Are you planning to stay at KAUST during the upcoming mid-semester break? Enjoy all the fun right here at KAUST. There will be lots to keep you busy!
These regularly offered activities will make your staycation feel like a vacation:
Make a team of up to 6 players and show your wits. The October Quiz Night event will be held at the Island Recreation Club on Thursday, October 14, 2021. Starting from 7:00 P.M., teams will compete in general knowledge. Whether you are looking for an evening of collaborative fun or want to show off your knowledge, this quiz night is for you.
Learn more
Have a fun afternoon at South Beach on October 15 from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. with friends and family along with an appetizing live barbecue! A selection of burgers and sandwiches will be available for purchase
Safaa Golf Club is having a Special Day for the kids to enjoy themselves where they will be challenged on different areas of the game of golf. There will be two activities set up by the Golf team where the kids will have the first activity as Target Golf and the second one as Mini Golf.
Registration:
It's magical to sleep under the stars! If you have your own tent and want to go camping at King Abdullah Monument Park or Safaa Stadium, we are offering camping pitches during the break. To book a spot, complete the booking form with your contact information and the date(s) you would like to camp.
In addition, we are offering camping at South Beach on Oct 14, Oct 15, Oct 21, and Oct 22. If you would like to camp at South Beach on any of these dates, please complete this registration form
KAM Splash is back at King Abdullah Monument Park. This event will be held on Friday, October 22 between 2:00 P.M. and 5:00 P.M. for everyone to enjoy the wet and dry inflatables, music, and delightful food options, surrounded by beautiful scenery. Be prepared to have an amazing time!
Wear pink and bring the whole family to walk or run together! No registration is required.
This event is a partnership with the Beach to Beacon community club.
Many of our Community Clubs have now restarted their activities and will operate as normal during the October school break. For more information about Community Clubs, visit the page on the Community Life website.
Teen Space - The Teen Space is offering activities that will engage teens within a safe and friendly environment during the fall break.
Check the full list of the activities below:
Date | Activity | Timings of the Activities | Normal club timing | Location |
Saturday 16th October
| Mindfulness coloring and arts and crafts – start the break with an unwind-the-mind afternoon For grades 6 to 12 | 3:00 to 6:00 P.M. | 4:00 - 10:00 P.M. | Teen Space |
Sunday 17th October | NO SESSION | |||
Monday 18th October | Movie and popcorn For grades 7-12 | 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. | NO SESSION | Teen Space |
Tuesday 19th October | 5-a-side football grades For grades 6 to 12 | 3:30-5:00 P.M. | NO SESSION | Astro pitch 3 |
Wednesday 20th October | Pool competition – sign up to compete for a winner's medal! Registration Form is available at the Teen Space For grades 7-12 | 7:30 – 9:00 P.M. | 6:00 – 10:00 P.M. | Teen Space |
Thursday 21st October | Regular Session | 6:00 – 11:00 P.M. | Teen Space | |
Friday 22nd October | Movie and popcorn afternoon For pre-teens (ages 8-12) | 2:00 -5:00 P.M. | 2:00 – 11:00 P.M. | Teen Space |
Saturday 23rd October | Regular Session | 4:00 – 10:00 P.M. | Teen Space |
Budding Genius is a STEM online learning platform that offers a range of online Camps. This fall they will be covering Game Development and Python Coding.
To register: contact buddinggenius@buddinggeniuscm.com
Role Models, an education provider that specializes in Life Skills Courses, will offer fun and interactive online workshops to develop young people's skills in leadership, confidence, resilience, and creative problem-solving collaboration, and growth mindset. They are offering KAUST parents a 15% discount. Use the coupon code: KAUSTOCT21
When: Oct 17 – 21 – 10.00 A.M. – 11.30 A.M. (UK time) every day or Oct 18–22 – 4.00 pm – 5.30 pm (UK time) every day
Courses:
Cost: 1052 Sar for 5 days each course
For more information visit: https://www.rolemodels.me/courses/online-courses/online-core-life-skills-courses/
Role Models also offers 60-minute online sessions on a range of topics. Prices start at SAR 108 per session.
For more information visit: https://www.rolemodels.me/courses/online-courses/online-life-skills-sessions/
Tour Companies for local tours
Local attractions
We hope you have a wonderful Fall Break!