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03-03-2025
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6 incredible things to do in Abu Dhabi this week: March 3 to 6
Ramadan begins in Abu Dhabi… The Holy Month is here, and with it comes love, light, giving and a wonderful time of togetherness. There's loads of great things to do in the city throughout Ramadan. Take your pick from this list here. Monday, March 3 Try a new iftar menu at Strawfire Experience a refined fusion of Japanese flavours with a contemporary twist on traditional Iftar. Begin with comforting chicken miso soup, crispy vegetable kakiage, and sweet potato gyoza, followed by a sushi selection featuring California rolls with blue swimmer crab and prawn tempura maki. For the main course, savour Australian Wagyu MB 4-5 Striploin with Japanese BBQ sauce, crispy vegetable hot stone rice, and green beans. End on a sweet note with a Strawfire dessert platter of date pudding, baklava monaja, and seasonal fruits. Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, sunset to 10.30pm, Dhs350, Tel: (0)2 690 7999. Engage in a community initiative At Umm Al Emarat Park, every evening, the Iftar cannon will mark the breaking of the fast at the Main Gate, starting from the last day of Sha'ban – February 29 – at Maghrib prayer time. In partnership with the Red Crescent, the park will also distribute 'Kisr Al-Siyam' Iftar boxes, providing community members on-the-go meals to break their fast. Umm Al Emarat Park, Abu Dhabi, throughout March, @ummelemaratpark Tuesday, March 4 Celebrate Layali Ramadan by Saadiyat Nights This experience will run daily from 9pm to 3am. Guests can indulge in a selection of culinary delights, including Emirati specialties and international cuisines. There wll also be a blend of cultural and musical activations, featuring live entertainment, artisans and a dedicated retail area. Layali Ramadan by Saadiyat Nights, throughout March, Saadiyat Island, Tel: (0) 54 277 7731, saadiyatnights Check out a new exhibit at Louvre Abu Dhabi For the first time in the UAE and the region, a new exhibition, Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power , in collaboration with the musée du quai Branly – Jacques Chirac, offers an exceptional glimpse into the lives of Africa's most revered and powerful figures. Think royal attire, spiritual symbols and stories of authority and cultural significance. Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, until May 25, 2025, Tues to Thurs, 10am to 6.30pm, Fri to Sun, 10am to 8.30pm, Tel: (600) 565566, @louvreabudbabi Wednesday, March 5 Gather the gang for a quiz night Lock, Stock and Barrel is hosting a cheeky mid-week quiz night, with plenty of prizes to win. The quiz is free to enter but you can buy four food and drinks tokens for Dhs150 redeemable across the menu. End the night on a rocking note with the live band. Lock, Stock and Barrel, Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island, Wed, 8pm to 10pm, 10pm to 12am, F&B tokens for Dhs150, Tel: (0) 4 423 8308, @lockstockabudhabi Thursday, March 6 Shop lululemon's Ramadan collection Activewear giant lululemon has launched a specially-curated Ramadan collection, designed to inspire healthy and beneficial movement, and support individuals as they move through Ramadan. Shop practical, modest silhouettes to stay in shape during the Holy Month, as well as travel essentials for the Eid holidays. @lululemonme Images; Supplied/Getty
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24-02-2025
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6 amazing things to do in Abu Dhabi this week: February 24 to 27
As we see off February in Abu Dhabi… The new year had just begun, and now we're in the second month, and we firmly believe time is not a real thing. 2025 came with the promise of unforgettable fun in the capital, both during the weekdays and the weekends. So far, it has delivered – this week is no different. Take your pick. Monday, February 24 Start the week joyfully This is the way to kick off the week. Indulge in Hawksbill Restaurant's Saadiyat Social Hour, available Monday to Thursday, and enjoy selected house beverages for as little as Dhs23 with a bonus picturesque sunset. Now that's a deal. Hawksbill Restaurant, Saadiyat Island, Mon to Thurs, 4pm to 10pm, starts at Dhs23, Tel: (0) 56 660 8780, @ Tuck into a business lunch One of the capital's premier seafood eats brings you an excellent three-course business lunch in a refined affair by the beach, with a great new business lunch offering. From noon to 4pm on weekdays, you'll be able to enjoy dishes such as the pumpkin risotto, wagyu ribeye, grilled salmon and more. Catch at St. Regis, St. Regis Abu Dhabi, Monday to Friday noon to 4pm, Dhs169, @catchatstregis Tuesday, February 25 Take the family for a fun day out Central is offering an exclusive deal that doubles the fun without doubling the cost. Enjoy double credits on selected arcade games from Monday to Thursday all at half the price. If you're looking for a great way to entertain the family with some good food in tow, this is the place to be. Central, Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island, Mon to Thurs, 4pm to 11pm, Tel: (0) 4 423 8311, @central_uae Wednesday, February 26 Gather the gang for a quiz night Lock, Stock and Barrel is hosting a cheeky mid-week quiz night, with plenty of prizes to win. The quiz is free to enter but you can buy four food and drinks tokens for Dhs150 redeemable across the menu. End the night on a rocking note with the live band. Lock, Stock and Barrel, Yas Bay Waterfront, Yas Island, Wed, 8pm to 10pm, 10pm to 12am, F&B tokens for Dhs150, Tel: (0) 4 423 8308, @lockstockabudhabi Check out a new exhibit at Louvre Abu Dhabi For the first time in the UAE and the region, a new exhibition, Kings and Queens of Africa: Forms and Figures of Power , in collaboration with the musée du quai Branly – Jacques Chirac, offers an exceptional glimpse into the lives of Africa's most revered and powerful figures. Think royal attire, spiritual symbols and stories of authority and cultural significance. Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, until May 25, 2025, Tues to Thurs, 10am to 6.30pm, Fri to Sun, 10am to 8.30pm, Tel: (600) 565566, @louvreabudbabi Thursday, February 27 Savour the weather before it disappears This heritage-infused site was built close to two centuries ago in Al Ain and is one of the largest that has ever been built in the UAE. Initially built to serve as the summer residence of H.H. Sheikh Zayed bin Khalifa Al Nahyan before British forces assumed military use of the tower until 1970. Today, with major rehabilitation completed and the addition of interesting visitor features, Al Jahili Fort represents a fascinating cultural enclave to walking around and explore. Al Jahili Fort, Castle Park, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, daily, 9am to 7pm, Tel: (0)3 711 8311 Images: Supplied/Getty
