It’s finally the weekend. With so many brilliant things to do this weekend in Abu Dhabi, there’s no excuse to be a couch potato. Put on your sneakers, or your dancing shoes, or your golfing shoes… you get the gist. It’s time to go out.
From incredible brunches to sporty events we’ve got you covered with the best things to do in the capital.
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Check out the returning exhibition at Manarat Al Saadiyat
Looking for something cool to see in the Abu Dhabi arts scene? Portrait of a Nation II: Beyond Narratives is returning to Manarat Al Saadiyat from Friday January 21 to Saturday April 16. It highlights the UAE’s visual arts landscape over the past 50 years with more than 100 artworks to see.
Sat Jan 21- Sat April 16. Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, abudhabifestival.ae
Eat out at this new Lebanese-Armenian restaurant
You might recognise this new spot, Almayass, from its original location at Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort. The restaurant has now moved permanently to The Galleria. Head there the same mix of food, now with sea view outsides or rosy décor inside (either way, your feed will thank you).
For exciting new restaurants coming to Abu Dhabi this year, click here.
Open daily, 6pm-midnight. The Galleria Al Maryah Island (02 644 0440).
Join this special Big Golf Brunch and party at W Abu Dhabi
Brunch and golf are coming together this weekend for the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championships 2022. Whether you’re a fan of the game or are just looking to be part of the action while enjoying food, this off-the-green brunch promises to be one for all.
Dhs199 (drinks package, W Lounge and WET Deck); Dhs279 (soft), Dhs379 (house), Dhs529 (sparkling). Thu Jan 20- Sun Jan 23. W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island, wabudhabi.dining@whotels.com (02 656 0000).
Ladies-only yoga at the Louvre Abu Dhabi
Gals looking for an incredible yoga class, look no further than Louvre Abu Dhabi. Ladies-only classes happen between 11am and 5pm on Sundays and go for 75 minutes. You can also attend a mixed class on Saturdays or Tuesdays at the same time. There are few places more tranquil than under the dome at The Louvre.
Dhs90 (including museum access). Sun (ladies-only) Sat, Tues, 11am-5pm. Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, www.louvreabudhabi.ae/
Saturday brunch at COYA Abu Dhabi
Looking for a brilliant Saturday brunch? You could try the COYA brunch on the terrace with a view of the Abu Dhabi skyline. The brunch starts with fresh salads, ceviches and maki rolls, plus, tasty light bites including spicy tacos and beef ribs empanadas. You’ll also get your choice of main including Chilean sea bass rice pot, miso salmon and quinoa with ricotta cheese and pumpkin.
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DHs278 (soft), Dhs398 (house), Dhs578 (premium). Sat 12.30pm-4pm. COYA Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 306 7000).
See a massive motorcycle show
If you love motorcycles, you should to love this event at the Sheikh Zayed Festival. Head there from Friday to Sunday and you can enjoy performances by professional motorcyclists on a special track. There are four world-renowned bikers performing stunts and motocross shows where they’ll defy gravity. Vroom.
For more things to do at the Sheikh Zayed Festival, click here.
Fri-Sun. Open daily 4pm-midnight. Al Wathbah South (800 555).
Take a safari
Want to go on a UAE desert safari? There are sunrise and evening options aplenty as well as safari activities that are not to be missed. How about dune bashing and sand boarding?
For the best desert safaris in the UAE, click here.
Various times, locations and operators.
Watch Harry Potter in UAE Cinemas
Hold onto your hippogriffs because the Boy Who Lived is back on the big screen in UAE cinemas this weekend. That’s right, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone is at the movies for a limited time. Bring every flavour beans to mix with our popcorn.
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Rated PG.
