The JW Marriott Riyadh will host the What's On Saudi Arabia Awards, 2025, once more on September 16th, 2025.

Saudi Arabia's entertainment, dining, and leisure scenes have never been more exciting. For the third year, we are bringing back the What's On Saudi Arabia Awards to honour Saudi Arabia's innovators, creators, and industry pioneers. The fact that the public votes for these awards is what makes them unique. In addition to a specific category for the culinary scene in the larger Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, there are 44 categories covering a wide range of dining and recreational experiences. Moreover, the four entertainment and leisure categories are open to people from all over the Kingdom. The editorial team will personally select the two winners of the coveted Editor's Choice awards. After the votes are cast, we invite the best local and international chefs and entertainers to the nation for a spectacular awards ceremony where the recipients of the coveted trophies will be revealed. Besides, the public votes for the What's On Saudi Arabia Awards, which are unique because the regular attendees think the winners are the best in the business. For those unfamiliar with the awards or those interested in learning more, a comprehensive guide to the format is provided. A testament to the rapid growth in Jeddah, AlUla, and Eastern Province, this year's awards have grown to an amazing 37 categories, covering dining establishments, entertainment, and leisure across the entire Kingdom. They also include new cuisines and experiences in Riyadh. Only the public vote determines 33 of the 36 categories. We couldn't, however, let you enjoy all the fun. The competition concludes with the editorial team hand-picking three coveted Editor's Choice awards. Newcomer of the Year, Restaurant of the Year, and Homegrown Restaurant of the Year are these. Read more: Global Infrastructure Expo, 2025