It’s November: Winter Has Begun On Hudayriyat Island!
Fitness is in the spotlight on Hudayriyat Island this November. Whether you’re into competitive workouts, staying active with the family or getting your zen on with something a little more gentle, there’s something for all ages, abilities and preferences. This month also heralds the return of Taste of Abu Dhabi – where you can enjoy all manner of dining delights – as well as special offers for the Eid Al Etihad holiday.
ACTIVITIES ON HUDAYRIYAT ISLAND
321 Enduro
This competition is a dynamic pairs fitness event at 321 Sports, featuring men’s, ladies and mixed categories. Teams complete a 2x1200m run interspersed with seven workout stations, competing for exclusive prizes. Partners and exhibitors will host on-site activations through branded gazebos, product displays and community engagement activities.
Location: Athletics Track, 321 Sports
Dates: 28 November
Timings: 4pm-5pm
Price: AED150
Booking: Gym Reception WhatsApp: +971 50 321 3228
Introduction of Swimming Classes
321 Sports is introducing swimming classes and personalised swimming PT sessions with Coach Carolina at the 321 Club’s semi-Olympic pool. These sessions are designed to cater to all skill levels, focusing on technique, endurance and overall water confidence in a premium training environment.
Location: 321 Club
Dates: 1 November
Price: AED99
Booking: Gym Reception WhatsApp: +971 50 321 3228
Introduction of Beach Classes
321 Sports is introducing Beach Workouts at Bab Al Nojoum, bringing functional fitness to a scenic beachfront setting. These sessions combine strength, conditioning and mobility exercises, offering participants a dynamic and energising outdoor training experience.
Location: Bab Al Nojoum
Dates: 30 November
Price: AED99
Booking: Gym Reception WhatsApp: +971 50 321 3228
Savage Mile
Savage Mile is a dynamic outdoor community fitness challenge at 321 Sports, designed for teams of two. This high-energy activity combines running and functional workout stations, fostering teamwork, endurance and community engagement in an open-air setting.
Location: Athletics Track, 321 Sports
Dates: 16 November
Price: AED99
Booking: Gym Reception WhatsApp: +971 50 321 3228
Serene Flow Launch
Serene Flow is a premium reformer Pilates studio launching at 321 Sports, offering tailored sessions focused on strength, flexibility and mindful movement. As a new arrival to 321 Sports, Serene Flow enhances the facility’s wellness offerings, providing a serene, state-of-the-art environment for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
Location: 321 Sports
Dates: 11 November
EXOS: Phase 1
321 Sports is hosting Exos: Phase 1 Performance Mentorship, a four-day intensive programme introducing practitioners to the Exos Training System and performance methodology. Designed for coaches, personal trainers, sports scientists and physical therapists, the mentorship offers hands-on learning with experienced Exos coaches and a deep dive into the systems used to train elite athletes worldwide.
Location: 321 Hub
Dates: 27-30 November
Price: 5138.53 AED
Booking: Exos Education Phase 1 Performance Mentorship
Surf Social
Surf Abu Dhabi presents the UAE’s first community surfing experience. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned pro, join fellow surfing enthusiasts to ride fun party waves, then relax at Nalu with bites and drinks. No matter if you’re there for the waves or just the vibes, you’re in good company.
Location: Surf Abu Dhabi and Nalu Restaurant & Lounge
Date: Every Saturday
Session time: 45 minutes
Time: Waves session from 3pm-5pm | Nalu and pool access from Noon
Waves: 5 party waves ‘Beach Break’ | 5 party waves ‘Main Wave’
Prices: Soft drinks and bites – AED150
House drinks and bites – AED250
Surfing with soft drinks and bites – AED550
Surfing with house drinks and bites – AED650
Booking: https://www.surfabudhabi.com/surf/experiences/surf-social
Discovery Surf Session
Catch your first waves at Surf Abu Dhabi – AED 350 per surfer. We’ve taken all the typical first-time hassles out of the equation for a one-of-a-kind learning experience with consistent, predictable waves and dedicated guides who help you catch your first waves before you leave the pool.
Location: Surf Abu Dhabi
Timing: available timings at https://www.surfabudhabi.com/surf/experiences/discovery
Registration: https://www.surfabudhabi.com/surf/experiences/discovery
Hudayriyat Women’s Cycling Series | Race 2 & 3
Abu Dhabi’s favourite ladies’ cycling series continues with two exciting, themed rides this November. Race 2, taking place on 2 November 2025, is a 49km Fun Ride where participants are encouraged to unleash their creativity and ride in their wildest, most colourful outfits for a day filled with energy, laughter and community spirit. Race 3 on 16 November 2025brings purpose to the pedals with a 58km Awareness Ride dedicated to World Diabetes Day and men’s health. It’s a meaningful opportunity for riders to promote wellness, solidarity and healthy living while enjoying a scenic cycling experience.
Location: Hudayriyat Cycling Track
Date: Race 2: 2 November | Race 3: 16 November
Time: 6am-11am
Race categories: Juniors – 14-17years
Open – 18-39years
Master’s 40-49 years
Veterans 50+ years
Other categories: Community Long Ride (20km) – 13+ years
Community Short Ride (10km) – 6+ years
Registration fees: Single Race – AED105
Series Race Package – AED315
Community Ride – AED65
Series Community Ride Membership – AED195
Registration link: https://my.raceresult.com/353576/registration
BMX Competition
The Circuit X BMX Competition is open to amateurs and professionals, with junior and senior categories. Riders of all levels can showcase their skills, with pro rider demos adding to the excitement.
Date: 16 November
Time: 9:30am-2.30pm
Location: Circuit X BMX Park
Price: Free for spectators (competition registration details on website)
Booking Link:https://circuitxuae.com/events/bmx-race
Splash Mining Island – Treasure Hunters Challenge (Competition)
Join the Treasure Hunters Challenge at Splash Mining Island! Kids pan for gemstones and gold, then compete in fun mini games like the Fastest Treasure Hunter, Junior Geologist QuizandCreative Treasure Award. Hidden ‘Lucky Stones’ unlock surprise prizes, making every visit exciting and memorable.
Date: Every Friday
Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Circuit X Splash Park
Price: Small bag AED35, Large bag AED70 (competition entry included with purchase)
Booking Link: No registration needed
National Day Holiday – Free Zipline Offer
Get a free zipline ride with the purchase of any ticket from Splash, Skate Park, BMX Park or Adventure Park during National Day weekend.
Date: National Day Weekend, 2–3 December 2025
Time: During park operating hours
Location: Circuit X Adventure Park
Price: Free zipline add-on with ticket purchase
Booking Link:https://circuitxuae.com
Fall Adventure Quest
A month-long, challenge-based experience at Adventure Park where guests complete three core activities – the Zipline, High Ropes and Climbing Wall – to earn a Circuit X Adventure Medal and a spot on the Hero Wall. Participants receive a stamp card upon entry and, after completing all activities, are awarded their medal and featured in park and social media highlights.
Location: Circuit X – Adventure Park
Date:1-30 November
Time: 3pm-6pm
Entry Fee: Extreme Package AED110
Booking Method: Walk-in or Website
Registration Link:https://circuitxuae.com/get-tickets
BMX Girls Ride Day
This girls-only session encourages female riders to take on the BMX track in a safe, supportive environment. Includes coaching, time trials and giveaways.
Location: BMX Park
Date:10 November
Time: 5pm-7pm
Entry Fee: FREE
Beach Day with Circuit X Splash Park
Families visiting Marsana Beach and Circuit X Splash Park can now make their day even more exciting! Add Splash Park access for just AED50 per child and enjoy a perfect mix of beach relaxation and water fun.
Location:Marsana Beach and Splash Park
Entry Fee: AED50 per child, adults accompanying children aged 1-4 years free. Entry fee includes access to the splash pad, playground and pool.
Grow & Glow: A Family Gardening Experience
Dig into a day of eco-friendly fun with your family at Grow & Glow. Kids and parents will explore the joys of sustainable gardening through hands-on, creative activities.
Craft your own mini compost-in-a-jar, plant edible seeds like basil, tomatoes and beans, and unleash your imagination with Wastewise Gardening projects, DIY paper pots, upcycled planters and bottle watering cans.
Learn why growing your own food matters while making beautiful messes and lasting memories. All materials provided, and you get to take your green creations home.
Location: Mini Kids at Circuit X Adventure Park
Date: 2 November
Time: 10am–12pm
Entry Fee: AED50 per child (parents join free)
Booking method: https://wa.me / 971566162779
SPECIAL OUTSIDE ACTIVATION/EVENT
Taste of Abu Dhabi
The capital’s leading food, music and entertainment festival brings together top restaurants, celebrity chefs and live performances for a vibrant weekend celebrating flavour, culture and community. This year’s event features an exclusive ILIOS KISKO POP-UP experience.
More information from the event https://tasteofabudhabifestival.com/
Location: Gateway Park North, Yas Island
Date: 14-16 November
Time:
- Friday 14 November 2pm-12am
- Saturday 15 November 2pm-12am
- Sunday 16 November 2pm-10pm
Price: Early Bird Prices
- Standard: AED 80 *children under 12 go free
- Taster Package: AED185
- VIP Package: AED350
More information about ticketing
- https://tasteofabudhabifestival.com/ticket-terms-conditions/
- https://abu-dhabi.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/tasteofabudhabi
DINING AND NIGHTS OUT ON HUDAYRIYAT ISLAND
Layali Ilios
Layali is a Sunday night experience that brings a touch of Arabic charm to Ilios. Guests can unwind by the pool, enjoy smooth rhythms and soak in a relaxed Mediterranean vibe as the sun sets to end the weekend beautifully.
Location: Ilios Beach Club, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Sunday
Time: 5pm onwards
Price:
- Gentlemen: AED150 inclusive of two drinks
- Ladies: Complimentary entry andone drink on us
- À la carte bar bitesmenu available
Booking: 055 518 2559 | 058 881 7562
Ilios Business Lunch
Enjoy a refreshing midday break with a three-course weekday business lunch by the waves at Ilios, featuring Mediterranean flavours with a Japanese twist, complemented by water and coffee or tea.
Location: Ilios Beach Club, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Monday to Friday except public holidays
Time: 12pm-4pm
Price: AED145 per person including one starter and one main course
AED180 per person including two starters and one main course or one starter, one main course and one dessert
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Ilios/business-lunch-4958062731345920
Surf Business Lunch
Escape the office and head to Nalu for a business lunch in a surf-inspired atmosphere, featuring a selection of dishes influenced by Latin American and Asian cuisines, accompanied by water and coffee or fine tea.
Location: Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Monday to Friday except public holidays
Time: 12pm-4pm
Price: AED125 per person including one starter and one main course
AED160 per person including two starters and one main course or one starter, one main course and one dessert
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Nalu/business-lunch-5253438847860736
Sundowners at Nalu
Need to unwind after work? Watch the sun set in the company of your nearest and dearest and samplea selection of bar bites and draft hops at Naluwhile the resident DJ sets the perfect vibe.
Location: Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Monday to Friday except public holidays
Time: 4pm-8pm
Price: Half pint – AED23
Full pint – AED36
Booking: WhatsApphttps://wa.link/tfwhxf
Emailreservations@nalusurfclubuae.com
Phone02 419 8509
Because it’s HER
Grab your girls to enjoy the perfect start to your weekend with a golden-hour escape at Ilios, featuring free-flowing drinks, sunset views, a temperature-controlled pool and good vibes only.
Location: Ilios Beach Club, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Friday except public holidays
Time: 4pm-7pm
Price: Soft package – AED125
House package – AED149
Booking: WhatsApphttps://wa.link/tfwhxf
Emailreservations@iliosbeachclubuae.com
Phone 02 419 8509
Pizza Night Party
Gather your friends and feast on endless rounds of freshly baked pizza in Nalu’s laid-back surf-inspired setting,where the only limit is your appetite.
Location: Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Friday except public holidays
Time: 7pm-9pm
Price: Unlimited pizza for 2 hours – AED125
8 malt beverages for 2 hours– AED200
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Nalu/pizza-chill-friday-nights-at-nalu-4555531225022464
La Ola Brunch
Ride the vibe with La Ola, the tropical brunch at Nalu and the ultimate weekend escape for those who live for the waves. Enjoy fresh coastal flavours, paired with Nalu’s refined boho beach spirit and tropical beats.
Location: Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Saturday
Time: 1pm-4pm
Prices: Soft package – AED300
House package – AED400
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Nalu/latin-american-brunch-4763078891683840
Après Surf
From sandy toes to sundowners, enjoy a laid-back post-surf vibe that transitions into lively beats at sunset by the pool at Nalu, where California meets Abu Dhabi.
Location: Surf Abu Dhabi and Nalu Restaurant & Lounge
Date: Every Saturday
Time: 5pm-7pm
Prices: Soft package – AED125
House package – AED200
Booking: WhatsApphttps://wa.link/tfwhxf
Emailreservations@nalusurfclubuae.com
Phone 02 419 8509
‘A Taste of Greece’ Brunch
Celebrate tradition, flavour and togetherness at Ilios with its‘A Taste of Greece’ brunch. Gather your family and friends to experience the warmth of Greek hospitality with authentic homemade recipes, served family-style in a refined yet relaxed coastal ambiance.
Location: Ilios Beach Club, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Sunday
Time: 1pm-4pm
Prices: Soft package – AED325
House package – AED450
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Ilios/greek-brunch-4928165422055424
Sunday Roast
Turn your Sunday into a celebration with a three-course roast with a coastal twist. Enjoy unlimited sides and dessert, plus entertainment from a resident DJ.
Location: Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Sunday
Time: 1pm-4pm
Price: AED160 per person for one main, unlimited sides and a dessert with two half-pints of Corona
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Nalu/sunday-roast-5233543318224896
Beats Pool Party
Ilios presents a sunset pool party in collaboration with Abu Dhabi House Movement and No Fui Yo Fue El Tequila. Dance to electrifying house beats and enjoy cool vibes with exclusive beverage packages and mouthwatering bites.
Location: Ilios Beach Club, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: 8 and 22November
Time: 5pm onwards
Price: For ladies– AED99 – unlimited selected drinks for 2 hours
For gents – AED200 – unlimited selected drinks or 8 malt beverages for 2 hours
Booking: WhatsApphttps://wa.link/tfwhxf
Emailreservations@iliosbeachclubuae.com
Phone 02 419 8508