Fireworks, Live Shows And Epic Feasts: Your Ultimate Riyadh NYE Checklist

New Year’s Eve is one of those magical moments that deserves to be celebrated to the absolute max and Riyadh is making sure no one holds back!

As the clock counts down, the city is pulling out all the stops with gorgeous fireworks lighting up the skyline, spectacular live shows, and delicious dining experiences designed to keep the celebrations going well past midnight. From dazzling displays to indulgent feasts, Riyadh is setting the scene for a New Year’s Eve that ends with unforgettable memories and a very full tummy.

Scroll down for the ULTIMATE list of activities this NYE

Enjoy a dazzling fireworks show in the capital at midnight

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Riyadh is gearing up for a dazzling start to 2026, with Riyadh Season’s Boulevard City taking centre stage as fireworks light up the sky at midnight. Adding to the magic, two of the capital’s most iconic landmarks — Kingdom Tower and Al Faisaliah Tower — will glow with stunning pyrotechnic displays across the skyline.

For those looking to celebrate in style, The Globe at Al Faisaliah Tower is hosting an exclusive New Year’s Eve dinner from 7pm to midnight, offering front-row views of the celebrations for SAR750 per person.

Enjoy a curated menu for NYE at Attaché

 

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Refined, intimate, and celebratory, Attaché is offering two curated New Year’s Eve dining experiences. Choose between the elegant Restaurant Set Menu (SAR800) with live musical elements, or the more relaxed Lounge Set Menu (SAR650). To top it off, restaurant guests will receive a complimentary bottle of Bellini per table for a midnight toast.
Location: Al Safarat
Time: 8pm
Cost: From SAR650

Get fancy at The Ritz-Carlton with a special poolside gala at Azzurro

 

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A glamorous midnight poolside gala awaits at Azzurro. Expect a five-course menu, live entertainment, magic shows, a band, DJ, and plenty of surprises as the countdown hits midnight — a perfect way to close out 2025.
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, Al Hada
Time: 8pm
Cost: From SAR425

Down a delicious Ribeye at Carbone

 

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Carbone brings classic New York glamour to New Year’s Eve with iconic favourites like spicy rigatoni, jumbo shrimp scampi, ribeye steak, and Nutella tiramisu — plus festive seasonal additions to end the year on a delicious high.
Location: Ar Rabi
Time: Open until midnight

Enjoy a fire show at Chotto Matte’s NYE celebration

 

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Chotto Matte promises one of the most high-energy NYE celebrations in the city. Think bold Nikkei flavours, live DJ sets, drummers, a Latin band, Japanese dance performances, a fire show, and a live midnight countdown — all part of an exclusive set menu.
Location: Al Aqiq
Cost: SAR700 per person

Munch on yummy desserts from Coya

 

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Celebrate around the table at Coya with vibrant Peruvian-inspired dishes, indulgent desserts, and a buzzing atmosphere perfect for counting down to 2026 with friends and family.
Location: As Sulimaniyah
Reservations: Required

Ring in 2026 Italian style at Il Baretto

 

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Disco meets Italian flair at Il Baretto. Expect infectious disco beats, crowd-pleasing Italian plates, and a lively atmosphere at the What’s On Saudi Arabia Awards 2025 Restaurant of the Year winner.
Location: KAFD
Reservations: Call 9200 12508

Put on the masks for LPM’s (La Petite Maison) masquerade ball!

 

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LPM invites guests to its Masquerade Night, inspired by classic masquerade balls. Expect candlelit décor, rich emerald and gold tones, and a sophisticated atmosphere for a truly elegant New Year’s Eve.
Location: Al Olaya
Time: From 8.30pm
Cost: SAR750 minimum spend