Looking for fantastic things to do in Abu Dhabi in April? April in the capital means soaking up the (semi-cool) weather before it starts to get truly sweaty out there. We’re planning plenty of breakfasts in the sunshine, days full of kayaking in Abu Dhabi and nights out at the capital’s best lounges.
April 2022 is packed with ultra-cool things to do in Abu Dhabi and we’re ready to try them all.
Ready to get out into the city? Here’s the full list of things to do in Abu Dhabi in April.
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April 1
Jump and play at Air Maniax Yas Mall
Grab the gang and head to Air Maniax at Yas Mall. The inflatable adventure park opens Friday April 1, and promises plenty of fun like at its Marina Mall location. Air Maniax is the UAE’s first large scale indoor “inflatapark” and the opening will have even more excitement with events, goodie bags and more.
Opens Fri Apr 1.Yas Mall, airmaniax.com.
April 2
Bounce around at Umm Al Emarat Park
It’s still cool enough to exercise outside, and the best way to make the most of it is at BOUNCE at Umm Al Emarat Park. Tickets start at Dhs30 for a 15-minute bounce and you’ll find a challenging climbing wall, a fluffy cloud of air, a free jump court and more all overseen by a Bounce Progression Master. Get ready to jump. BOUNCE at Umm Al Emarat Park will be open until the end of April 2022 before it closes for the summer.
From Dhs30. Until Sat Apr 30. Umm Al Emarat Park ummalemaratpark.ae.
April 3
Sip coffee in a unique new café in Al Bateen
There’s a new unique café to try in Al Bateen. M1 Café & Lounge is open now and it has three floors of dining experiences to try. Sip an artisanal coffee during the day, or head here for lunch or dinner to try specialty plates. There’s a private members’ club, too.
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Open Sun-Thu 8am-11pm; Fri-Sat 8am-1am. Al Bateen, instagram.com/m1cafelounge (02 583 3342).
April 4
See three new exhibitions at Qasr Al Hosn
Looking for artsy things to do in Abu Dhabi? The Qasr Al Hosn 2022 programme has launched with three new exhibitions and a series of workshops. You’ll find incredible new things to see and do in the Cultural Foundation and House of Artisans.
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Qasr Al Hosn, qasralhosn.ae.
April 5
Bowling and arcade games at Central
In search of something fun to do at Yas Bay Waterfront? Central is open now with bowling, arcade games and classic American dishes.
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Open Mon-Thu 4pm-midnight; Fri-Sun noon-3am. Yas Bay Waterfront instagram.com/central_uae.
April 6
Free fitness classes at Yas Marina Circuit
Looking to get your heart racing on Yas Island? Head to the track every evening from Monday to Wednesday for body attack, body combat, body balance, yoga, pilates and Zumba classes. All you need to do is register for TrainYAS to get a barcode that will give you access to the track.
Click here to learn more about the free fitness classes at Yas Marina Circuit.
Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island yasmarinacircuit.com.
April 8
Slide down Velocity at WTC Mall
Take your shopping experience to new heights this April 2022. Velocity is the longest and tallest stainless-steel slide in the Middle East and it’s open now at WTC Mall. Jump into the sliding mat and get ready for a thrill.
Click here to learn more about Velocity and watch Time Out have one of the first slides.
Dhs15 (one slide) Dhs25 (two slides). 10am-10pm (Mon-Fri), 10am-midnight (Sat-Sun). WTC Mall, Khalifa Bin Zayed the First Street wtcae.ad.
April 9
Listen to live music on the boardwalk at Waterfront Weekends
Looking for live music in Abu Dhabi? Waterfront Weekends at Yas Bay Waterfront is happening every weekend from Friday to Sunday. Soak up the good vibes from every corner of the boardwalk from 5.30pm until late. Jive to the beat of hand pan, steel pan and tapping guitar performances; violin, cello and harp; plus fusion performers and western performers.
Click here to learn more about what’s on offer during Waterfront Weekends.
Fri-Sun, 5.30pm. Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island yasbay.ae.
April 10
Visit the new Sharjah Safari Park
Sharjah Safari Park is the largest safari park outside of Africa and after much anticipation, it’s finally open. Located at Al Bridi Nature Reserve, the safari park has over 1,000 animals and birds to see. Slap on some SPF and a safari shirt (we know you have one).
Click here to read more about the new Sharjah Safari Park.
From Dhs40. Open daily 8.30am-6.30pm. Safari Park, Al Dhabi, instagram.com/shjsafari.
April 11
Watch a new film by an Emirati filmmaker at the Arts Center at NYUAD
Looking for cultural things to do in Abu Dhabi? Nawaf Al Janahi’s Before We Forget is being screened at the Arts Center at NYUAD. The film is about a man suffering from debt who takes his son and fahter on a road trip to find buried treasure. Tickets to CinemaNa are free of charge, but online reservation is required. Tickets are available from Thursday March 31 at 3pm.
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Monday April 11, 9.30pm. NYU Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island nyuad.boxoffice@nyu.edu nyuad-artscenter.org
April 12
Cool off with a popsicle at Pop City
Head to the waterfront and cool off in the sunshine with the newly opened Pop City. The popsicles are healthy, sweet and vegan-friendly. You can choose between “funky,” “creamy,” and “fruity” options, depending on your preference. These pops are also incredibly ‘grammable (much like the rest of Yas Bay).
Click here to read more about Pop City opening at Yas Bay Waterfront.
Open now, Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island instagram.com/popcity.uae.
April 13
Go kayaking in the Eastern Mangroves
Looking for things to do in Abu Dhabi with nature? There are few spaces more beautiful The Eastern Mangroves. There’s something extra special about paddling through the stunning landscape. Tours will also give you info on the local ecosystem, its significance to the local area and history in Abu Dhabi.
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From Dhs80. Eastern Mangroves Promenade, seahawk.ae and noukhada.ae.
April 17
Go camping at Al Wathba lake campsite
Abu Dhabi’s Al Wathba lake campsite is now open with a running and cycling track, eco-camping facilities and playgrounds. Better get out there for April 2022 before it gets too hot. The Al Wathba lake campsite is a 45-minute drive from the centre of Abu Dhabi and includes a variety of pitch types. This is one of the top things to do in Abu Dhabi for adventurous types.
Click here to learn more about the Al Wathba lake campsite.
Now open. Al Wathba.
April 20
Go to the opening of the Louvre Abu Dhabi’s new exhibition
There’s a new exhibition opening at Louvre Abu Dhabi for April 2022. Stories of Paper is all about artistic expressions on paper – from manuscripts to drawings to contemporary installations. Mark your cards and get ready for a trip to the Louvre, because Stories of Paper will run from Wednesday April 20 to Sunday July 24.
Opening Wed Apr 20. Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, louvreabudhabi.ae (600 565566).
April 23
Go for the risotto fest at Dino’s Bistro Italiano
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Looking for a foodie event in Abu Dhabi this April? The Risotto Speciale is happening at Dino’s Bistro Italiano from Monday April 18 to Saturday April 30 with risotto dishes for starters, mains and dessert. Try the gorgonzola risotto, foie gras and truffle risotto, or Nona’s risotto pudding for dessert. Prices start at Dhs45.
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From Dhs45. Mon Apr 18 to Sat Apr 30. Pearl Rotana Capital Centre, Al Rawdah (02 307 5555).
April 28
Watch Fantastic Beasts: Secrets of Dumbledore in UAE theatres
Ready for the latest installment of the Harry Potter universe? Fantastic Beasts: Secrets of Dumbledore is releasing to UAE cinemas on Thursday April 28 and stars Jude Law, Eddie Redmayne, Mads Mikkelsen, Alison Sudol, Jessica Williams and Katherine Waterston. In the film, Professor Dumbledore knows that Gellert Grindelwald, is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. He entrusts Newt Scamander to lead a team of wizards to stop him.
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Releases Thu Apr 28.
