New Year, new week, and new fun things to do in Abu Dhabi. We’re back for 2022 with the very best things to do in the capital.
We’re coming off an exciting long weekend, and there is even more fun happening in the coming days so get out and explore the city. From the very best food to top new experiences, Abu Dhabi is brimming with brilliant activities to make your week awesome.
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Break a sweat at Cobra Fitness
It’s the New Year, which means we’re all looking to hit the ground running on our goals. After a top HIIT class in Abu Dhabi? This impressive space in Khalifa City provides a mix of boxing, muay Thai, Brazilian jiu-jitsu and MMA. The strength and conditioning sessions at Cobra have a dedicated following.
For more HIIT classes in Abu Dhabi, click here.
From Dhs120 for a day pass. Open Sun-Thu 6am-10pm, Fri-Sat 7am-7pm. Upper Basement, Al Bandar, Al Raha Blvd, Khalifa City, cobrafitnessuae.com (02 449 6524).
Celebrate Veganuary at Expo 2020 Dubai
Headed to Expo 2020 Dubai this week? You can check out the new Veganuary celebration and is the first-ever vegan food festival in the region. There’s going to be everything from fancy dishes to street food favourites.
For tasty vegan desserts to try in Abu Dhabi click here.
Expo 2020 Dubai. Fri-Sun noon-2am, Jan 14-Jan 30, expo2020dubai.com.
Dine in the dark at Fresh Basil
This one-of-a-kind experience takes you from light to dark and known to unknown. The lack of distractions (including the lack of light) sharpens diners’ senses – allowing you to focus on the tastes, fragrances, mouthfeel and sounds around you.
For the full review of the Pitch Black Dining experience, click here.
Dhs249. Mon-Fri 7.30pm-10pm. Licensed. Bab Al Qasr Hotel & Residences, Al Bateen (056 992 2078).
Heat things up at Aroy Dee
Looking to add some spice to your life? Aroy Dee has you covered with incredible Thai dishes and even better vibes downtown Abu Dhabi. This not-so hidden gem could be added to your must-try list this year.
For the full Time Out review of Aroy Dee Thai Restaurant, click here.
Open daily, 11am-midnight. Electra Street, behind ADCB Head Office www.aroydeethaiuae.com/ (02 666 5461).
Jump around at BOUNCE
Looking to spring into 2022? There’s no place more energetic than BOUNCE, and spring upright you shall. It’s all the benefit of a serious cardio workout with buckets of fun to boot. Plot a course through the springy arena with mates and see who can hit the highest of heights.
For top indoor sports in Abu Dhabi click here.
Open Sun-Thu noon-midnight, Fri-Sat 10am-midnight. Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi, bounce.ae.
See Spider-Man: No Way Home in theatres
Headed to the movies? Spider-Man: No Way Home is the latest Marvel flick and there is some major drama and action in it. Are your spidey senses tingling?
For more new releases in UAE cinemas, click here.
Swim with sharks at The National Aquarium
Get up close and personal with sharks, rays and hundreds of beautiful fish. You don’t need any diving experience to get into the tank, and anyone 10 years and older is welcome.
Read more about our first look at the experience here.
Dhs790 (Shark Dive), Dhs1,210 (Discover Scuba Diving). Timings vary; open to kids aged 10 years and older. The National Aquarium, Al Qana support@alboomdiving.com (056 829 6923).
Take a free fitness class outside
Another great excuse to get fit? It’s free. Active Parks is a new initiative in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain that aims to create a healthier community. The four-week programme will offer 380 free-to-attend training sessions in 12 public parks across Abu Dhabi. It will run from Thursday December 30 to Wednesday January 26 with more than 380 free sessions for anyone aged 15 and older.
Read more about the free fitness classes here.
Free. Locations vary. Thu Dec 30- Wed Jan 26, 2022. addcd.gov.ae.
Taste the butter chicken at Angar
Angar is back and it’s serving up its popular butter chicken. This laid-back Indian restaurant at W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island promises contemporary and playful dishes, taking traditional flavours and giving them a modern twist. Grab your fork.
For our first look at this newly relaunched spot, click here.
Open Mon-Sat 6pm-11pm. W Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Yas Marina Circuit (02 656 0600).
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