About Al Jalees Club

Al Jalees is a cultural reading club founded in 2014, dedicated to connecting book lovers across Saudi Arabia through events, literature, and community. With chapters in Jeddah and Riyadh, Al Jalees offers edutainment, personal growth, and creative exchange for culture enthusiasts of all ages and backgrounds. Our bilingual events, digital content, and partnerships create a dynamic platform for reflection and meaningful dialogue.

Al Jalees Times, launched in 2024, is the club’s official digital magazine. Each issue explores timely cultural and literary themes, offering original analysis, event highlights, curated features, and insights from our growing community. It is an extension of our mission—designed to deepen cultural literacy, spark ideas, and celebrate voices across the Kingdom.

Mission: To offer creative and diverse events for culture enthusiasts of all ages in Arabic and English.

Vision: To be the leading cultural destination in contributing to the development of culture in Saudi Arabia for all ages.

Values: Interaction · Creativity · Connection