17 boss things to do this weekend in Abu Dhabi

Catch a flick at Manarat Al Saadiyat
Enjoy your films from the world indie scene? Then get on down to Manarat Al Saadiyat’s alternative film festival to see the likes of Tokyo Ride and Shut up Sona for Dhs20. But you better hurry as it finishes on Saturday.
Dhs20. Until Sat Jun 26, times vary. Saadiyat Island, tickets.virginmegastore.me/ae/theater.

Paint and grape at Garage
Get the creative juices flowing at the Design & Dine brunch at the W Abu Dhabi Yas Island where you can tuck into Asian, Peruvian and Middle Eastern bites while producing sweet magic on the canvas with prices starting from Dhs310.
Dhs310 (soft drinks), Dhs360 (house drinks). Thu Jun 24 7pm-10pm. W Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Yas Island (02 656 0000).

Swing round to Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting & Golf Club
No time for 18 holes? Get a quick nine in this weekend at one of the tougher championship courses in Abu Dhabi for Dhs155 on a Thursday and Dhs220 on Friday and Saturdays. Nice. For more summer golf rates in Abu Dhabi click here.
Nine holes: Dhs155. Sun-Thu 7am until late. Dhs220 Fri-Sat 7am until late. 18 holes: Dhs230. Sun-Thu 7am until late. Dhs315. Fri-Sat 7am until late. Al Ain (03 702 6400).

Take on Tandoori Thursdays at Namak
Spice up your Thursday evening with a trip to Namak for unlimited bites of kebabs and tikkas cooked on the Tandoor from Dhs148.
Dhs148 (food), Dhs248 (select house drinks). Thu 7pm-11.30pm (three-hour experience). Dusit Thani Hotel (02 698 8137).

Treat Dad to one last gift at West Bay Abu Dhabi
Father’s Day may have been on Monday but the Escape Pool Bar and Escape Café at West Bay is still giving dads a chance to enjoy free resort access and 20 percent off grape and bubbly. Love you, Pops.
Free entry (20 percent off grape and bubbly). Until Thu Jun 24. West Bay, Corniche Road (02 692 4375).

Check out newly released Flashback at the cinema
If you love twists and turns to your plots then buy yourself a ticket to psychological thriller Flashback. Starring Dylan O’Brien and Maika Monroe, Frederick Fitzell starts seeing horrific visions of Cindy, a girl who vanished in high school. Intrigued? Check out Time Out’s preview here.

Chill out in Marta Bar
The Louvre Abu Dhabi has many enticing features, including stunning pieces of artwork, kayaking and a place to catch the sunset. But Marta Bar is fast becoming a great pull to Saadiyat with its cool vibes and relaxed atmosphere. Want to know more? Check out Time Out’s review here.
Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island (02 205 4200).

Enjoy the sweet life at Verso
Sample some delicious Italian bites at this classy venue at the Grand Hyatt. With prices starting from Dhs250, have a dip between munching from 12.30pm to 4pm.
Dhs250 (soft drinks), Dhs340 (premium grapes and hops). Fri 12.30pm-4pm. Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences Emirates Pearl, West Corniche (02 510 1234).

Hit the sea with Captain Tony’s
It’s International Sea Farer’s Day on Friday and what better day to mark the occasion than hopping aboard with Captain Tony, who has a boat load of options including fishing, island hopping, and daytime and nighttime voyages from which to choose.
Prices and times vary. Yas Marina, Yas Island, captaintonys.ae (02 650 7175).

Tap up Diablito Food & Music for tapas week
Patatas bravas, paella, chopitos, sound like your kind of cuisine? Then make for this Yas Marina establishment, which is celebrating tapas week with tapas and drink for Dhs40. Arriba.
From Dhs40. Until Jun 27 noon-1pm. Gate Village 6, DIFC (04 323 1833).

Test your taste buds with The Tasting Class at Graphos Social Kitchen
Think you know your New Zealand grape? Then take on The Tasting Class’ blind tasting challenge at Graphos Social Kitchen this Friday from 4pm to 6pm.
Dhs220. Fri 4pm-6pm. Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Yas Island (050 572 2761).

Saturday
Learn from the masters at COYA Abu Dhabi
Want to know the tricks of the trade? Make an appointment with COYA Abu Dhabi’s team this Saturday and pick up great tips on how to rustle up some delish fare and tasty mixed drinks.
Dhs290. Sat June 26 12.30pm-2pm. Four Seasons Hotel, The Galleria, Al Maryah Island (04 316 9600).

Paddle and a flick at Louvre Abu Dhabi
Don’t want to choose between exercise and your movie needs? Do both at Louvre Abu Dhabi this Saturday by kayaking around the dome and stopping for short film (Hair Love) for Dhs126. For more water-based adventures around Abu Dhabi check out this action-packed list.
Dhs126. Jun 26, Jul 3, 6pm, 7pm, 8pm. Saadiyat Island (600 56 5566).

Score a Euro 2020 deals this Saturday
We’re now into the business end of the tournament and, of course, you want to make sure you have the best possible view of the action. At The Warehouse you can bag free-flowing bevs for each 90 minute game for Dhs120 and, if you’re feeling hungry, munch down on unlimited chicken wings and a hops bucket for Dhs149 for Wales vs Denmark. Moving onto Italy vs Austria, show your national pride at Heroes by wearing your jersey and you will receive the first drink on the house before enjoying a burger and a pint of hops for Dhs80 or a bucket of American hops for Dhs99.
Heroes: Dhs80 (burger and pint), Dhs99 (bucket of American hops). Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi (02 6166132). The Warehosue: Dhs120 (free-flowing beverages), Dhs149 (unlimited chicken wings and hops bucket). Capital Centre (02 4096 514).

Stuff your tummy for half the price at Iris Yas Island
Want to eat out while not hurting the back pocket? At Iris Yas Island you can get 50 percent discount on selected food and drink while you watch the boats go by on the marina.
50 percent off (food and drinks). Daily 6pm-9pm. Yas Marina, Yas Island (055 160 56 36).

Tell tales at the Cultural Foundation’s German and Arabian exhibition
Love the Brothers Grimm? Couldn’t get enough of Arabian Nights? Then make a date in the diary to visit the Cinderella to Sindbad: German and Arab Timeless Tales exhibit at the Cultural Foundation where you can explore the mutual influences and shared ideas of both literary traditions.
Free entry. Sat-Thu 10am7pm, Fri 2pm-7pm. Qasr Al Hosn, Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum Street (02 657 6348).

Upgrade your Saturday with brunch at Aqua
Brunch on a Saturday? Why not? At Aqua’s Wood & Fire brunch you can get tuna tartare, duck rillette, flank steak and a selection of salads and desserts from Dhs310 from noon to 3pm.
Dhs310 (food), Dhs410 (unlimited grape and hops). Sat noon-3pm. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5550).