Al Shaheed Park Phase 3 opens to the public on 1 October 2026, with a two-day opening carnival on 1 and 2 October.
The new phase adds a 2,300-seat theater, an ice rink, a snow hall and a karting track to Al Shaheed Park in Kuwait City.
Carnival dates and what’s on
| What | Details |
|---|---|
| Opening ceremony | Wednesday 30 September, 8 p.m., at the Al Soor Theater, under the patronage of the Amir |
| Public carnival | Thursday 1 and Friday 2 October 2026 |
| Theme | Peace, harmony and hope |
| Daily hours | Not announced yet |
| Entry | Not announced yet |
- Shows and light displays: the Al Soor Theater lights up for the carnival, with Kuwaiti heritage performances, parades and art installations around the park.
- For families: children’s and family shows run on the outdoor stages.
- Sports: local athletes put on live parkour and skating demonstrations.
Things to Do at Phase 3: Families, Thrill-Seekers and Culture Fans
Start with the kids’ shows, then book the snow hall or the ice rink.
During the carnivalChildren’s and family shows on the outdoor stagesOutdoor featuresA maze garden and shaded climbing areasSnow FunFrom KD 8 for 55 minutesIce skatingFrom KD 7 for 45 minutes, skate hire includedGood to know
The booking site says a QR code is needed for entry, so book snow and ice sessions before you go. On 29 September the ice rink was still listed as coming soon.
Karting and an indoor sky tunnel are the headline rides.
KartingFrom KD 10 for 10 minutes, ages 8 and upSky TunnelIndoor skydiving from KD 13.5 for 15 minutes, with an instructor on every flightDuring the carnivalLive parkour and skating shows by local athletesGood to know
On 29 September the booking site listed Sky Tunnel as open for booking and karting as coming soon, so check before you promise karting to anyone.
Head for the Al Soor Theater, the centerpiece of Phase 3.
Al Soor TheaterA 2,300-seat Roman-style theaterAlso in the complexAn outdoor cinema and a multipurpose hallDuring the carnivalLight shows on the theater, Kuwaiti heritage performances, parades and art installationsGood to know
The carnival’s shows are built around the theater and the park’s outdoor stages. No show times had been published by 29 September.
Attraction prices and booking
A booking site called Alshaheed Adventures, run by a company named TAS, sells timed sessions for snow play, ice skating, karting and a sky tunnel. The park has not named it as its official ticket channel, so treat these prices as a guide until it does. You pick a slot, pay by KNET, Apple Pay or card, and show a QR code at the door.
| Attraction | From | Session | Booking on 29 Sep |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snow Fun | KD 8 | 55 minutes | Open for booking |
| Sky Tunnel (indoor skydiving) | KD 13.5 | 15 minutes | Open for booking |
| Ice skating | KD 7 | 45 minutes | Coming soon |
| Karting (ages 8+) | KD 10 | 10 minutes | Coming soon |
| Outdoor Area | KD 5 | Flexible | Coming soon |
Your slot is held for 15 minutes while you pay. Prices are starting prices, so group and private sessions may cost more.
Before you go
- Check the hours on the day: carnival times and entry rules had not been published by 29 September. The park posts updates on its official Instagram account.
- Parking: Phase 3 includes parking for 2,388 cars, according to Times Kuwait. The opening weekend is likely to be busy, so arrive early.
- Go in the evening: the carnival’s light shows on the theater are best seen after dark.
- Coming from abroad: compare flights to Kuwait City and look at hotels in Kuwait City close to the park.
Compare fares to Kuwait City for the opening weekend or a winter visit, when the park is at its busiest.
Questions
When does Al Shaheed Park Phase 3 open?
Phase 3 opens to the public on 1 October 2026, with an opening carnival on 1 and 2 October. The official opening ceremony takes place the evening before, on 30 September.
Is the Al Shaheed Park Phase 3 carnival free?
Entry terms had not been announced by 29 September. The paid attractions (snow, ice, karting, sky tunnel) are sold separately online. Check the park’s official Instagram account for carnival details.
What are the Al Shaheed Park Phase 3 carnival timings?
Daily hours for 1 and 2 October had not been published by 29 September. Light shows on the theater suggest the main program runs into the evening, but confirm times before you go.
How much is ice skating at Al Shaheed Park?
From KD 7 for a 45-minute session with skate hire included, according to the attractions’ booking site. The rink was listed as coming soon on 29 September.
Can children go karting at Al Shaheed Park?
Yes, from age 8, according to the attractions’ booking site. A 10-minute session starts at KD 10.
Sources
- Amiri Diwan, opening ceremony of Al Shaheed Park Phase 3, 29 September 2026, retrieved 29 September 2026.
- Kuwait Times, Stage set for grand opening of Al-Shaheed Park Phase 3, 28 September 2026, retrieved 29 September 2026.
- Al Rai, Cultural and entertainment carnival opens Al Shaheed Park Phase 3, 26 September 2026, retrieved 29 September 2026.
- Times Kuwait, Third phase to open with two-day carnival on October 1, retrieved 29 September 2026.
- Times Kuwait, Al Shaheed Park Phase Three set to open October 1, 19 August 2026, retrieved 29 September 2026.
- Alshaheed Adventures, attraction prices and booking, retrieved 29 September 2026.
- Al Shaheed Park, official Instagram account, retrieved 29 September 2026.
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