Riyadh Season 2024 attracts 2M visitors in first week

SAUDI ARABIA – Tourism extravaganza featuring entertainment, cultural, and sporting events, Riyadh Season 2024 has attracted 2 million visitors in its first week.

The General Entertainment Authority (GEA), through its Chairman Turki bin Abdulmohsen Al Alshikh, announced the significant achievement at the end of the season’s first week.

According to the Chairman, the impressive turnout reflects the public’s excitement for this annual entertainment festival.

This year’s extravaganza features five key sones- Boulevard World, Kingdom Arena, Boulevard City, The Venue, and Al-Suwaidi Park.

Boulevard World has seen a notable 30% expansion to accommodate increased visitor numbers. It has also introduced new events and attractions.

The zone now includes five new sections representing Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, Iran, Africa, and Courchevel, bringing the total to 22 diverse areas. The venue also offers 300 restaurants and cafés, along with over 890 shops.

In a historic event, Kingdom Arena hosted a notable boxing match where Artur Beterbiev claimed the title of undisputed light heavyweight champion by defeating Dmitry Bivol via majority decision.

This intense competition marked a significant moment in the boxing arena. Its placement in Riyadh Season 2024 puts further emphasis on the extravaganza as a premier tourism showcase in the Middle East.

The venue kicked off the season with the esteemed Six Kings Slam Championship, recognized as the world’s most expensive tennis tournament. The event featured six top-ranked players, including Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Rafael Nadal, Daniil Medvedev, and Holger Rune.

Additionally, Al-Suwaidi Park is currently celebrating a lively series of Indian cultural events, which will run until October 22.

These festivities include popular performances, traditional cuisine, and artistic concerts, attracting large crowds from the Indian community, as well as local residents and culture enthusiasts.

Boulevard City is enchanting visitors with creative entertainment experiences, featuring the PUBG Mobile game and the Conan experience, complemented by diverse dining options and a scenic setting around its dancing fountain.

With its impressive array of events and attractions, Riyadh Season 2024 aims to strengthen its position as a premier global entertainment hub, seamlessly integrating a wide range of entertainment offerings in the heart of the Kingdom.

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