Your weekend sorted with the best things to do in Abu Dhabi, from concerts and raves to markets and motorsport
Here’s your weekend cheat sheet. The kind you screenshot on Friday afternoon and thank yourself for later. From sweaty dance floors to slow-breath yoga mornings, Abu Dhabi is busy. In a good way. Here’s your list of fun things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend
Kayan Wellness Festival
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If January felt like one long group chat you forgot to mute, this is your reset button. Think sunrise yoga, meditation circles, talks that make you rethink your screen time, and live music drifting in the background. You can float between sessions or just feel the sand between your toes and exist for a bit. No pressure, no noise, just you and your nervous system finally unclenching.
Location: Fahid Island
Time: February 6 to 8
Cost: From Dhs245
Contact: (058) 164 1660
Masquerave
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The Louvre after dark hits different. The park turns into a full-blown dance floor, all flashing lights, pounding bass and mysterious masks that make everyone feel a little braver. Adriatique takes over from midnight, with The Blaze warming things up earlier, so expect serious electronic music energy. It’s part art, part rave, part “how is this my life right now?”.
Location: Louvre Abu Dhabi
Time: Doors open 8:30pm
Cost: Dhs395 via Platinumlist
Contact: (060) 056 5566
Mariah Carey at Saadiyat Nights
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Yes, that Mariah. The voice. The whistle notes. The songs you pretend you don’t know every word to, then suddenly do. With the sea breeze rolling in and thousands of people singing along, it’s shaping up to be one of those goosebump nights you’ll talk about for years. Bring tissues and your inner diva.
Location: Saadiyat Nights, Saadiyat Island
Time: Doors open 5pm
Cost: From Dhs295 via Ticketmaster
Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
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Tennis is wildly underrated as a day out. You get big serves, dramatic rallies and that satisfying thwack echoing around the stadium. Tickets are affordable, snacks are easy, and you can dip in and out between matches. Go with friends, pick a favourite player and suddenly you’re emotionally invested for six straight hours.
Location: International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City
Time: 10:30am to 9pm
Cost: From Dhs30
Contact: Tickets via Platinumlist
Yas Speed Festival
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If the smell of petrol and the sound of engines makes your heart beat faster, this one’s calling your name. Expect racing action on track and a proper car-lover’s playground off it, including Yas Motor Majlis with hundreds of seriously good-looking rides. There’s food trucks, kids’ zones and enough to keep the whole family busy, even if only one of you actually knows what torque means.
Location: Yas Marina Circuit
Time: From 9am
Cost: Dhs95
Contact: (02) 497 9000
La Fiesta at Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar
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Sunday nights deserve better than leftovers and scrolling. Head up to this rooftop for Latin beats, dancers, colourful everything and a crowd that actually came to have fun. Add a three-course menu and free-flow drinks and suddenly Monday feels very far away. It’s loud, lively and exactly the right kind of chaos.
Location: Siddharta Lounge by Buddha-Bar, Yas Island
Time: 7pm to 11pm
Cost: Dhs149 per person
Contact: (050) 601 1194
The Cove House
Umm Al Emarat Park turns into a whimsical little world for this one. Think colourful installations, indie brands, cute finds you didn’t know you needed and plenty of snacks to justify a long wander. There are creative workshops, arcade games and enough corners to keep kids entertained while you “just quickly” browse another stall. Spoiler, you’re not leaving empty-handed.
Location: Umm Al Emarat Park
Time: 4pm to 11pm
Cost: Dhs60, plus Dhs10 park entry
Contact: (02) 666 9559
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