Boulevard World Opening Day Guide: Sunday 25 October

The illuminated entrance sign of Boulevard World in Hittin, Riyadh, ahead of its Sunday 25 October opening for Riyadh Season 2026.

By Ishtiaq Hussain

Last updated: 22 October 2026

Boulevard World opens on Sunday 25 October 2026, four days after Riyadh Season 2026 launched, as the last major zone to open in October. Entry starts at 29 SAR on weekdays through WeBook, gates run daily from 4:00 PM to midnight, and this season adds four new country pavilions: the Netherlands, Portugal, Uzbekistan and Yemen (Bab Al Yemen).

If you are planning the whole season around this visit, our full guide to Riyadh Season 2026 maps all twelve zones.

When does Boulevard World open and what are the hours?

Gates open on Sunday 25 October 2026, then run daily from 4:00 PM to midnight. The season has opened in stages through October: the 21 October launch, Boulevard City’s programme getting underway this week, and now Boulevard World. More zones keep opening through November and December across the ten-week season. Our Riyadh Season opening week guide covers the first days.

What are the four new country pavilions?

The 2026 season adds four pavilions:

  • Portugal, Lisbon-inspired streets with azulejo tiles, Fado music and traditional performances.
  • Uzbekistan, the cities of the Silk Road, rendered in blue mosaics, Suzani patterns and embroidered textiles.
  • Yemen (Bab Al Yemen), built in the mud-brick style of the old city of Sanaa, with Yemeni crafts, folk arts and traditional products.
  • The Netherlands, windmills, canal frontage and the flat, water-led look of Dutch towns.

Some early coverage named only three and missed Uzbekistan. The official Riyadh Season 2026-2027 guide booklet, launched by the General Entertainment Authority, confirms all four. Saudi Arabia keeps its own thirteen-region zone, alongside returning pavilions for France, Italy, Morocco, Greece, Mexico, Spain, Egypt, the USA, India, Kuwait, Turkey, Iran, Japan, China, South Korea and Indonesia.

How much do Boulevard World tickets cost?

Entry is ticketed and you need a pre-booked mobile ticket from WeBook, the season’s official ticketing platform. Book before you travel:

DetailWhat to know
Opening daySunday 25 October 2026
HoursDaily, 4:00 PM to midnight
Weekday entry (Sun-Wed)From 29 SAR
Weekend entry (Thu-Sat)From 58 SAR
ChildrenUnder five enter free
TicketsWeBook; pre-booked mobile ticket required

Sunday is a weekday in Saudi Arabia, so opening day itself falls in the cheaper 29 SAR bracket. Entry covers the grounds and pavilions; rides inside are ticketed separately. Buy only through WeBook or its app. Our full Boulevard World guide has the current ticket rules in detail.

What else is new at Boulevard World this season?

Beyond the pavilions, the zone returns with more than forty rides and attractions and over three hundred and fifty food outlets. Highlights include Amazonia Awakens, a boat ride that climbs twenty metres before a splashdown; the BLVD Pier thrill rides; the Battle Dome laser tag arena; the BLVD Forest wildlife area; CoComelon’s Fun Zone; the cable car; and gondola and water-taxi crossings on the BLVD Lagoon. See our best attractions at Boulevard World for the full run-down.

How do I get to Boulevard World on opening day?

Boulevard World sits in Hittin in northern Riyadh, next door to Boulevard City. Opening-weekend traffic around Hittin is heavy, so take the Riyadh Metro to KAFD station in Al Aqiq, then a short taxi ride or a seasonal shuttle to the gates. Keep your phone charged with the WeBook ticket open before the gate; outside food is not allowed through. Allow three to five hours, and arrive near the 4:00 PM opening to skip the longest queues.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to buy Boulevard World tickets before I go?

Yes. Boulevard World requires a pre-booked mobile ticket from WeBook, the official ticketing platform, so book before you travel. Entry starts at 29 SAR on weekdays (Sunday to Wednesday) and 58 SAR at weekends (Thursday to Saturday), with under-fives free.

Which day is cheapest to visit Boulevard World?

Sunday to Wednesday are the cheapest days, with entry from 29 SAR against 58 SAR from Thursday to Saturday. Opening day, Sunday 25 October, is a weekday, so it falls in the 29 SAR bracket. Weekdays are also quieter at the gates and the main rides.

How long should I allow for a visit?

Plan for three to five hours. The zone covers around one million square metres, with more than forty rides and attractions and over three hundred and fifty food outlets, plus evening shows through the pavilions. Arrive near the 4:00 PM opening to see the main pavilions before the night programme starts.

What opens next in Riyadh Season after Boulevard World?

More zones roll out through November and December. The ten-week season, organised by the General Entertainment Authority under the “Big Time” theme, runs from its 21 October launch through late December, and our Riyadh Season guide tracks every zone as it opens.

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