The weekend is back everyone and we are super pumped for our two days to explore and enjoy the capital.
From yoga classes and Euro 2020 deals to brand new brunches and skydiving shows, Abu Dhabi has a packed schedule for you to discover.
Are you ready?
Here are 16 ways to take your weekend in Abu Dhabi to the next level.
Thursday
Don’t miss out on the celestial exhibit at Manarat Al Saadiyat
Fascinated by the stars? Then check out the Celestial: A journey through space & time at Manarat Al Saadiyat. We reckon you’ll have stars in your eyes looking at astrophotographer Samy Olabi’s award winning work. But you better be quick as it finishes on Thursday July 1.
Thu Jul 1. Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, vr.manaratalsaadiyat.ae/.
Explore food culture with Abu Dhabi Culinary
Experience the gastronomic delicacies of the emirates at the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers as the Food Forward Series kicks off on Thursday July 1. Learn, sample and enjoy signature curations and vibrant tastes of the country in the company of Emirati Chef Faisal Alharmoodi and renowned chef-restaurateur Reif Othman.
Thu Jul 1-Sat Jul 10. Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, Corniche, abudhabiculinary.ae.
Go on a food adventure at Park Bar & Grill
Do you enjoy Mexican and Japanese fare? Well, you’re in luck as the Park Bar & Grill is combining two of the world’s most popular cuisines at its recently launched pop-up. Sushi burrito anyone?
Park Bar & Grill: Open Tue-Sat 5pm-midnight. Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas, Saadiyat Island (02 407 1234).
Swing round to the Bubbalicious brunch at Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort and Spa
Bubbalicious brunch at the Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort and Spa is back to spice up your weekend. Taking place Thursdays and Fridays, brunchers can bop to the sounds of the ’80s and ’90s while enjoying unlimited bites and drinks.
Dhs225 (soft drinks), Dhs395 (hard drinks) Dhs625 (bubbly). Thu 7pm-10pm, Fri 1pm-4pm. Sas Al Nakl (02 616 9999).
Take home a nifty gift from Majid Al Futtaim malls
Want more bang for your buck? Get on down to one of the Majid Al Futtaim malls in Dubai this weekend to bag 90 percent off from 10am to 10pm.
Thu Jul 1 10am-10pm. Various locations across Dubai, mydss.ae.
Unblock your Thursday plans at Library Bar
Write a new chapter in your Thursday night’s entertainment with a trip to Library Bar for the Writer’s Block brunch where prices start from Dhs175. Be sure to bookmark this…
Dhs175 (soft drinks), Dhs275 (house drinks), Dhs395 (bubbly). Thu 6pm-11pm (three-hour experience). The Abu Dhabi EDITION, Al Bateen (02 208 0000).
Friday
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Be entertained at VaKaVa
Melt in the mouth octopus, perfectly cooked Argentine beef tenderloin, grea guac – VaKaVa is one of the top spots to grab a bite to eat in Abu Dhabi. Don’t believe us? Have a gander Time Out Abu Dhabi’s review here.
Check out CLYMB’s new Dare to Soar show
The skydiving professionals at CLYMB Abu Dhabi are ready to show off their skills and you can watch their aerial moves at the world’s tallest indoor skydiving tunnel on Friday July 2. Entry is free and should you wish to recreate their moves, you can get 20 percent off your first flight experience by scanning the QR code on one of the show area’s screens. Time to fly.
Free entry. Fri Jul 2-Fri Aug 27, 6pm-9pm. Yas Island (600 51115).
Enjoy a soirée at Cyan Brasserie
Who said brunch at night was against the rules? At Cyan Brasserie, brunchers can get stuck into French fare at the newly launched Cyan Soirée brunch from Dhs295. Fancy some French grape? Upgrade your package by adding an extra Dhs55 to your bill.
Dhs295 (soft drinks), Dhs350 (house drinks), Dhs400 (French grape), Dhs500 (bubbly). Fri 6pm-9pm. Andaz Capital Gate, Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street (056 544 8158).
Round up the gals and get to Barfly by Buddha-Bar
There’s no more excuses for gals who drop out of group nights out. Barfly by Buddha-Bar is offering ladies unlimited drinks from 8pm to 11pm every night of July for Dhs99. Unmissable.
Dhs99; 8pm-11pm. The Venetian Village, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal (056 177 7557).
After a cheap night out? Here’s the ultimate ladies’ night guide in Abu Dhabi.
Score a Euro 2020 deal in Abu Dhabi
There’s only eight games left but the capital still has a bagful of deals for football fans to get their mitts on. At Hamilton’s Gastro Pub, munch down on unlimited wings and a bucket of hops for Dhs149 or unlimited sausage and chips plus a bucket of hops for Dhs249 while watching Switzerland vs Spain and Italy vs Belgium. On Saturday, let Lexx assist your warm-up with a happy hour that sees 50 percent lopped off selected hops and grapes from 5pm to 8pm.
50 percent off (selected grape and hops). 5pm-8pm. Grand Hyatt Abu Dhabi, West Corniche (02 510 1234)
Loving the football? Here’s all the Euro 2020 deals in Abu Dhabi.
Saturday
Become red, white and blue at Stars N Bars
Are you ready for the fourth of July? At Stars N Bars guests can help themselves to Dhs4 drinks (not a typo) for 40 minutes at 4pm and 7pm this Saturday.
Dhs4. Sat Jul 3-Sun Jul 4 4pm, 7pm. Yas Marina, Yas Island (02 565 0101).
Love brunching? Here’s the ultimate guide to brunches in Abu Dhabi in 2021.
Check out the West Bay food truck
We all love a bit of novelty to go with our food and at West Bay Resort, you can enjoy some lip-smackingly good grub from its new food truck. Prices for entry to the resort start from Dhs150 with Dhs100 credit returned for food and drink. A good spot to park up and refuel.
From Dhs150 (Dhs100 credit on food and drink). Fri-Sat noon-7pm. Corniche (02 692 4205).
Paddle and catch a flick at Louvre Abu Dhabi
At Louvre Abu Dhabi, have a paddle around the dome and watch a short film (Love Hair) that’s screened on to the side of the iconic building. Sadly no popcorn.
Dhs126. Jun 26, Jul 3, 6pm, 7pm, 8pm. Saadiyat Island (600 56 5566).
Perfect your painting at RFLCT Creative Arts
Brush up on your oil painting skills with a session at RFLCT Creative Arts in Khalifa City. For Dhs1,600, you can learn how to master the canvas every Saturday and Tuesday this July. But you better be quick as class numbers are limited to eight.
Dhs1,600 (five classes). Sat, Tue 5pm-7pm. Khalifa City A, rflct-arts.com/events/oil-portrait-abu-dhabi
Relax before the working week with Inner Seed Wellness
Take some me time before the working week resumes and take part in a candlelight yin yoga class at the Beach Rotana Hotel, led by Laura-Helene.
Dhs130 (excluding VAT). Sat Jul3 8pm-9.15pm. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi, Al Zahiyah (WhatsApp 050 3528640).
