If you’re looking for the best things to do in Abu Dhabi this week then look no further. We’ve hand-picked just a few of our favourites, but don’t forget to check our Events Diary for a full listing of all of the best family events in Abu Dhabi throughout the rest of the year.
This weekend will see the past combine with the future in more ways than one; step back in time and enjoy traditional entertainment at the Sultan Bin Zayed Heritage Festival, or take a look into the future at INNOVATOR 2018, which kicks off UAE Innovation Month with an exciting series of activities and workshops. The skies above the Corniche will be alive with the hum of engines as the Red Bull Air Race World Championship returns to Abu Dhabi for the 11th time, or for families looking for something a bit quieter, the Louvre Abu Dhabi launches its first programme of events and activities this weekend, starting with dances of the Indonesian Royal Courts.
In this week’s “Date for your Diaries” it’s all about half term. So if you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained, then check out our latest feature for a whole range of inspiring ideas.
UAE Innovation Month
UAE Innovation Month kicked off today with the INNOVATOR 2018 event, which takes place on the Corniche until February 7. With exciting workshops and activities taking place across Abu Dhabi throughout February, UAE Innovation Month aims to strength the country’s portion as a global hub for innovation, further diversify the country’s economy, and celebrate change and innovation
Red Bull Air Race
The Red Bull Air Race World Championship returns to the Corniche this weekend from 11am on February 2nd and from 12pm on February 3rd. This will be the 11th time that Abu Dhabi has hosted the Red Bull Air Race World Championship, which is a global series that features the world’s best racing pilots in a pure motorsport competition that combines speed, precision and skill
Sultan Bin Zayed Heritage Festival 2018
This is the last weekend to catch the action at the Sultan Bin Zayed Heritage Festival 2018, which takes place in Sweihan City until February 3rd. The event is an exciting line-up of heritage and entertainment programmes, including traditional camel races, a heritage village and traditional souk, Falconry, and Emirati cuisine
Louvre Abu Dhabi Program of Events & Activities
Louvre Abu Dhabi has announced its first programme of events and activities, which will include dances of the Indonesian royal courts, a Korean puppet show, Bach solo by cellist Sonia Wider-Atherton and dancer Shantala Shivalingappa, and a wonderful range of concerts and recitals. On February 2nd and 3rd, the Court dances of the Royal Palace of Yogyakarta will perform a slow-paced elegant dance that combines Indian, Islamic and Indonesian touches dating back as far as the 7th century
Save the date!
The start of February marks the first half of the school term and most children will take a break from school from February 9th- 13th. If you’re looking for ways to keep the kids entertained over the half term holiday, then check out our latest feature. We’ve got ideas for on a budget, getting outside, and of course children’s holiday camps.
