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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.