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Are you planning to stay at home this Eid? Enjoy a week of fun right here at KAUST by the Sea. There will be lots to keep you busy!

Daily specials:

In addition to regularly offered activities at KAUST, join these special activities available every day from August 9 - 17.

• Indoor chill-out spaces available all day at the Community Lounge on Harbor Walk and the Community Hub in Discovery Square.
• Bowling Alley at the Harbor Sports Club (open 11:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. daily and first hour free!)
• Playland at the Island Recreation Center (Sun-Tues 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m., Thurs & Fri 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m., Closed Wed)
• Soft Play at Racquet Club (8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. daily)
• Footgolf mini-course at the Safaa Golf Club (6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. daily)
• Cinema “Pick-a-Match” game. (6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. daily)
  • Touch Screen will be located near Cinema reception. Prizes for those who complete the game while supplies last – come early in the week to have best chance for winning!

Arts and Crafts

Arts and crafts projects for kids with a different project each time!
Harbor Library, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

• Sunday, August 11: 3D Goldfish Bowl
• Tuesday, August 13: Paper Cup Shakers
• Thursday, August 15: Changing Weather Picture

Guided Bird Walks

Learn about the birds of KAUST!
Safaa Golf Club, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.  (Meet at Reception)

• Monday, August 12 and Wednesday, August 14
• Breakfast butties and hot/cold drinks for sale
  

Red Sea Boat Trips

The following boat trips must be booked in advance. Learn more and register today.

• Friday, August 9: Fishing trip 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Adult: SAR147/Child: SAR84) (Equipment provided)
• Saturday, August 10: Fishing trip 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Adult: SAR147/Child: SAR84) (Equipment provided)
• Saturday, August 10: Diving trip 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (SAR184) (Equipment rental available)
• Monday, August 12: Sunset Cruise and dinner buffet, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (Adult: SAR147/ Child: SAR84 (5 years and below – free)
• Wednesday, August 14: Snorkeling trip 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Adult: SAR84/Child: SAR47) (Equipment rental available)
• Thursday, August 15: Sunset Cruise and dinner buffet, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. (Adult: SAR147/ Child: SAR84 (5 years and below – free)
• Thursday, August 15: Fishing trip 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Adult: SAR147/Child: SAR84) (Equipment provided)
• Friday, August 16: Diving trip 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (SAR184) (Equipment rental available)
• Friday, August 16: Fishing trip 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Adult: SAR147/Child: SAR84) (Equipment provided)
• Saturday, August 17: Snorkeling trip 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Adult: SAR84/Child: SAR47) (Equipment rental available)
• Saturday, August 17: Fishing trip 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. (Adult: SAR147/Child: SAR84) (Equipment provided)

Harbor boat trips

1st to 3rd day of Eid
Yacht Club Marina Jetty, 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Registration at Guest Care from 4.30 pm)
20-minute boat trip around the KAUST Harbor (Adult: SAR20/Child: SAR10).

Parent and child playtime

Beat the heat! Play with your children in the IRC arena.

• Saturday, August 10 – Indoor playground 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Monday, August 12 – Bouncy Castles! 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, August 13  – Indoor playground 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Friday, August 16 – Indoor playground 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Restaurant Specials

1st to 3rd day of Eid:

• Eid Breakfast Buffet at Al Marsa Restaurant - 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (Adult: SAR60/ Child: SAR35)
• Lunch set menu at Al Marsa Restaurant – 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Adult: SAR70/Child: SAR40)
• Early Bird Special at Al Marsa Restaurant – 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. – 30% off hot and cold beverages/20% off A La Carte menu.

11 and 12 August:

• Eid Special Breakfast at Campus Diner – 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon (SAR35)
• Eid Special Budget Lunch and Chef Special at Campus Diner – 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (SAR15/SAR40)
• Eid Special Budget Dinner at Campus Diner – 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (SAR15)

Special Events

Beach Splash

Friday, August 9 / 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
South Beach

• Free pedalos and kayaks 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Volleyball and football
• Bouncy castle
• Beach toys and kites for sale
• Tex mex BBQ and beat-the-heat mocktails

Mini Golf Tournament

Saturday, August 10 / 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m
Safaa Golf Club

• Challenge your family and friends to a round of mini golf! Prizes for the winners!
• SAR10 entry fee per person
• Food will be available for purchase after the event
• Limited entry. First come, first served
• BBQ Buffet Dinner at 10th Hole Restaurant – 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Adult: SAR85/Child: SAR45)

Picnic on the Green

Tuesday, August 13 / 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Safaa Golf Club

• Golf themed games
• Bouncy castle
• Music
• Ice cream van
• Picnic boxes and drinks to purchase
• …and more!

Family Bowling Tournament

Wednesday, August 14 / 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Harbor Sports Club

• Challenge your family and friends!
• SAR10 entry fee per person (paid on the day)
• Pizza available for participants
• Limited entry – register in advance… or just come along on the day!

Disney Themed Pool Party

Thursday, August 15 / 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Island Recreation Center
Prizes to be won!  Come dressed in your best Disney costume!

• Pool obstacle course and slide
• Live band
• Ice Cream and Pastries
• Afternoon Tea at IRC Deli from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (SAR12)
• Tex Mex BBQ Buffet at Pure from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Adult: SAR85/Child: SAR45)
  

Beach Splash

Friday, August 16 / 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
South Beach

• Free pedalos and kayaks 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
• Volleyball and football
• Bouncy castle
• Beach toys and kites for sale
• ‘Beat-the-Heat’ mocktails
• Tex Mex Live BBQ

If you are traveling this Eid break, safe travels. If you’re staying at KAUST, enjoy your staycation!

Regards,

Omar Al-Omar
Director, Community Services & Engagement