Things To Do This Weekend: 28 – 30 August
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 room per night, the Summer Special includes a floating breakfast and afternoon tea served in your villa, an à la carte dinner at Basilico and a complimentary minibar on arrival. Guests can also order from an exclusive in-villa dining menu or add a private BBQ on the terrace, while children under 12 stay and dine for free.
When: Valid until 30 September 2026
Price: From AED 1,199 per room per night on a half-board basis for two adults, with complimentary stay and dining for children under 12, plus a complimentary minibar upon arrival. Upgrade to a two-bedroom villa for an additional AED 500 per night or upgrade to a three-bedroom villa for an additional AED 1,250 per night.
Terms and conditions apply.
For bookings or enquiries, call +971 7 206 6000, email res.cove@rotana.com, or visit https://www.rotana.com/rotanahotelandresorts/unitedarabemirates/rasalkhaimah/thecoverotanaresort/offers/5676.
Celebrate Emirati Women at Villa Sélène
Celebrate Emirati Women’s Day with an elegant evening at Villa Sélène, where Oumsia brings together Mediterranean dining, live piano and candlelight overlooking Yas Links Golf Club and the Arabian Gulf. The special Friday evening invites guests to come together over an unlimited sharing-style menu, with a welcome mocktail and non-alcoholic digestif to round off the experience. It’s a beautiful setting to mark the occasion with family and friends over good food, music and waterfront views.
When: Friday, 28 August 2026, from 6pm – 9pm.
Offer: AED 240 per person; AED 390 for two; AED 960 for a table of five (fifth guest dines complimentary).
For more info, call +971 54 990 4246 or email villa.selene@viyagolf.com.
Join the Back-to-School Pool Party at Yas Acres Golf & Country Club
Make the most of the final weekend of the summer holidays with the Back-to-School Pool Party at Yas Acres Golf & Country Club. Taking place on Saturday, 29 August, the day brings together plenty of family fun, from bubble and magic shows, face painting and balloon twisting to crafts, arcade games and a photo booth. There’s also full pool access, a live DJ and BBQ, making it a fun way to round off the school holidays before it’s back to the classroom.
When: Saturday, 29 August 2026, 10am – 7pm.
Price: Adults: AED 179 (AED 100 redeemable); Children from 6 to 12 years: AED 89 (AED 50 redeemable).
For more info, call +971 (0)50 757 4808 or email dining.yagcc@viyagolf.com.
Dress Up for Brunch at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi
Make Saturday brunch a glamorous affair at The Chef’s Brunch 2.0 at Giornotte, The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal. One of the capital’s most indulgent brunches, the impressive spread spans 39 stations, with everything from caviar and oysters shucked à la minute to premium cuts, sushi and sashimi, artisan pizzas, handcrafted pastas and plenty of desserts. Add live entertainment and a dedicated children’s corner, and it’s a fabulous choice for a long Saturday brunch with family and friends.
When: Saturday, 29 August, 1pm – 4pm.
Price: AED 410 per person with soft drinks; AED 510 per person with house beverages
and Prosecco; AED 710 per person with house beverages and Champagne. AED 200 per child for children aged 6 to 11, and children under 6 dine free.
For bookings, visit https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/giornotteauhrz/chefs-brunch—the-ritz-carlton-grand-canal-abu-dhabi-4613665158086656.
Settle in for a Japanese Tasting Menu at NIRI Restaurant & Bar
Make time for a special dinner this long weekend at award-winning NIRI Restaurant & Bar, where the Tasting Menu brings together a generous line-up of Japanese favourites against views of the Saadiyat coastline. Available daily, the menu takes guests from starters, yakitori and sushi through to mains and dessert, with the option to add a fresh oyster and softshell crab. Priced at AED 300 per person for a minimum of two guests, it’s a great pick for date night or dinner with friends over the long weekend.
Price: AED 300 per person, minimum two people.
For bookings and enquiries, call +971 2 546 8886 or email reservations@nirirestaurant.com.
