Riyadh Season 2026 Opening Fortnight: Events Guide
Last updated: 29 October 2026
Riyadh Season 2026 opened on Wednesday 21 October 2026, starting a 10-week programme across 12 zones under the theme “Big Time”. This guide covers the opening fortnight, from the first concerts at Boulevard City to the opening of Boulevard World, a major fight at The Venue and WWE Crown Jewel.
The opening fortnight is centred on Boulevard City, with live music on the first two nights, and on Boulevard World, which follows a few days later. The dates below are the verified dates for this period, with venue and ticket details where they have been confirmed.
Riyadh Season 2026 at a Glance
Riyadh Season 2026 runs for 10 weeks across 12 zones, under the theme “Big Time”. It opened on Wednesday 21 October 2026.
Boulevard City opening hours are 4:00 PM to 4:00 AM during this period.
Fadel Chaker at the Abu Bakr Salem Stage
Fadel Chaker performs at the Abu Bakr Salem Stage in Boulevard City on Thursday 22 October 2026 and Friday 23 October 2026. Both nights are sold out.
| Fadel Chaker | Abu Bakr Salem Stage, Boulevard City | Thursday 22 October 2026 | Performance | Sold out |
| Fadel Chaker | Abu Bakr Salem Stage, Boulevard City | Friday 23 October 2026 | Performance | Sold out |
Boulevard City is the setting for the opening concerts. Its opening hours are 4:00 PM to 4:00 AM.
Visitors going to Boulevard City during the opening fortnight should plan around those hours, 4:00 PM to 4:00 AM.
Boulevard World Opens on Sunday 25 October
Boulevard World opens on Sunday 25 October 2026. Its opening hours are 4:00 PM to midnight.
Boulevard World opens with four new pavilions: Netherlands, Portugal, Uzbekistan and Yemen.
Canelo Alvarez Fights Christian Mbilli
Canelo Alvarez fights Christian Mbilli at The Venue in Boulevard City on Saturday 31 October 2026.
Tickets for the fight start from 50 SAR through WeBook.
Tickets and Access for the Opening Fortnight
| Event | Venue | Timing | Access |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fadel Chaker | Abu Bakr Salem Stage, Boulevard City | 22 and 23 October 2026 | Both nights sold out |
| Boulevard World opening | Boulevard World | Sunday 25 October 2026, 4:00 PM to midnight | Four new pavilions: Netherlands, Portugal, Uzbekistan and Yemen |
| Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli | The Venue, Boulevard City | Saturday 31 October 2026 | Tickets from 50 SAR through WeBook |
| WWE Crown Jewel | New venue to be announced | Saturday 7 November 2026 | Tickets re-released within 48 hours of 28 October 2026 (original sale refunded) |
Boulevard City opening hours are 4:00 PM to 4:00 AM. Boulevard World opening hours on 25 October are 4:00 PM to midnight.
WWE Crown Jewel on 7 November
WWE Crown Jewel takes place on Saturday 7 November 2026 at a new venue still to be announced, after Riyadh Season moved it from Riyadh Season Stadium at KAFD on 28 October 2026. The original ticket sale was refunded in full, with a new sale within 48 hours.
FAQ
When did Riyadh Season 2026 open?
It opened on Wednesday 21 October 2026, with a 10-week programme across 12 zones under the theme “Big Time”.
Is Fadel Chaker sold out?
Yes. Fadel Chaker performs at the Abu Bakr Salem Stage in Boulevard City on Thursday 22 and Friday 23 October 2026, and both nights are sold out.
How much are tickets for Canelo Alvarez vs Christian Mbilli?
Tickets start from 50 SAR through WeBook. The fight is at The Venue in Boulevard City on Saturday 31 October 2026.
When does Boulevard World open and what is new?
Boulevard World opens on Sunday 25 October 2026, from 4:00 PM to midnight, with four new pavilions: Netherlands, Portugal, Uzbekistan and Yemen.
When is WWE Crown Jewel and what are Boulevard City hours? WWE Crown Jewel is on Saturday 7 November 2026 at a new venue still to be announced, after Riyadh Season moved it from Riyadh Season Stadium at KAFD on 28 October 2026. The original ticket sale was refunded in full, with a new sale within 48 hours. Boulevard City opening hours are 4:00 PM to 4:00 AM.