Things To Do In Abu Dhabi This Weekend, Friday 16 May – Sunday 18 May
Friday, 16 May Indulge in a delectable meal overlooking the Arabian Gulf
Every Friday evening, guests can indulge in a feast of land and sea with Hawksbill Restaurant’s new Surf n Turf offering. Featuring perfectly grilled steaks and the freshest seafood, all expertly prepared by the restaurant’s culinary team, this carefully curated menu offers the ideal start to the weekend.
Price: AED199 for a group of two; AED369 for a group of four
When: Every Friday, 5PM to 9PM
Where: Hawksbill Restaurant, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
For more info, call +971 (0)56 660 8780 or email dining.sbgc@viyagolf.com
Saturday, 17 May Boogie at a Mamma Mia!-themed beach party
Get ready for a night of fun, iconic tunes, and barefoot dancing at Abu Dhabi’s most vibrant beachside destination, Fahid Beach Club by Barbossa, on Saturday, 17 May 2025, as the club hosts a Mamma Mia!-themed party.
The event promises white sands, disco beats, and plenty of ABBA hits, marking the arrival of the iconic musical in Abu Dhabi on 11 June 2025.
Open to both ticket holders and non-ticket holders, guests can dance to legendary tracks by DJ Sean, enjoy the sunset, sip refreshing drinks, and savour Mexican-inspired eats – ticket holders will enjoy a 20% discount.
For bookings and enquiries, please email bcreservations@barbossa.ae or call +971 056 358 4458
Sunday, 18 May Enjoy fine arts and fine dining in the Cultural District
A rich celebration of arts and culture, make your way to Saadiyat Cultural District on Sunday 18 May for International Museum Day. And once you’re done ooing and aaing at Louvre Abu Dhabi, TeamLab Phenomena, and Manarat Al Saadiyat, why not stop by one of the neighbourhood’s award-winning restaurants for art of another kind? Our top picks include Taparelle and NIRI Restaurant & Bar.
French-Italian restaurant Taparelle is a space where art, culture, and food meet in perfect harmony. Found at Manarat Al Saadiyat, an art gallery within the Saadiyat Cultural District, the venue pays tribute to its location through its collaboration with Studio Coe, with a pottery workshop on the upper level, and the custom-made ceramics dishes are served on, which are also available to purchase. The name takes its cue both from the shutters that line the windows, adding a warm, cosy atmosphere to the restaurant, and the tapas-style plates on offer.
NIRI Restaurant & Bar, meanwhile, overlooks the picture-perfect Soul Beach in Mamsha Al Saadiyat. The award-winning restaurant serves up beautiful looking – and tasting – dishes, including their signature maki and sashimi. Part yakitori restaurant, part sushi counter, and part highball bar, the stylish venue is the ideal spot for appreciating fine food.Discover more on taparelle.com and follow @taparellerestaurant.
Discover more on nirirestaurant.com and follow @niriabudhabi
