FINA World Swimming Championships, chocolate brunches and more.
Many of you may be on Christmas holidays but Abu Dhabi is not slowing down.
There are tons of things to do this weekend to have you rejecting the sofa and TV and have you experiencing a wonderful 48 hours.
From the biggest sports events to the tastiest feasts, Abu Dhabi is ready; are you?
Here are some splendid things to do this weekend in Abu Dhabi.
Main Event
FINA World Swimming Championships (25m)
The FINA World Swimming Championships (25m) is making a splash at Etihad Arena on Yas Island this weekend.
Featuring some of the best aqua athletes on the planet, experience six days of world-class competition in the pool.
And when it’s time to dry off, explore the FINA Market Street & Village where you can tuck into delicious food, enjoy live performances onstage and by roaming buskers and so much more. For more information visit FINA
Sport
Mubadala World Tennis Championship
Get ready for three days of family fun and world-class tennis action at the International Tennis Centre at Zayed Sports City.
Eight of the globe’s best tennis players will battle it out over three days in Abu Dhabi from 16 to 18 December at the Mubadala World Tennis Championship.
And when there is a break in play, head to the Tennis Village for a festival atmosphere. Tennis fans can get their ticket online at Ticketmaster UAE and Virgin Megastores across the UAE
Getting cultural
Mother of the Nation
One of Abu Dhabi’s most beloved festivals, Mother of the Nation, is coming to a close this weekend and bringing down the curtain on the event is world-famous crooner, Craig David on Friday 17 December.
Outside of the concert expect, luxury retail experiences and family-fun activities, held across six themed zones; Inspire Space, Thrill Zone, Food Hub, Music Arena, Shopping District, and Amusement Park. For more information, visit Mother of the Nation Festival
Kids
Meet Santa at Abu Dhabi Mall
The big man in red is in Abu Dhabi Mall this weekend and you can say hello between 11am to 8pm.
To book your session with Santa, visit Abu Dhabi Mall to register
Gourmet Getaways
Jones the Grocer
Fancy some jazz with your cheese and grape? On Thursday 16 December, Rudo Pieterse will be serenading gastronomes at Jones the Grocer in Al Muneera while they nibble on delicious cheese and sip on grape. To book your place at this jazz night, visit Jones the Grocer
Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers
Are you ready for a chocolatey weekend? At the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, you can feast on a LINDT Chocolate brunch this Friday (17 December) in the restaurant Nahaam.
Pouring chocolate on a widespread of delectable dishes, this will be a really sweet afternoon, especially when you find out it is being offered with a 25 per cent discount. To book call 02 811 5666 or visit Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers for more information
Day out
Berklee Abu Dhabi Music Summit
Running from 16 to 18 December, the Berklee Abu Dhabi Music Summit will offer young composers and musicians an opportunity to learn from industry experts from a series of discussions, panel sessions and workshops.
Jacob Collier will be performing and Raz Kennedy will be hosting a boot camp to get your vocal chords in shape. For more information, visit Berklee Abu Dhabi
And that is your weekend sorted in Abu Dhabi.
