Magnificent March things to do in Abu Dhabi and across the UAE

Music, art galleries, sport and more.

March is here and Abu Dhabi and the UAE is ready to show you a good time with plenty of things to do.

There are amazing art galleries, incredible sporting challenges, stunning musical gigs and more.

Are you ready for March?

Here are the top things to do this March in Abu Dhabi and the UAE.

 

ARTS & CULTURE

Art at NYU Abu Dhabi

1 March, Abu Dhabi

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

The Art Gallery at NYU Abu Dhabi will showcase its first exhibition of 2022. For more information visit The Art Gallery at NYU Abu Dhabi

 

Lang Lang Gala Concert

2 March, Abu Dhabi

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

One of the world’s biggest classical music acts will perform his array of music at the Louvre Abu Dhabi. For more information visit abudhabiculture.ae

Weekend at the Oasis

4-6 March, Abu Dhabi

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Discover an immersive programme of cultural events highlighting the UNESCO recognition of Al Ain Oasis. For more information visit abudhabiculture.ae

 

Paolo Fresu Trio

6 March, Abu Dhabi

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Enjoy a night of jazz at Umm Al Emarat Park as Paolo Fresu Trio take to the stage. For more information admaf.org

 

The Dresden Opera Ball 2022

14 March, Dubai

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

A celebration of music and dance with a dash of pure sophistication will take place at Dubai Opera as the legendary Dresden Opera Ball lights up the city. For more details, visit dubaiopera.com

 

Sharjah Theatre Days 31

17-25 March, Sharjah

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Local and Arabic theatre groups battle it out for the coveted Sharjah Award for Arab Theatrical Creativity. For more details visit sharjahevents.ae

 

 

Art in RAK

Runs until 31 March, Ras Al Khaimah

 

Ras Al,Khaima Fine Arts

 

More than 150 artists come together to celebrate fine art from around the UAE at The Ras Al Khaimah Fine Arts Festival. For more information visit rakfinearts.ae

 

Al Batha Festival

Runs until 28 April, Abu Dhabi

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Explore the goods and wares of 40 merchants and stalls at this micro village in Al Ain. For more information albathafestival.ae

 

Versailles and The World

Runs until 4 June, Abu Dhabi

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Discover how Versailles became a global hub for receiving foreign dignitaries at Louvre Abu Dhabi. For more information visit louvreabudhabi.ae

 

FAMILY & ENTERTAINMENT

Zemanna

Runs until 13 June, Abu Dhabi

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Go back to the 1990’s with this retro photography exhibit at Manarat Al Saadiyat. For more information visit manaratalsaadiyat.ae

 

DXB Blues Fest

3-5 March

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Boney Fields and Sharrie Williams will showcase their talents at this blues festival in The Square @ISD Dubai. For more details visit thesquaredubai.com

 

Tiesto Live

4 March, Dubai

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

The Coca-Cola Arena will be dancing to sound of Tiesto as he plays all his greatest trance and house beats. For more details visit coca-cola-arena.com

Middle East Film & Comic Con 

4-6 March, Abu Dhabi

 

You Can Now Book Your Spot At Middle East Film &Amp; Comic Con

 

Dust off your cosplay costume for three days of VIP meet and greats and other thrilling activations at Middle East Film & Comic Con 2022. For more details visit mefcc.com

 

Burj Khalifa light shows

Runs until 31 March, Dubai

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Prepare for an evening of awe-inspiring light displays as the Burj Khalifa dazzles with its laser shows. For more information visit burjkhalifa.ae

Expo 2020 Dubai

Runs until 31 March, Dubai

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Encompassing more than 190 countries, discover a world of art, culture, innovation, food and sport in Dubai at Expo 2020 Dubai. For more details, visit expo2020dubai.com

 

SPORTS & LEISURE

Cinema in the Park

Runs until 31 April, Abu Dhabi

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Catch kid classics like Frozen and Moana every Friday evening at Umm Al Emarat Park. For more information visit ummalemaratpark.ae

 

TriYAS Challenge

12 March, Abu Dhabi

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Local, regional and international competitors head to Abu Dhabi to undertake a gruelling physical test made up of swimming, cycling and running. Visit yasmarinacircuit.com

 

Jeep Tough Mudder

19 March, Umm Al Quwain

 

Tough Mudder Uae Umm Al Quwain

 

Test your stamina to its limit as you tackle numerous man-made and natural obstacles at this race. For more information visit toughmudderarabia.com

Spartan Trail Arabia

20 March, Fujairah

 

Magnificent March Things To Do In Abu Dhabi And Across The Uae

 

Power through impressive mountains, wadis and dams at one of the toughest fitness events held in the UAE. For more information spartanarabia.com

 

And those are some of the magnificent March things to do in Abu Dhabi and the UAE.

 

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Matt Cassidy

When he is not hunting for the latest piece of Abu Dhabi news, Matt is ticking off his UAE bucket-list experiences (although he does love to take a break to test out the fine restaurants and bars of the capital). An armchair sports lover, he is on a personal mission to attend every sporting event in the UAE to make out for most likely missing the big one in Doha in November.