Saudi National Day Holiday: Programs, Activities & Updates

17 September, 2026

Campus and Community (C&C) would like to wish you a wonderful Saudi National Day! Please note the following programs, offers, activities, and updates for the Saudi National Day holiday.     

Updated operating hours  

Please note the below changes to our regular operations on Sunday, September 27.  

  • KAUST Health will be closed on September 23 and will resume regular operations on September 24. The Emergency Department will remain open 24/7. 
  • Playland will be exceptionally closed on Tuesday and will instead be open Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. in celebration of Saudi National Day. 

Restaurants and retailers will operate as usual. Please check the Food and Retail page for details or updates before you visit.  

Special Promotions   

Celebrate with exclusive community offers this Saudi National Day, including:  

96th Saudi National Day at KAUST

 

Visit our curated webpage for all activities this Saudi National Day at KAUST and nearby below: 

Looking forward to celebrating the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia with you!   

 CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY