Some of the most exciting events on Abu Dhabi’s calendar are not designed for adults. From 11 to 13 September 2026, Etihad Arena welcomes PAW Patrol Live! “Heroes Unite,” bringing Ryder, Chase, Marshall, Skye and the rest of the popular rescue team into a large-scale live production on Yas Island. For young fans, the attraction is immediate. Characters they normally see on television

UAE National Orchestra at Etihad Arena: Abu Dhabi’s Classical Music Ambitions Take Center Stage Abu Dhabi is well known for Formula 1, international concerts, museums, major sporting events and ambitious architecture. On 10 October 2026, another part of the capital’s cultural identity will move into the spotlight. The UAE National Orchestra takes the stage at Etihad Arena on Yas Island for a programme

Artificial intelligence is often discussed as though language were simply an interface. Ask a question. Receive an answer. Translate a sentence. Generate some text. But language is much more than a way of communicating with software. Language carries knowledge. History. Identity. Business. Education. Media. Culture. And increasingly, economic value. That broader idea sits at the centre of the fifth Congress of Arabic & Creative Industries, taking place on 20 September 2026 at Manarat Al

Egyptian music has always had an extraordinary ability to travel across the Arab world. Songs released in Cairo can become familiar in Beirut, Riyadh, Amman, Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Generations of listeners have grown up with Egyptian film music, pop, classical Arabic songs and more recent electronic sounds. On 19 September, two very different sides of that musical tradition will meet at Space42

Abu Dhabi has rapidly established itself as one of the UAE’s most important centres for cryptocurrency, blockchain, tokenization and digital-asset finance. At the heart of this development is Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), whose Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) introduced a comprehensive virtual-asset framework and has attracted exchanges, custodians, blockchain infrastructure companies and institutional investment firms. By 2026, more than

What better way to celebrate Emirati Women’s Day than by getting active with the girls? Rally your crew, grab your trainers and head to Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi for the return of its Ladies Run on 30 August. Now in its third edition, the women-only event is bringing together fitness, fun and a little friendly competition for an

Road Trip to The Cove Rotana Resort This Long Weekend With a long weekend ahead, it’s the perfect excuse for a change of scenery without travelling too far. Make a weekend trip to The Cove Rotana Resort in Ras Al Khaimah, where a private pool villa makes for an easy few days away from Abu Dhabi. Starting from AED 1,199 per

InnerG, a UAE homegrown fitness studio co-founded by Rafif Tarek Alhassen, has opened its first location at Space42 Arena in Abu Dhabi. Guided by its philosophy of Energy in Motion, InnerG brings multiple disciplines together under one roof, creating a community built around choice, connection and different ways to move. "With InnerG, we wanted to create a community where there is something for everyone—where

Summer holidays are all about making memories together, and this season, Nalu is giving families one more reason to gather around the table. From now until 30 September, children aged 12 and under can enjoy a complimentary dining experience at Nalu, making family breakfasts, leisurely lunches and relaxed dinners even more rewarding throughout the summer months. Known for its laid-back coastal atmosphere,

From mid-August, day-to-night swimming returns to Ilios. The experience offers a refined yet relaxed escape for those looking to savour the final days of summer in Abu Dhabi. Overlooking the waves, the temperature-controlled pool provides a refreshing retreat from the city heat. Guests can settle into a sunbed, cabana or daybed and spend the afternoon moving between cooling swims and laid-back