Riyadh Season 2024 started off strong, drawing an impressive two million visitors within just one week of its launch. The chairman of the board of directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), advisor Turki bin Abdulmohsen AlAlshikh, recently announced this achievement, highlighting the public’s enthusiasm for this annual entertainment event.
This year, the season features five main areas: Boulevard World, Kingdom Arena, Boulevard City, The Venue and Al-Suwaidi Park.
Boulevard World
Boulevard World has undergone a significant 30 percent expansion to accommodate the surge in visitors, introducing new events and attractions. The area now boasts five new sections representing Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Iran, Africa, and Courchevel. This brings the total to 22 diverse countries from around the world. The area also includes 300 restaurants and cafés and more than 890 shops.
Kingdom Arena
In a landmark event, Kingdom Arena hosted a historic boxing match in which Artur Beterbiev championed the light heavyweight division after defeating Dmitry Bivol by majority decision. This intense match showcased fierce competition in the boxing world and marked a milestone in the sport.
Boulevard City
Moreover, Riyadh Season 2024’s Boulevard City is captivating visitors with innovative entertainment experiences, including the PUBG Mobile game and the Conan experience. The area also features a variety of dining options and a picturesque atmosphere surrounding its dancing fountain.
The Venue
In addition, Riyadh Season 2024’s ‘The Venue’ area launched the season with the prestigious Six Kings Slam Championship, the world’s most expensive tennis tournament. This event attracted six of the top tennis stars, including Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Rafael Nadal, Daniil Medvedev and Holger Rune.
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Al-Suwaidi Park
Meanwhile, Al-Suwaidi Park is currently hosting a vibrant array of Indian cultural events, which will continue until Tuesday. These festivities feature popular shows, traditional cuisine and artistic concerts. The events are drawing large crowds from the Indian community, residents and culture enthusiasts.
With its impressive lineup of events and attractions, Riyadh Season 2024 will solidify its status as a global entertainment destination, seamlessly blending diverse entertainment elements in the heart of the Kingdom.
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