Fun runs, thrilling rides, parrots and more.
The weekend is nearly here and it is a special one as instead of the standard two days of freedom, Abu Dhabians will be able to enjoy three-days of rest and relaxation and of course, a lot of fun.
But don’t worry if you are not sure what to do with all this extra free time as we have you covered at Yalla – Abu Dhabi Life with our top picks on what to do this holiday.
Abu Dhabi, here is your long weekend sorted.
LET’S GET ACTIVE
ADCB Zayed Sports City Pink Run
This Friday, slap your sweatbands and pull on your trainers and get your feet moving for a great cause. The 10th annual ACBD Zayed Sports City Pink Run is taking place on 22 October with all proceeds raised going to the Al Jalila Foundation for Breast Cancer Initiatives. Welcoming all abilities, participants can run (or walk) a choice of 3km, 5km or 10km routes with the finish line inside the Zayed Football Stadium. For more information visit Zayed Sports City
Australia v South Africa at Zayed Cricket Stadium
The ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup bursted into life on Sunday and now the time has come for the big boys of world cricket to join the jamboree. Duking it out on Saturday 23 October at the Zayed Cricket Stadium in Khalifa City A, title contenders Australia and South Africa will clash to see who will gain an earlier advantage for the race for top spot in group one. To book your tickets visit ICC Men’s T20 Cricket World Cup
GETTING CULUTRAL
Warehouse421
Warehouse421’s Fall season launched this week and aesthetes can feast their eyes upon a new exhibition As We Gaze Upon Her. Visitors are told to expect an expanded notion of woman which can often be constrained by social, cultural and existential insecurities. For more information on the exhibit visit Warehouse421
Louvre Abu Dhabi
An exhibition to get sinophiles excited, Louvre Abu Dhabi’s Dragon and Phoenix – Centuries of Exchange between Chinese and Islamic Worlds will enable visitors to explore the cultural and artistic exchange between the two civilisations from the 8th to the 18th centuries. Running until next February, highlights of the exhibit include a rare Yuan dynasty gold cup among some 200 pieces of artwork on display. For more information visit Louvre Abu Dhabi
PASS Abu Dhabi
If your kids love football then get them down to Al Hudayriyat Island for the last day of the PASS Abu Dhabi camps at 321 Sports. Under their auspices of former Charlton and Welsh international, John Robisnon, kids are put through their paces on the football paddock for AED 200. If they are an all-round sportsperson then why not get them involved at the PASS Abu Dhabi multi-sport camp where they can try their hand out at netball and tennis as well as football. Running from 9am to midday, it promises to be a fun-filled morning. For more information visit PASS Abu Dhabi
Umm Al Emarat Park
Who doesn’t love a talkative parrot? Well on 22 October the whole family can have a chat (or squawk) with a whole variety of the bird at the parrot pop-up at Umm Al Emarat Park. Taking place between 4.30pm and 6.30pm, keepers and handlers will be on hand to help you get up close and personal with the stunning birds and impart some interesting information about the avian guests. For more information Umm Al Emarat Park
Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi
Halloween is less than two weeks away but if the kids can’t wait that long, then a trip to Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi is the ideal place to visit this three-day weekend. Dare to walk the mean streets of Gotham City on Frightful Fridays or help Scooby find Trickity Treats on Saturday or simply chill out and eat some tasty Halloween sweets and that isn’t even mentioning the 45 rides. For more information visit Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi
FEELING PECKISH
SOLE
Upgrade your Thursday evening with a trip to SOLE in the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers for mixed drinks nights. Set in the stylish surrounds of the Italian restaurant which has views of the Arabian Gulf, diners can treat themselves to an assortment of Italian bites (pizza of course) and some famous Italian mixed drinks from AED 279. For more information or to book a table at Sole mixed drinks night call 02 811 5666
The Abu Dhabi EDITION
If you’re looking to go all out for the three-day weekend then set your sights on The Abu Dhabi EDITION and the visit of three Michelin Star Chef Tom Aikens. The British chef will be serving up some tasty dinners at two of the hotel’s beautiful restaurants; Oak Room and Alba Terrace. Diners will have the chance to interact and speak to the main man himself while he dishes out succulent carvery cuts in the Oak Room and light, refreshing nibbles in Alba Terrace. But why go home when you can stay for the night? The Tom Aikens Weekend package sees guests enjoy a night’s stay in a deluxe marina room with choice of the two aforementioned dining experiences for two as well as a breakfast at the newly relaunched Market. For more information check out The Abu Dhabi EDITION
Cove Beach Abu Dhabi
Temperatures are starting to drop to optimal levels and a perfect place for a dip is Cove Beach Abu Dhabi. On Thursday, it’s all rosé and from midday to 5pm, ladies and gents can soak up the sun with drinks and nibbles for AED 149 and AED 299 respectively. Too busy during the day? Ladies can watch the sun hang his hat from 8pm to 11pm for AED 99. If you decide to wet your head on Saturday, Garden of Cove will see guests being able to kick back and listen to the sounds of DJ Eva and DJ Angelo while sipping on unlimited drinks for four hours with 20 per cent off nibbles from 1pm to 5pm. For more information call 056 398 7895
DAY OUT
The Green
The Green was open for play at the start of the month and anyone who has had a chance to pop down to the venue at Abu Dhabi City Golf Club will tell you it is worth a day out. Offering up cool beverages, barbecue fare and more, the pop-up is guaranteed great day out. Saturdays are all about the kids with two mega bouncy castles and live music by Nicola Warwick. A great place to unwind for the long weekend. For more information visit The Green
Jubail Mangrove Park
With so much to do in Abu Dhabi it can be difficult to forget that getting some fresh air in the lungs can be just as enjoyable as a staycay or fancy dinner. Jubail Mangrove Park has reopened for autumn and families can stroll along the 2.3km boardwalk and soak in the mangroves which have an abundance of wildlife. But if you want something a little bit more immersive, why not see the park from a different perspective with a kayak along the waterways of one of Abu Dhabi’s must wonderful natural settings. And remember there is a park café to refuel after the day’s activities. For more information visit Jubail Mangrove Park
And that is your long weekend in Abu Dhabi.
