Turki Al Alshikh, chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, released the official guide for the seventh edition of Riyadh Season on October 19, 2026. The program features global sporting spectacles, cultural festivals, and an extensive lineup of Egyptian theatrical productions taking center stage across the capital’s entertainment zones.
The capital’s entertainment festival is returning with an expansive blueprint for 2026 and 2027. Released by the General Entertainment Authority, the newly published guide maps out a packed calendar designed to turn Riyadh into a hub for international sports, theatrical arts, and themed cultural zones.
Egyptian Plays Return To Riyadh Stages
The theatrical lineup marks a rebound for Egyptian productions following a quieter run during the sixth season. The seventh edition features 11 Egyptian plays staged across dedicated theater venues, bringing top-tier regional stars to local audiences.
Performances will run on the stages of Baker Al Sheddi Theater and Mohammed Al Ali Theater through the final months of the year. The schedule kicks off on October 23 with I Don’t Know Myself
, starring Amr Youssef and Asmaa Galal, which follows a man confronting buried secrets from his past.
Ahmed Mekki and Moustafa Gharib open at Baker Al Sheddi on November 4 with In Another Place
. The Gentlemen and Members follows the next day, featuring Akram Hosny and Bayoumi Fouad.
A scientific experiment turns Al-Kahlawi’s internal conflicts into real personalities, beginning a comical and chaotic confrontation with the hardest person he could ever face… himself.
Play synopsis for The Gentlemen and Members, via CNN Arabic
Ahmed Helmy stars in The Dinosaur on November 20. Dina El Sherbiny leads Scientific Sciences on November 13, and Chico takes the stage in Do a Favor on November 23. Mohamed Imam anchors Prince of the World on December 7. Esad Younes appears in Lock Up Your Sons
on December 16.
The theatrical calendar rounds out with Karim Abdel Aziz, Hannah El Zahed, and Moustafa Khater in The Mayor on December 24. Syrian artist Bassel Khaiat joins May Ezz Eldin in The Duet on December 22, while Youssra stars in The Diva closing out the year on December 31.
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Combat Bouts Headline Riyadh Sports Schedule
The newly released schedule anchors its sporting calendar on high-profile combat sports and international tournaments. Fight fans can look forward to the WWE Crown Jewel event scheduled for November.
The schedule also highlights the Six Kings Slam tennis tournament on December 27. The Mexico vs. the World boxing showdown pairs Canelo Alvarez against Christian Mbilli during October.
Combat sports programming runs deep throughout the season, featuring Zuffa Boxing 13 and 14, a UFC championship event, and the Ethnosport Cultural Festival.
Guidebook Directs Visitors Across Distinct Recreational Hubs
The guidebook directs visitors across distinct recreational hubs designed for varied audiences. Major returning zones include Boulevard World, known for global culture pavilions, and Boulevard City, which anchors commercial entertainment and activities.
Families and visitors can also explore Wonder Garden, Via Riyadh for luxury dining and shopping, and The Groves. Local heritage experiences feature prominently through Al Suwaidi Park, Riyadh Zoo, and Al Deera Winter, alongside a dedicated farmers market showcasing regional products.
