As the Esports World Cup 2025 kicks off in Riyadh, visitors to SEF Arena can look forward to more than just high-stakes gaming. Running alongside the global competition is the Street Food Festival, organised by the Culinary Arts Commission. The event will take place from July 10 to 19, at Boulevard City, from 6 PM to 1 AM daily.

This culinary activation is designed to showcase the richness of Saudi Arabia’s food culture to both local and international guests. With esports players and fans gathering from all over the world, the festival offers a fitting opportunity to promote Saudi cuisine and heritage dishes on a global platform.

 

The Street Food Festival is more than just a food market. It is built around three key goals:

  • Celebrating culinary arts as part of Saudi identity
  • Highlighting the diversity of Saudi cuisine across regions
  • Providing a platform for Saudi chefs to shine both locally and internationally

Guests can explore a wide range of traditional dishes, taste different varieties of Saudi coffee and dates, and learn more about the country’s regional flavours through live cooking shows. These demonstrations feature local chefs preparing well-known recipes using fresh ingredients.

 

And for dessert, traditional Saudi ice cream made from local ingredients offers a cool and flavourful way to wrap up the meal.

With the Street Food Festival complementing the Esports World Cup 2025, visitors have the chance to enjoy a unique cultural experience that blends food, tradition, and entertainment in one location.