Under Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia aims to transform its sports industry into a global hub for major events, professional leagues, and community engagement. This initiative has seen the Kingdom host prestigious competitions across various disciplines, from motorsports and tennis to football and esports. Here’s a roundup of the most anticipated events happening this year:
MIXED MARTIAL ARTS
UFC FIGHT NIGHT (RIYADH)
An unforgettable evening of electrifying action featuring a high-stakes middleweight showdown between the legendary Israel Adesanya and the dynamic Nassourdine Imavov. The excitement continues with the co-main event as rising sensation Shara Magomedov squares off against the explosive British talent Michael “Venom” Page in a clash of titans.
🗓 February 1, 2025
⏰ 5:00 PM
🎟 Starts from SR 100
🔗 webook.com
📍 ANB Arena
GOLF
LIV GOLF SEASON OPENER (RIYADH)
🗓 February 6-8, 2025
The 2025 LIV Golf season kicks off with an electrifying opener at the Riyadh Golf Club in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from February 6 to 8, 2025. This highly anticipated event launches a thrilling 14-tournament schedule that spans four continents, introducing six exciting new venues, including Washington, D.C., Florida, Mexico City, and Michigan. The Riyadh opener will feature a star-studded lineup, including golfing legends Jon Rahm, Brooks Koepka, and Bryson DeChambeau, promising fans an unforgettable experience of world-class competition and unmatched excitement.
🎟 Starts from SR 185
EQUESTRIAN
THE ALFURSAN ENDURANCE (ALULA)
🗓 February 7-9, 2025
⏰ 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
The 6th edition of this premier equestrian event will feature two prestigious races: the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup and the Al Mutadil Endurance Cup. The former is a 120-km race that will offer over SR 15 million, the largest prize pool in the event’s history while the latter is a 160-km race sanctioned as a three-star ride by the Fédération Équestre Internationale (FEI).
🎟 Starts from SR 30
🔗 https://www.experiencealula.com/en/things-to-do/experiences/alula-endurance-cup-passes
📍 AlFursan Equestrian Village
Other annual AlUla sporting events: Trail Race (January), Richard Mille Desert Polo (January), Desert Blaze (August)
SAUDI CUP 2025 (RIYADH)
🗓 February 21-22, 2025
⏰ 2:30 PM
The world’s elite thoroughbreds and jockeys converge at the iconic King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh for Saudi Cup Weekend 2025, a spectacular two-day event offering over $37 million in prize money across 19 thrilling horse races. At the heart of this celebration is the Saudi Cup, the world’s richest race, taking place on Saturday evening with a staggering $20 million purse. Saudi Cup Weekend also stands as Riyadh’s most anticipated social event and a crowning jewel on the global racing calendar.
🎟 Starts from SR 99
🔗 webook.com/en/events/saudi-cup-season
📍 King Abdulaziz Equestrian Field
RACING
JEDDAH E-PRIX 2025 (JEDDAH)
🗓 February 14-15, 2025
⏰ 1:00 PM
The Jeddah E-Prix 2025 marks a significant milestone in the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship as the series transitions from Diriyah to Jeddah. This double-header event will take place on a modified version of the iconic Jeddah Corniche Circuit, renowned for its picturesque setting along the Red Sea coastline. As the first Formula E event held in Jeddah, the E-Prix is expected to attract a global audience, further solidifying Saudi Arabia’s commitment to hosting premier international motorsport events.
🎟 Starts from SR 70
🔗 https://webook.com/en/events/formula-e-25-3242
📍 Jeddah Corniche Circuit
SAUDI ARABIAN GRAND PRIX 2025 (JEDDAH)
🗓 April 18-20, 2025
⏰ 2:30 PM
The 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix is scheduled to take place at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. This event marks the fifth round of the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship, following the Australian Grand Prix and preceding the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. Practice sessions will start on April 18 while the qualifying rounds will be on the 19th. Race day is on April 20. The Jeddah Corniche Circuit is renowned for being the fastest street circuit in the world, featuring 27 turns and a length of 6.174 kilometers.
🎟 Starts from SR 150
🔗 https://tickets.saudiarabiangp.com
📍 Jeddah Corniche Circuit
2025 WORLD RALLY CHAMPIONSHIP (JEDDAH)
🗓 November 27-30, 2025
The 2025 World Rally Championship (WRC) is set to conclude with a historic debut in Saudi Arabia, marking the nation’s first inclusion in the WRC calendar. This event will serve as the final round of the 2025 WRC season, culminating in a 14-round championship that began in January with the traditional Monte-Carlo event. The Saudi Arabian rally will feature a diverse range of terrains over the three-day competition, providing a unique challenge for drivers and teams.
ATHLETICS
RIYADH MARATHON 2025 (RIYADH)
🗓 February 8, 2025
The Riyadh Marathon 2025 is scheduled for February 8, 2025, marking the fourth edition of this premier international marathon in Saudi Arabia, organized by the Saudi Sports for All Federation (SFA) and supported by the Ministry of Sport and the Saudi Arabian Athletic Federation. Participants can choose from several race categories: the Full Marathon (42.195 km) for those aged 20 and above, the Half Marathon (21.0975 km) for those aged 18 and above, a 10 km Race for participants aged 17 and above, and a 4 km Family Fun Run, which is open to all ages with children needing to be accompanied by an adult. This diverse range of options allows runners of all abilities to get involved.
🎟 Starts from SR 62
📍 Kingdom Arena Outdoor Area
ISLAMIC SOLIDARITY GAMES 2025 (RIYADH)
🗓 August 6-15, 2025
The Islamic Solidarity Games were founded to foster unity among Islamic nations and promote the values of Islam, particularly among young people. In late 2025, Riyadh, the vibrant capital of Saudi Arabia, will proudly host athletes from over 50 nations for the 5th Islamic Solidarity Games, the flagship event of the Islamic Solidarity Sports Federation (ISSA). This prestigious quadrennial sporting festival celebrates its 20th anniversary, having first debuted in Mecca in 2005. Adding to the significance, the 2025 Games also mark the 40th anniversary of ISSA’s establishment, making this edition a momentous occasion that blends athletic excellence with a rich legacy of unity and solidarity.
TENNIS
2025 WTA FINALS (RIYADH)
🗓 November 1-8, 2025
The 2025 WTA Finals, the prestigious year-end championship for professional women’s tennis, is scheduled to take place from November 1 to 8, 2025, under the organization of the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA). Returning to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, for the second consecutive year, this elite tournament will mark the 54th edition of the singles event and the 49th edition of the doubles competition. The tournament will feature the season’s top talent, with the eight highest-ranked singles players and eight top doubles teams from the 2025 WTA Tour competing for glory. As one of the most anticipated events on the tennis calendar, the WTA Finals is renowned for showcasing world-class athleticism and high-stakes competition.
