5 indoor plans in Riyadh for a rainy week
Storms are forecast until Saturday, so here are five things to do in Riyadh with a roof over your head, from AR go-karting to two art shows.
The National Center of Meteorology expects thunderstorms in parts of the kingdom, including southern parts of the Riyadh region, until Saturday 17 October. If the weather spoils outdoor plans, these five are all indoors.
BattleKart Riyadh
go-karting with augmented reality projected onto the track, at the Game-On venue in Ishbiliyah. A 15-minute session costs SAR 120, a second SAR 70, and drivers must be at least about 1.45 m tall. Monday is a ladies' day.
Quarter Tone
Naseer Shamma's exhibition at Fenaa Alawwal in the Diplomatic Quarter runs until 7 November, open 10am to 10pm Saturday to Thursday and 5pm to 10pm on Fridays.
Continuum '26
immersive installations, VR and AI works by 16 emerging artists at Diriyah Art Futures, until 7 November.
VOX Cinemas, VIA Riyadh
the cinema at VIA Riyadh in Al Hada, with special screens for families and private screenings. Check show times on the VOX app.
Jewels of the World
the fine jewellery show at Mandarin Oriental Al Faisaliah, until 15 October. Entry is free with online or on-site registration.