New Murabba stadium in Riyadh to offer sports and entertainment experiences

New Murabba, a new downtown destination in Riyadh, will include a 45,000-capacity stadium to enhance Saudi Arabia‘s sports and entertainment experiences.

New Murabba Development Company, owned by the kingdom’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), has unveiled the stadium’s Acacia tree-inspired design.

The new venue will use cutting-edge technology to provide an immersive and personalised experience for sports fans. It will also host events such as gaming competitions and exhibitions.

“The New Murabba Stadium embodies our commitment to transforming Riyadh into a global destination for sports and entertainment,” said Michael Dyke, CEO of New Murabba Development Company.

“The stadium will not only be a world-class venue for sporting events but also a vibrant community hub that enhances the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.”

The venue is scheduled for completion by the end of 2032. As above, it will also serve as a community hub with shaded spaces for gathering and socialising.

“The New Murabba Stadium is a symbol of Riyadh’s dynamic future,” said Dyke. “It demonstrates our commitment to delivering world-class infrastructure and experiences that will captivate both local communities and global audiences.”

New Murabba is a 19-square-kilometre project due for completion in 2030. In addition to green spaces, the development includes a museum, an immersive theatre, and more than 80 entertainment and cultural venues.

World-class venue in Saudi Arabia

There will also be more than 104,000 residential units, 9,000 hotel rooms and more than 980,000 square metres of retail space.

The centrepiece is a 400-metre-high cubic skyscraper named ‘Mukaab’. This will house 2 million square metres of shops, and cultural and tourist attractions.

Part of the PIF’s Vision 2030, the New Murabba project is expected to add $48 billion to the country’s non-oil GDP and create 334,000 direct and indirect jobs by 2030.

Images courtesy of New Murabba Development Company