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Qiddiya stadium: Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium
Qiddiya stadium will feature a range of events from football to music. (Credit: Supplied)

You need to see Qiddiya City’s new stadium on a 200-metre cliff

The state-of-the art venue in the Tuwaiq Mountains will be the future home-grounds of Al Nassr and Al Hilal

Play has no limits and Qiddiya City is proof of it.

The world’s first-ever playing-centric city is getting the first-ever sky-high stadium in the Tuwaiq Mountains called Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium .

That is not all though, Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium will also feature the world’s first fully combined retractable pitch, roof and LED wall.

Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium: Qiddiya City
The new Saudi stadium will be located just 40 minutes from Riyadh. (Credit: Supplied)

Located atop a 200-metre cliff, the state-of-the-art stadium will host some of the biggest and most dramatic sporting events in the region. (As fitting the location.)

The multi-use stadium aims to revolutionise the traditional experience of supporting your team by taking you to the skies. Add in immersive experiences with unique technological features and this be a level above your usual Thursday night match.

Qiddiya stadium Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium

What is the Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium?

Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium: Qiddiya City
The stadium will be the first-ever sporting venue located atop a mountain. (Credit: Supplied)

The brand-new stadium is a multi-use venue that is set to host some of the Kingdom’s biggest upcoming sporting and entertainment events including the Saudi Cup, the Asian Cup and a proposed venue for the FIFA World Cup 2034.

With 45,000 seats the Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium will also serve as the home-ground for Riyadh’s favourite Saudi Pro League clubs Al Nassr, led by the GOAT himself Ronaldo and Al Hilal.

You will be able to enjoy multiple spectacles in a single visit including footie, boxing, esports and more. Additionally, You’ll also be able to sing along to your fave singers and be moved by thrilling theatre performances.

Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium location

Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium: Qiddiya City
Immersive experiences meet the latest in tech at the forthcoming venue. (Credit: Qiddiya City)

Sitting 200-metres off the ground, the Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium will be located located on top of the Tuwaiq Cliff.

Located 40 minutes away from Riyadh, the futuristic venue will offer direct access to Qiddiya City’s vibrant Gaming and Esports District and other city entertainment options.

The stadium will also be within 50,000 square metres of shopping, dining, entertainment options and hotels (Saudi staycation alert).

Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium amenities

The stadium will be home to the world’s first fully combined retractable pitch, roof and LED wall. The LED wall will be used for live broadcasts, stream high-definition films and laser shows which will offer an immersive experience. When not in use, the LED wall will reveal breathtaking views of Qiddiya City.

The venue will also have state-of-the-art holographic technology that will allow you to virtually interact with celebrities.

The Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium will also use climate-control technology to keep the venue cool enough to use year-round.

About Qiddiya City

Prince Mohammad bin Salman Stadium: Qiddiya City
The stadium will be located close to the city’s gaming and esports district. (Credit: Public Investment Fund)

Qiddiya City will be home to the world’s first mixed-use gaming and esports district that will attract gamers from across the globe. The ambitious gaming and esports attraction will have four dedicated esports venues and host a year-round calendar of some of the biggest esports events. That is not all, you can also look forward to a Six Flags Qiddiya with the world’s largest and fastest rollercoaster.

Sports in Saudi

The Kingdom is set to hot a number of big sporting events in the coming future such as the first-ever Saudi Esports World Cup, The Saudi Cup and the Arab Games in 2027.

Coming soon. Qiddiya City, qiddiya.com.

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