Riyadh Cat Show and Dog Village Open Today
By Ishtiaq Hussain | Last updated: 9 November 2026
The Riyadh Cat Show and Dog Village open today, Monday 9 November 2026, at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center on King Abdullah Road. The three-day event runs until Wednesday 11 November, open daily from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, as part of the fifth Saudi Pet and Vet Expo.
The show sits on the Riyadh Season 2026 calendar, and it is one of the few events this week held away from Boulevard City, at Riyadh Front. Readers planning a wider season visit can start with our Boulevard Riyadh City guide.
What is on at the Cat Show
The Cat Show returns for its third season, run to World Cat Federation standards in collaboration with Cattus Invictus. Internationally accredited judges will assess the entries across all three days, and more than 100 cats compete for the King or Queen of Cats title.
Tickets start at SAR 75 per person. Each ticket covers one day only, so visitors must choose 9, 10 or 11 November when they book. Children under the age of 10 are not allowed inside the Cat Show, and pets are not allowed in the event or the expo halls. Ticket prices are non-refundable.
What is on at Dog Village
Dog Village is new this year: the first Dog Village in the Kingdom, organised by Pawdi as part of the Pet and Vet Expo. It brings dog owners, trainers, vets, specialist brands and the wider dog-loving community into one dedicated space for three days.
The programme mixes competitions with practical sessions. Dogs can enter Best Trick, Sit and Stay, or Best Dressed, with participant entry at SAR 200 per dog, and the village also runs workshops, live demonstrations, trainer sessions and adoption opportunities.
Visitor tickets start at SAR 65 per person, again for one chosen day. Dogs are welcome inside the Dog Village zone itself, but they are not allowed inside the main exhibition venue. Children under 10 are not allowed in Dog Village or the wider expo, and tickets are non-refundable.
Tickets and the free expo
The wider Saudi Pet and Vet Expo runs alongside both attractions, with trade stands, veterinary professionals and pet care brands from Saudi Arabia and beyond. Entry to the expo itself is free, with registration through the official exhibition website.
| Attraction | Dates | Hours | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cat Show | 9 to 11 November 2026 | 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM | From SAR 75 |
| Dog Village | 9 to 11 November 2026 | 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM | From SAR 65 |
| Saudi Pet and Vet Expo | 9 to 11 November 2026 | 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM | Free, register online |
Book Cat Show and Dog Village tickets through Platinumlist, and register for the free expo through petvet-expo.com. Each ticket is tied to a single date, so pick the day before you pay, and check the time on your ticket before you travel.
Getting there and what to know before you go
The venue is the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center on King Abdullah Road, at Riyadh Front. The three-day run ends on Wednesday 11 November, so the last entry each day is before the 10:00 PM close.
The rules are strict on age and animals, so read them before you book. No children under 10 anywhere in the expo, no pets at the Cat Show, and dogs only inside the Dog Village zone. Tickets are non-refundable, and each one covers a single date.
The Cat Show and Dog Village sit between two busy Riyadh Season nights. Rashed Al Majid plays Mohammed Abdo Arena on Thursday 12 November, and that concert has already sold out, while Zuffa Boxing 13 follows at The Venue on Saturday 14 November. See our Riyadh Season weekend events guide for the wider calendar, and our Riyadh Season opening week guide for the season so far.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Riyadh Cat Show and Dog Village?
The event runs from Monday 9 November to Wednesday 11 November 2026 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center on King Abdullah Road. Doors open daily from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and each ticket covers one chosen date.
How much are tickets for the Cat Show and Dog Village?
Cat Show tickets start at SAR 75 per person and Dog Village tickets start at SAR 65 per person. Entry to the wider Saudi Pet and Vet Expo is free with online registration. Each ticket covers one chosen day, 9, 10 or 11 November, and all tickets are non-refundable.
Can I bring my dog?
Yes, but only into the Dog Village zone. Dogs are not allowed inside the main exhibition halls, and no pets are allowed at the Cat Show. Dog Village visitor tickets start at SAR 65, and competition entry costs SAR 200 per dog. Children under 10 are not allowed in either attraction.
Can children attend the Cat Show or Dog Village?
No. Children under the age of 10 are not allowed inside the Cat Show, Dog Village or the wider Saudi Pet and Vet Expo. The age rule applies on all three days, 9 to 11 November 2026.