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.
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New group launched to support Abu Dhabi Art

The group will help support emerging UAE artists.

COYA to host its all-white party this September

Everything will be all white on the night.

New arts programme launched by The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi

The programme will train 14 UAE based artists.

Philippines to lift UAE flight ban

Planes take off 6 September.

West Bay Abu Dhabi reopens

Corniche based bar is ready for your enjoyment.

Live theatre is coming to Abu Dhabi

Show calendar to be released soon.

International vaccine certificates receive green light for Al Hosn app

Newcomers will be able to register their vaccine.

barouk opens its doors in Abu Dhabi

Bringing tastes from Al Shouf region of Lebanon.

Quarantine protocol removed in Abu Dhabi for vaccinated travellers

No more quarantine in Abu Dhabi for vaccinated travellers.

Abu Dhabi to host Jiu-Jitsu Asian Championship

Asia’s gentle art athletes are coming to the capital.

UFC 267 tickets go on sale

Two title fights are taking place.

The Bee Café opens at Department of Health HQ

The café is run by People of Determination.

PASS Abu Dhabi and Charlton Athletic announce collaboration

More opportunities for young UAE footballers.

Dog run event to be hosted in Abu Dhabi

A chance to stretch their legs.

PCR tests to cost AED 50 in Abu Dhabi

Test results will be delivered 24 hours.

Italy and Japan added, still no UK

Another 22 countries have been included.

Arijit Singh is coming to Abu Dhabi

Indian superstar to perform in Abu Dhabi.

This cultural library is about to reopen in Abu Dhabi

Culture vultures this is for you.

UAE to open up visit visas for all vaccinated tourists

Including those arriving from those countries that were previously prohibited entry.

Try these things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend

Art classes, cooking class, live music, days out and more.

Mandatory Covid test for all students returning to Abu Dhabi schools

Applies to vaccinated and non-vaccinated students.

Here’s the fall lineup at The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi

Korea’s sEODo BAND / 서도 밴드 Middle East debut.

The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi announces fall season

Continues innovative online format of previous seasons.

UFC GYM to open first Abu Dhabi branch in March

Boasting elite coaches, the gym opens in March.