Your Guide to Ramadan 2024 in Saudi Arabia

As the highly anticipated Ramadan season unfolds, Saudi Arabia is bustling with a myriad of events and experiences to make this winter Ramadan truly special. Explore the top spots in Jeddah and Riyadh, featuring exclusive Ramadan menus, night markets, cultural festivities, and iconic Ramadan tents.

1. ROKA - A Culinary Extravaganza

Location: Jeddah Walk, Tahlia Street Delight your taste buds at ROKA with specially crafted menus for Iftar and Suhoor. Experience an exquisite iftar set menu for SAR195 per person, featuring a variety of dates, refreshing beverages, starters, and main courses with ROKA's signature dishes. Suhoor is available from 6 pm to 1:30 am, and don't miss the takeout desserts assortment.

2. Sheraton Jeddah's International Buffet

Location: Al Kurnaysh Branch Road, Ash Shati Sheraton Jeddah presents a lavish international buffet for both suhoor and iftar. Enjoy live cooking stations with stunning views of the Jeddah corniche. Pre-bookings are available for gatherings of 50 to 100 people at SAR230 and SAR210 for 100 or more.

3. Hayy Jameel Ramadan Nights Market

Location: Al Mohammadiyah, Jeddah Hayy Jameel hosts a family-friendly night market three nights a week, featuring an open market, food stalls, storytelling, and children's workshops. Open from 10 pm for the first three weeks and 11 pm for the fourth week, it promises a cultural experience for all.

4. Ramadan Season in Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam

 Celebrate across Saudi cities with twinkling lights, family gatherings, and street merchant calls. Riyadh's Thumairi Street, Jeddah's Al Balad, and Dammam's waterfront come alive with Ramadan festivities.

5. Al Thuraya Dining Experience

Location: Al Gharabi, Ash Shati Indulge in diverse weekly menus at Al Thuraya Dining. Meticulously crafted dishes with Saudi flavors are served for iftar (5 pm - 8 pm) and suhoor (11:59 pm - 2:30 am). Tickets start from SAR50 for kids and SAR150 for adults, available on webook.com.

6. Kids Square for Family Fun

Location: Al Gharabi, Ash Shati Designed for children aged three to 12, Kids Square offers cultural activities, educational workshops, and a puppet-galore children’s theatre. No pre-booking is required; tickets are available at the door.

7. Manara Art Workshops

Location: Al Gharabi, Ash Shati Immerse yourself in interactive artistic workshops at Manara Art, blending crafts and Saudi cultural elements. Tickets can be purchased at the door for this enriching experience.

8. Mandarin Oriental and Four Seasons Ramadan Tents

Locations: Mandarin Oriental Hotel (King Fahd Rd, Al Olaya) and Four Seasons Hotel (Kingdom Ballroom, King Fahd Rd, Al Olaya) Experience the elegance of the Mandarin Oriental and Four Seasons Ramadan tents with international and regional cuisines. Live cooking stations, extensive buffets, and exclusive dining options promise an unforgettable iftar and suhoor.

This Ramadan, explore the richness of Saudi Arabian culture, cuisine, and festivities at these top 8 spots, creating lasting memories during this winter Ramadan.