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What's On
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
9 fantastic things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend: March 28 to 30
All the fun to be had in Abu Dhabi this Ramadan… As we bid farewell to Ramadan in the capital, we look back at these past four weeks and what a month it has been, come with the promise of great fun and even greater choices in the capital. And on that note, here are 9 things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend. Friday, March 28 End the week on a foodie note The Keg Room is offering a delicious business lunch offering Monday through Friday. Guests can enjoy a choice of two delicious courses – starter and main or main and desert – and a drink for just Dhs85. From noon to 4pm, kick back and relax for a quick bite or a leisurely lunch. The Keg Room, Al Zeina, Abu Dhabi, Mon to Fri, noon to 4pm, Tel: (0) 56 410 4101, @ Discover stunning art across the city The second phase of the Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial will run till April 30, a series of new site-responsive installations, as part of a wider programme featuring works by more than 70 artists from the UAE, the region and the world. Embrace the spirit of the season with pre- or post-Iftar journeys through the Corniche, public parks, the historical Hili Archaeological Site, the serene Al Ain Oasis, the vibrant Cultural Foundation, and the bustling Carpet Souq. Explore installations by local and international artists that reflect on community, environment, and cultural heritage along the routes outlined on the Public Art Abu Dhabi website. Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial, @publicartabudhabi Meet the new Seed & Bloom Cafe Seed & Bloom, homegrown café, has opened its doors at Al Raha Gardens Plaza, offering a space where organic, locally sourced ingredients, artisanal craftsmanship, and community spirit come together. The café also hosts interactive workshops and community events, fostering a space where guests can gather, learn, and grow together. Seed & Bloom, Al Raha Gardens Plaza, Abu Dhabi, daily, 8am to 11pm, Tel: (0) 56 377 3443, @seedandbloomcafe Dive into a world of wonder when the mystifying Pluma Circus comes to town this March, with jaw-dropping stunts, dazzling new acts, and mind-blowing visual effects that will leave you on the edge of your seat. This is the ultimate spectacle for when you want to enjoy huge stunts, big thrills and a fresh take on circus entertainment. Pluma, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, March 28 to April 6, from Dhs95, Saturday, March 29 Do weekend brunch at Mika Set sail on a journey to the heart of the Mediterranean with the Riviera Brunch at Yas Marina hotspot MIKA by Chef Mario Loi. Expect a range of sharing platters, served alongside your own Spritz cocktail, courtesy of MIKA's roaming sprizeria, a unique feature that brings the Mediterranean zest to your table. Yas Marina, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Sat, 1.30pm to 4.30pm, Dhs299 soft, Dhs449 house, Dhs595 Champagne, Tel: (0)56 433 1422, @ Tuck into a family BBQ Every Saturday, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club hosts a Family BBQ Par-Tee, inviting all to enjoy a relaxed afternoon with great food and entertainment. Families can indulge in flame-grilled favorites fresh from the live BBQ on the lawn, enjoy entertainment, and keep the little ones engaged with kid-friendly fun, including a bouncy castle. Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Mar 22, 1pm to 5pm, starts at Dhs199, Tel: (0) 56 660 8780, Be one with nature at Al Ain Zoo The largest zoo in the Middle East houses an enormous collection of snakes, reptiles, deer, exotic birds, and much more. You can even feed lions, enjoy a mountain biking experience around the zoo, take part in a lemur walk, or have breakfast with their giraffes. If you're on the lookout for edgier options, you can also go on a cheetah run at the Zoo Amphitheatre. Adding to your unforgettable Al Ain Zoo experience are several restaurants, cafes and shops to unwind after a day of memory-making. Al Ain Zoo, Nahyan the First St, Abu Dhabi, 9am to 6pm daily, Dhs31 adults, Dhs10 children. @alainzoouae Sunday, March 30 Try an iftar menu for the last time This Ramadan, 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant Abu Dhabi celebrate welcomes you to savour a generous 12-course menu during the holy month of Ramadan, featuring some of the venue's classics. Embark on a unique journey of flavours with your loved ones, and begin with traditional dates and tea before you move on to their ceremonial capumiso soup and kobe edamame, wild mushroom gyozas, delicate sea bass and sea scallop ceviche, 99 wagyu maki, and robata wagyu skewers , plus 99's decadent mochi ice cream. 99 Sushi Bar and Restaurant, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi, Dhs299 per guest, Tel: (0)2 672 3333, @99sushibaruae Immerse yourself in local nature A bit of natural history for you, and quite a spectacular bit at that. The Al Wathba Fossil Dunes Reserve is located 45 kilometres outside Abu Dhabi city and is home to more than 1,700 fossil dunes. The dystopian-esque stone structures were formed with the force of wind and sediment deposits over four million years, according to experts. The reserve itself is visitor-friendly, with trails, benches, shading, light and sound shows and an amphitheatre. Images: Getty
Al Etihad
05-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi launches 2nd phase of Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial
2 Mar 2025 16:08 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)The inaugural Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial commences its second phase with seven new unveilings and installations at iconic locations across the place until April 30, 2025, the Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial aims to celebrate art, culture and exhibition features site-specific installations by more than 70 artists from the UAE and around the world, including 40 new commissions, thoughtfully exhibited throughout the downtown areas of Abu Dhabi and Al the launch in November, new unveilings by Anga Art Collective, Arquitectura Expandida, Ayesha Hadhir, Lúcia Koch, Rand Abdul Jabbar and Tarik Kiswanson will be featured in the second phase along with an ongoing piece by Atelier Aziz Al Qatami, which will continue to take shape at the Abu Dhabi Bus installations by Hussein Sharif, Emily Jacir, Nnenna Okore, Rami Kashou x Emirati Artisans, Alia Farid, and Latifa Saeed will further activate the exhibition's eight routes throughout the remaining months of the Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial. A participatory performance by Mobile Akademie Berlin will round out the Biennial celebrations in April. The installations are distributed across the Abu Dhabi Corniche Route, Abu Dhabi Public Parks Route, Abu Dhabi Bus Terminal Route, Downtown Abu Dhabi Route, Carpet Souq Route, National Theatre Route, Cultural Foundation Route and Al Ain Oasis Route. The easy-to-follow routes can be explored on foot or by part of the second phase, a public programme for visitors of all ages and backgrounds will activate the various Biennial sites, such as the Abu Dhabi Bus Terminal, a modern heritage building in the city centre, which will hold several programme features a wide range of activities, including talks, tours, workshops, performances, wellness activations and more. Examples include film screenings at the Cultural Foundation, such as Wael Shawky's, Drama 1882, (2024), which premiered at the Venice Biennale, and collaborative public performances with artist Christopher Joshua Benton and the community at the Carpet of Culture Programming at DCT Abu Dhabi, Reem Fadda, said, 'The launch of the Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial marks a milestone in Abu Dhabi's artistic scene. The artworks we are unveiling as part of the second phase of the inaugural Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial present a wide range of perspectives on the concept of 'public', within our distinct cultural context. Together, these installations explore the complex relationships between environment, community, urbanity and indigeneity and how these elements define public spaces within Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.' Public Art Abu Dhabi Director at DCT Abu Dhabi, Clémence Bergal, said, 'The Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial is one of the three pillars of the wider Public Art Abu Dhabi initiative. The breadth of artists and artworks on display is a testament to Abu Dhabi's long-term efforts to integrate art into the fabric of society, and ultimately to make it accessible and available to all. The event also highlights the programme's contribution to the preservation of significant architectural and urban spaces, for the wider community. With every installation, we are harnessing the power of public art to advance the creative legacy, cultural infrastructure and quality of life within Abu Dhabi through placemaking and collective memory.'
