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Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium is Back in Riyadh for Its 2026 Edition
Riyadh has once again become a hub of artistic energy as the 7th edition of the Tuwaiq Sculpture Symposium opened in the Saudi capital this month. Running from January 10 to February 22, 2026, the annual event invites the public to watch stone and metal transform into expressive works of art. Under the theme “Traces…
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Dar Global and Trump Organization Launch $1 Billion Trump Plaza in Jeddah
Dar Global, the London-listed luxury real estate developer, and The Trump Organization have unveiled plans for Trump Plaza Jeddah, a mixed-use development valued at over USD 1 billion. The announcement marks the third major collaboration between the two firms in Saudi Arabia, following earlier projects including Trump Tower Jeddah. Located in the heart of the…
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Riyadh Gears Up for Its Biggest Marathon Festival Yet at Diriyah
The Riyadh Marathon Festival is set to take place in Riyadh from 28 to 31 January 2026. This multi-day running and fitness celebration is part of the fifth edition of the Riyadh Marathon, organised by the Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) with support from the Ministry of Sport and the Saudi Arabian Athletic Federation.…
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Saudi Arabia to Challenge Australia’s Off-Road Guinness Record in Hail with Up to 700 Vehicles
A major off-road event is scheduled for January 16, 2026, in Hail, where hundreds of off-road vehicles are expected to join in what organisers describe as The Largest Convoy of Off-Road Production Cars. The convoy is one of the highlights of the broader Modified Cars and Off-Road Trips Exhibition taking place in the region this…
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Aquarabia to Open This Eid, Bringing Saudi Arabia Its Biggest Water Park Yet
A new kingdom of water thrills is about to rise as Aquarabia, set to be Saudi Arabia’s largest and most ambitious water theme park, prepares to open its gates this Eid al-Fitr, expected around March 19, 2026. This arrival marks a defining moment in the Kingdom’s rapidly evolving entertainment landscape, blending record-setting rides with family-friendly…
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Jeddah Shines as Gold Expo Draws Crowds, Traders and Designers
A glittering celebration of gold and craftsmanship opened in Jeddah this week as the Jeddah Gold Expo kicked off at the Jeddah Superdome, attracting jewellery buyers, designers and industry professionals from across the region. The five-day exhibition runs from Thursday, January 8 to Monday, January 12, 2026, showcasing creativity and trade while reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s…
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Saudi Arabia Lays Foundation for World’s Largest Government Data Centre in Riyadh
Saudi Arabia has begun construction of the Hexagon Data Centre, a government facility that is set to become the world’s largest by capacity. The foundation stone for the project was laid in Riyadh by the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) in a ceremony attended by senior government officials, marking a major step in…
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Big 5 Construct Saudi Exhibition 2026 to Open in Riyadh This January
The Big 5 Construct Saudi Exhibition is set to open in Riyadh on January 18, 2026, bringing together industry leaders, innovators and professionals from across the construction sector. The four-day event, running through January 21, will be held at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center and is expected to be one of the most…
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Experience the immersive world of Jujutsu Kaisen at Winter Wonderland Jeddah
Winter Wonderland Jeddah, part of Jeddah Season 2025, is open and buzzing with visitors from near and far. The festival brings a mix of rides, games, shows, food and themed experiences to the waterfront for the first time ever. The event started on December 19, 2025, and will run through February 15, 2026. The park…
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Cristiano Ronaldo Buys Two Luxury Villas at Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Destination
Cristiano Ronaldo and his partner, Georgina Rodríguez, have expanded their real estate presence in Saudi Arabia by purchasing two luxury villas at Nujuma, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. The resort sits within the Red Sea Destination, one of the country’s most ambitious luxury tourism developments. The villas are part of the Red Sea Residences, a private collection…
