 20,000 people will show up for this event.
Date: 23 – 24 September 19
Time: 12:00AM – 6:00PM
Location: Al-Tahlia Street
8. National Day Fireworks
An outstanding firework celebration to tell the story of the founders of the Kingdom and their brave solders. It will spread the joy of the national day and making the people proud to be a part of such amazing celebration.
Date: 23 September
Time: 9:15PM – 9:45PM
Location
Riyadh: Diriyah
Jeddah: Corniche near Red Sea Mall
Khobar: Corniche
9. Celebrations in the Sky
Aviators display their flying skills including fireworks and laser shows.
Date: 23 September
Time: 5: 30 – 6: 30 PM
10:30 – 11:30 PM
Location
Jeddah: Rosewood Jeddah Hotel
10. The Joy of the Nation (Farhat Watan)
The goal of this event is to revive Saudi history by displaying the talented work of artists, fashion and jewelry designers.
Date: 21 – 24 September
Time: 8:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Location
Riyadh: Durrat Riyadh Al-Faisalaiya Resort
11. Kolna Salman
A play written and directed by Bakheet Al Ameri that welcomes people of all ages.
Date: September 21-23
Time: 8.30 pm – 9.00 pm
Location
Jeddah: Jeddah Society for Arts and Culture
For more information, call +066-12-6064340
