The AlUla Wellness
Festival returns for its fifth edition, promising another unforgettable season
of fitness, rejuvenation, and mindfulness amid one of the world’s most
breathtaking landscapes.
Running from October 24
to November 1, 2025, the festival takes place across AlUla’s
most iconic sites and its most luxurious retreats, uniting visitors and
wellness experts in a celebration of health and nature.
Whether you’re seeking
inspiration, connection, or a physical challenge, here are the top experiences
you shouldn’t miss during the 2025 AlUla Wellness Festival.
LES MILLS: ICONIC FITNESS
Global fitness
phenomenon Les Mills makes its debut at the festival with a series of premium,
instructor-led classes staged at AlUla’s most spectacular locations. Expect
signature sessions like BODYCOMBAT, BODYPUMP, BODYBALANCE, RPM, AND GRIT,
adapted to suit various fitness levels.
Classes run throughout
the AlUla Wellness Festival from 24 October to 1 November, with sessions held
at many iconic landmarks, including Elephant Rock, Hegra, Old Town
Amphitheatre, Harrat Viewpoint, Heart of the Oasis, and Maraya – the world’s
largest all-mirrored building.
Packages include
single-class tickets (from SAR 150), five-class passes (SAR 638) and ten-class
passes (SAR 1,125), with a shuttle bus service operating from Winter Park to
all venues. Selected sessions are also ladies-only.
YOGA PROGRAMME
Returning from 24
October to November 1, the Yoga Programme remains one of the most anticipated
elements of the AlUla Wellness Festival, with an expanded 80 sessions designed
to connect movement, breath and nature. Sessions will take place across five of
AlUla’s most beautiful resorts and locations: Banyan Tree AlUla, Our Habitas
AlUla, Shaden Resort, Five Senses Sanctuary, and AlManshiyah Plaza.
Participants can
explore a variety of yoga styles and wellness practices, including Classical
Yoga, Soul Flow Vinyasa, Pranayama, Art Therapy, Meditation, Breathwork, and
much more. Morning sessions focus on energising flows, while afternoons and
evenings emphasise restorative movement, guided stillness, and meditative
sounds.
Classes run daily
between 8.30am and 7pm, with single-session, five-class, and ten-class passes
available to purchase.
TEAM JAYCO ALULA CYCLING CAMP – RIDE WITH
THE PROS
Cycling enthusiasts
have a rare opportunity to train, ride, and engage with world-class
professionals in the Team Jayco AlUla Cycling Camp. Taking place 29 and 30
October, participants will join two 90km guided rides through AlUla’s
remarkable terrain and along the region’s dedicated cycle zones, led by Team
Jayco AlUla pro riders.
Both days also include
masterclasses and workshops led by expert staff on topics such as race tactics,
strategy, and preparation; nutrition, training, and recovery; bike mechanics
and maintenance; and mobility and physiotherapy.
The camp is limited to
25 participants to maintain an intimate, high-impact experience, with spots
priced at SAR 2,500 per person (advanced booking is required).
ENDURANCE EVENTS – ALULA HALF MARATHON AND
24 HOUR ENDURANCE RACE
The AlUla Wellness
Festival is offering runners of all levels the opportunity to test their
endurance with two special races: the AlUla Half Marathon and 24 Hour Endurance
Race.
The AlUla Half
Marathon on 25 October invites participants to choose from five different
distances, ranging from the child- and family-friendly 1.5km up to the full
21.1km race, making it accessible to both serious runners and casual
participants.
The course weaves
through AlUla’s iconic landscapes and historic sites, with the race-day
atmosphere enhanced by a lively race village, music, and entertainment for
runners and spectators alike.
For athletes seeking
the ultimate test of stamina, the 24 Hour Endurance Race, from 31 October to 1
November, pushes athletes to cover as many laps as possible on an 8km loop at
the Al Mugharya Camel Track over a full 24-hour period. Registrants may enter
solo or in teams of 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12.
There is the option to
camp onsite in a glamping village, where tents with mattresses, lighting, power
outlets, and basic amenities are available. Visitors can also bring their own
tent.
MULTI-DISCIPLINE SPORTS EVENTS – ASHAR
VALLEY TRI AND ALULA DUATHLON
The AlUla Wellness
Festival’s multi-discipline events invite participants to push their limits in
spectacular surroundings, taking on running, cycling, rowing, and swimming
across two standout races: the Ashar Valley Tri and AlUla Duathlon.
Taking place on 1
November, the Ashar Valley Tri comprises a 3,000m static row, a 3000m bike
ride, and a 300m swim. Hosted at Our Habitas AlUla, the event runs in waves of
30 athletes every 30 minutes.
The AlUla Duathlon,
held a week earlier on 24 October, kicks off the endurance season with an
exhilarating run-bike-run race beginning at Winter Park. The event offers three
categories: Olympic (18+ years), Sprint ( (16+), and Kids Super Sprint (5-16),
ensuring a race for all ages and fitness levels.
Whether you’re
competing for a personal best or simply looking to soak up the atmosphere,
these multi-discipline events showcase AlUla’s growing reputation as a global
hub for sport and outdoor adventure.
ANNABEL’S AT ALULA
After a full day of
movement, mindfulness and wellbeing experiences, guests can unwind in style at
Annabel’s at AlUla. Located beneath the stars and framed by palm-fringed farm
vistas, this renowned open-air dining destination brings a touch of global glamour
to the desert.
Guests can indulge in
two distinctive menus; a signature selection and a wellness-inspired offering
that complements the AlUla Wellness Festival. Signature dishes such as the
Paccheri Pasta, Wild Sea Bass with Kalamata olives and Grilled Lamb Chops celebrate
the spirit of the original Annabel’s in Mayfair, while drawing inspiration from
the flavours of the region.
Dining at Annabel’s is
made even more special by its unique setting within Jabal Ikmah – one of
AlUla’s most remarkable heritage sites and often referred to as an ‘open-air
library’ due to the inscriptions and petroglyphs left by ancient civilisations. -TradeArabia News Service