- What it measures
- Share of Phase 1 and 2 construction contracts awarded, per the acting CEO as reported by MEED on 30 September 2026. Awarded is not built.
- Date
- Sep 2026
- Source
- MEEDSep 2026
Why figures differ
When will the park be finished?
Late 2026, 2027 or 2030?
Explained
Updated 12 Nov 2026
The figures, side by side
What each source says
- What it measures
- An earlier reading of the same measure in March 2026 coverage; consistent with progress to 95% by September. A secondary report that we did not read in full.
- Date
- Mar 2026
- Source
- Al EqtisadiahMar 2026
- What it measures
- The Foundation's 2025 brochure said over 90% of construction packages were under contract.
- Date
- Jan 2025
Why the figures differ
These dates mark different milestones. ArchDaily's February 2026 update points to initial phases opening in late 2026 and substantial completion in 2027, and Gerber told Arab News in October 2025 that full completion is expected in 2030. Back in 2019 the launch material gave 2040 for full completion, and an early target of 2024 to 2025 has passed. As of 12 November 2026 no asset has opened and no opening date has been announced. MEED reported on 30 September that a phased soft-opening plan was going to the board, and the Royal Arts Complex is due to be handed to the Ministry of Culture between December 2026 and March 2027.
What we show
A dated status: 'preparing a phased soft opening, no date announced (12 November 2026)'. The 2027 and 2030 targets are shown as substantial and full completion, each with its source.
What would resolve it
The Foundation publishing its soft-opening plan and a dated first-opening area.
More figures explained
How big is King Salman Park?
Why do sources give the park's area as anything from 16.6 to 17.2 km²?
What does King Salman Park cost?
Is it $23bn, SAR72bn, $10bn, $25bn or $9bn?
How much private money is involved?
Is private investment SAR50bn, SAR150bn or $13bn, and how much is awarded?
How many investment packages are there?
Five committed, or one awarded?
How tall is the Museum of World Cultures?
Is the museum building 106 m or 110 m?
How many seats does the National Theatre have?
Is it 2,300 or 2,500?