A new week brings new things to do in the UAE capital
It’s the start of a new week in Abu Dhabi, and the capital has got plenty to look forward to. From fresh eats to cool half-term activities families will love, we’ve rounded up the best things to do in Abu Dhabi this week.
Make a splash at an all-inclusive pool day
With the return of beach weather, it’s the perfect excuse to book a mid-week pool day. At Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, the all-inclusive daycation brings together dining, seaside relaxation and family fun for Dhs695 per adult and Dhs347.50 per child (aged 2 to 6). Start the day with breakfast at Turquoise, before perching up on the Saadiyat shore or by the poolside for a day of tan-topping. Break for lunch back at Turquoise, and enjoy all-inclusive drinks at the Lobby Bar, pool and beach bars. There’s also use of the gym, sports activities and Rixy Kids Club included, while adults can also access the facilities at Anjana Spa.
When: Daily, 9am to 6pm
Where: Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island
Price: Dhs695 adults, Dhs347.50 children aged 2 to 6
Contact: rixos.com
Enjoy date night at The Overlook
The rooftop lounge at The WB Abu Dhabi invites you to get together for a date night that pairs drinks, views and vibes every Thursday with its wine and charcuterie soirée. Sip free-flowing drinks and graze on boards of charcuterie for Dhs169 per person.
When: Thursdays, 7pm to 9pm
Where: The Overlook, The WB Abu Dhabi
Price: Dhs169 per person
Contact: hilton.com
Spin around an iconic racetrack
Yas Marina Circuit might be best known as the home of the final Formula 1 race of the season, but it’s also a space for free community workouts all through the week. If you’re keen to get your workout in in one of Abu Dhabi’s most iconic locations this week, then bookmark 6am to 8am on October 13 and 15, where cyclists can enjoy a free spin around the full GP track – a pretty wow-worthy sunrise workout.
When: October 13 and 15, 6am to 8am
Where: Yas Marina Circuit
Price: Free, registration required
Contact: yasmarinacircuit.com
Keep little ones occupied with a half term camp
Half term is here and if you’re keen to let little ones blow off some steam, then consider booking them into the SpeedUp Sports Academy, taking place this week from October 12 to 16 at LFITM on Saadiyat Island. The action-packed camp promises sports, community and plenty of fun, with the week priced at Dhs800, with a 10% sibling discount for more than one child.
When: October 12 to 16
Where: LFITM, Saadiyat island
Price: Dhs800
Contact: @speedup_abudhabi
Rediscover some anime classics at Anime Film Week
On Wednesday October 14, Anime Film Week will bring timeless classics and record-breaking blockbuster anime movies to the cultural foundation. Discover today’s biggest anime hits as they were meant to be seen together in the cinema, with a special live musical performance as the centrepiece of the week. It begins on Wednesday with a special screening of Spirited Away at 7pm.
When: October 14, 7pm
Where: Cultural Foundation
Price: Dhs35
Contact: culturalfoundation.ae
Say Prost at an Oktoberfest celebration
Cooper’s GastroBar is serving up a dedicated German menu this October, with roast pork knuckle, beef goulash, potato rösti and Black Forest cake. German lagers, including Erdinger, Löwenbräu, Hofbräu and Krombacher are Dhs38 all day.
When: October 1 to 15
Where: Cooper’s GastroBar, Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi
Price: From Dhs38
Contact: @coopersabudhabi
Plan your meetings around a business lunch at Isabel Mayfair
One of The Galleria’s newest dining destinations, the jewel-hued Isabel Mayfair dining room is a gorgeous spot for a power business lunch. Served throughout the week from noon until 3pm, the menu offers three courses for Dhs149, with elegant options like beef ragu, baked aubergine and roaste hammour on the menu. Pair it with a glass of wine for Dhs45.
When: Monday to Friday, 12pm to 3pm
Where: Isabel Mayfair, The Galleria
Price: Dhs149
Contact: @isabelabudhabi
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