What's On: Fursan Endurance Weekend
2 - 5 March
Get geared up for an eventful Fursan Endurance Cup Weekend featuring the iconic horse-riding competition and a range of shopping, dining and adventure opportunities in AlUla.
Top Events For This Weekend
Top 3 Events for This Weekend
1. Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup 2023
Involving 200 riders navigating 120 km of desert terrain, this long-distance competition is a global benchmark for endurance riding. Men and women compete together across four varying circuits.
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2. Cinema AlJadidah
Grab your popcorn. AlUla’s open-air movie theatre continues AlUla Cinema Week with a selection of Arab and Saudi screenings, plus Q&A and panel discussions with producers and actors.
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3. 100 Best Arabic Posters
Part of the AlUla Arts Festival, this maze-like exhibition showcases 100 winning posters chosen from 2500 submissions. It’s the perfect chance to explore the contemporary visual culture of the Arab world.
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Involving 200 riders navigating 120 km of desert terrain, this long-distance competition is a global benchmark for endurance riding. Men and women compete together across four varying circuits.
Book Now
2. Cinema AlJadidah
Grab your popcorn. AlUla’s open-air movie theatre continues AlUla Cinema Week with a selection of Arab and Saudi screenings, plus Q&A and panel discussions with producers and actors.
Book Now
3. 100 Best Arabic Posters
Part of the AlUla Arts Festival, this maze-like exhibition showcases 100 winning posters chosen from 2500 submissions. It’s the perfect chance to explore the contemporary visual culture of the Arab world.
Book your workshop now
Dining
4. AWNA
Set against the dramatic landscapes of UNESCO-listed Hegra, world-class chefs offer a culinary experience inspired by the Nabataeans, bringing you closer to imagining life in this vibrant ancient kingdom.
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5. Tawlat Fayza
Tuck into a menu drawn from traditional Arabic recipes the owner grew up eating at his grandmother Fayza's table. A chic but casual spot, you'll be treated to a meal to make you feel at home in AlUla.
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6. OKTO
Nestled within Harrat Viewpoint, OKTO is a high-end restaurant offering classic Greek flavours with a contemporary twist. Made-to-share dishes, telescopes and a cosy bonfire lounge all add to the fun.
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Set against the dramatic landscapes of UNESCO-listed Hegra, world-class chefs offer a culinary experience inspired by the Nabataeans, bringing you closer to imagining life in this vibrant ancient kingdom.
Reserve a Table
5. Tawlat Fayza
Tuck into a menu drawn from traditional Arabic recipes the owner grew up eating at his grandmother Fayza's table. A chic but casual spot, you'll be treated to a meal to make you feel at home in AlUla.
Learn More
6. OKTO
Nestled within Harrat Viewpoint, OKTO is a high-end restaurant offering classic Greek flavours with a contemporary twist. Made-to-share dishes, telescopes and a cosy bonfire lounge all add to the fun.
Reserve a Table
Fashion
7. Ashar Valley Fashion
Shop for exclusive AlUla-inspired items and designs in this series of luxury retail pop-ups set in the stunning Ashar Valley. Open 4pm to 10pm (midnight Thurs & Fri); tickets must be booked in advance.
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8. Tafoni
Showcasing local artisans and regional designers, Tafoni is an exciting new retail pop-up located in AlJadidah. Browse everything from clothing to homeware in a carefully curated lifestyle market.
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Shop for exclusive AlUla-inspired items and designs in this series of luxury retail pop-ups set in the stunning Ashar Valley. Open 4pm to 10pm (midnight Thurs & Fri); tickets must be booked in advance.
Learn More
8. Tafoni
Showcasing local artisans and regional designers, Tafoni is an exciting new retail pop-up located in AlJadidah. Browse everything from clothing to homeware in a carefully curated lifestyle market.
Learn More
Adventures & Outdoor
9. Giant Swing
Leap from a mountain's edge and fly through spectacular canyon country on this thrilling, bungee-style swing – just one of a pick of unforgettable activities at AlUla’s Adventure Hub.
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10. AlUla Stairway
The AlUla Stairway takes you up a 45-metre suspended ladder with an exhilarating zipline back down to the valley floor. Plus, you get a photo to take home to prove you did it.
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Leap from a mountain's edge and fly through spectacular canyon country on this thrilling, bungee-style swing – just one of a pick of unforgettable activities at AlUla’s Adventure Hub.
Book Now
10. AlUla Stairway
The AlUla Stairway takes you up a 45-metre suspended ladder with an exhilarating zipline back down to the valley floor. Plus, you get a photo to take home to prove you did it.
Book Now
