From racetrack runs to ballet, butterflies and big concerts, Abu Dhabi offers the best things to do this weekend This weekend in Abu Dhabi is stacked, in a good way. You can run a racetrack at sunrise, wander through butterflies by midday or sink into live music and ballet by night. Whether you want loud, calm, cultural or just something different, here are the things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend. RunYAS 2026 Image: supplied If your New Year fitness promises are already on thin ice, this one helps. On Sunday, January 11, Yas Marina Circuit opens its track

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Tattu makes a suitably glamourous splash onto the Dubai dining scene Set the Scene Cemented as one of the leading names in the UK’s fun-dining scene, Tattu arrives in Dubai, not just as a restaurant, but as a trifecta of culinary experiences. The jewel in the crown of the world’s tallest hotel, Ciel Dubai Marina, guests can drink in panoramic views from the soaring 76th-floor infinity pool by day, enjoy sips and bites at Tattu Sky Lounge on level 81, then return to Tattu Restaurant on the 74th floor for a more formal dinner.  The Food and Drinks We arrive

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We caught up with contemporary artist Werner Bronkhorst ahead of his exhibition in Dubai If there’s one thing I personally love about my ’Gram, it’s how meticulously I’ve curated my algorithm. Get your hands on my phone and you’ll be met with a heady mix of things to do in Dubai, travel, art inspiration, and plenty of Formula 1. Lately, it’s been leaning heavily towards the latter of the list, which is exactly how I stumbled upon contemporary artist Werner Bronkhorst. While I’m not typically drawn to contemporary art, Bronkhorst’s work immediately stood out. His thick impasto layering recalls the

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Start the year strong with RunYAS 2026 where Abu Dhabi’s iconic Yas Marina Circuit turns into a community running festival If your New Year’s resolutions are already wobbling, here’s a good excuse to lace up and get moving. On Sunday January 11, Yas Marina Circuit hands the track over to the people for RunYAS 2026. RunYAS is back, and it’s shaping up to be one of those feel good mornings where everyone shows up. Families. Schools. Serious runners. Organised by Ethara in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Public Health Centre, the idea is simple. Start the year moving. Cross a

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Join Lagree classes on the DXB runway, DIFC Gate, Louvre Abu Dhabi and more Instagrammable locations Dubai and Abu Dhabi wellness lovers, listen up: Lagree Fitness is bringing its beloved workout to the UAE, with a week-long event that will see classes take over some of the most iconic landmarks in the emirates. Running from February 1 to 6, 2026, the classes will see some of Dubai and Abu Dhabi’s best-known – and most photo-friendly – locations beome backdrops for the signature high-intensity, low-impact workout. Taking place on the Lagree Microformer, all sessions will be led by Sebastien Lagree, the

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Reservations are now open at Nobu One Za’abeel and if Dubai’s love for Nobu is anything to go by, tables won’t last long Swipe through the gallery for a sneak peak of Nobu One Za’abeel     3 of 12         Dubai, get ready. One of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2026 is officially happening, with Nobu One Za’abeel opening on Saturday, January 17. This marks Nobu’s 3rd Dubai venue and 58 worldwide, but this one is set to be very different. Think iconic Nobu dishes, sky-high views, late-night energy and a buzzing bar scene –

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Dubai is on track to become a cashless city Dubai is shaping a future where paying without cash is the norm. A new long-term plan aims to make digital payments the preferred way to pay across Dubai, from government services to everyday shopping and everything in between. The goal? To significantly reduce the use of notes and coins and move towards a more seamless, digital-first payment system. How will Dubai go cashless? Dubai will move payments across both government and private sectors onto digital platforms. Instead of using notes and coins, residents and visitors will pay with cards, banking apps

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Sponsored: Rowley’s DIFC – Steak, views and evenings that flow Looking for a dinner spot that gets the food right and still gives you somewhere to go after? Start with steak downstairs, then head up to a chic rooftop where drinks, views and conversation carry the night forward. That’s the flow at Rowley’s DIFC, all in one place. Rowley’s DIFC: The heart of it all Image: Provided Rowley’s has been doing its thing for over 50 years, from London to Dubai, and that sense of heritage shows in all the right ways. At its core, this is a steakhouse built

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From butterflies to sloths, the Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi, a new indoor wildlife space opens in Al Qana this January Abu Dhabi is adding a new indoor wildlife attraction to its leisure lineup this January. The Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi opens on January 9. Located in Al Qana, directly opposite The National Aquarium and just minutes from the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the attraction promises a nature-led experience designed for year-round visits. Fully climate controlled, the gardens aim to offer a calm alternative to the city’s busier entertainment spaces. The space will be home to more than 10,000 butterflies moving

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