Another working week is nearly done and dusted so it’s time to start thinking of your weekend plans and luckily, there are so many great things to do in Abu Dhabi.
With so many things to do and see in the capital, you could spend your entire free time thinking of what you should experience.
But worry not, for Team Yalla has done all the research so you don’t waste any of your precious time.
Main event
The National Aquarium
Are you ready to take a voyage on the deep blue sea? The National Aquarium opens its doors this Friday (12 November) where visitors can explore more than 60 exhibits across 10 zones and meet some 46,000 marine and aquatic creatures up close and personal. For more information visit the National Aquarium
Sport
The World Diabetes Run
Throw on your trainers and get your legs moving for a good cause at The World Diabetes Run, taking place at Al Hudayriyat Mar Vista. Presented by HealthPlus Diabetes and Endocrinology Center, A Mubadala Health Partner, and Moorfields Eye Hospital Centre in collaboration with the UAE Special Olympics, runners challenge themselves over 21.1km, 10km, 5km or 3km legs. To register, visit Gulf Multi Sports
Circuit X
There is going to be plenty of thrills and spills this weekend at Circuit X as Track Rush 2.0 thrusts adrenaline seekers along two adventure-packed tracks. Testing speed, skills and bravery, this will event will get the heart pumping. For more information Circuit X
Getting cultural
Khaleejiness exhibit
Exploring what it means to be Khaleeji, this exhibition attempts to define what Khaleejiness is in the modern world through the experiences of a new generation via the medium of photographs, installations and videos. For more details, visit Manarat Al Saadiyat
Mohammed Chabaa exhibition
Presenting the life’s work of Moroccan artist, Mohammed Chabaa, the Visual Consciousness exhibit at Cultural Foundation brings together paintings, sculptures, graphic art, interior design models and archival material from his seven-decade career. For more information visit the Cultural Foundation
Child’s play
UK Boarding School Exhibition
In the process of choosing the next stage of child’s educational career? Anderson Education’s UK Boarding School Exhibition at Grosvenor House Hotel on Dubai Marina enables parents to meet with Education Consultants from more than 21 UK boarding schools to discuss the best move for their child. For more information visit Anderson Education
National Geographic Ultimate Explorer
If you have any budding David Attenborough’s in the family then a trip to the National Geographic Ultimate Explorer Family Edutainment Centre is a must. Offering a fully immersive, play-based learning via augmented reality, virtual reality and 3D technology, kids can discover the wonders of natural world and space. For more information call 052 403 7166
Cinema in the Park
Sometimes on Friday evening all we want is a good movie, good company and a big box of popcorn. At Cinema in the Park, you can catch a flick in Umm Al Emarat Park and enjoy the gentle temperatures of November. For more information, visit Umm Al Emarat Park
Gourmet getaways
Up in the Air circus afternoon tea
Don’t settle for tea and sandwiches this weekend. At the Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, afternoon tea will be reaching new heights as the circus comes to town. Sip on tea, devour scones and marvel at the stunning physical displays of acrobats and ballerinas every day of the weekend. For more information call 02 811 5666 or email etihadtowers.fbreservations@conradhotels.com
Brunch at InterContinental Abu Dhabi
Not sure of what you want for brunch? At the InterContinental Abu Dhabi, brunchers have the choice of four options from Thursday to Saturday. Sample the flavours of Asian with Cho Gao Marina Walk; immerse yourself in Belgian cuisine with Belgian Café; chill out in the classy surrounds of Byblos Sur Mer; or switch it up with a fusion of pan-Asian and South America on Saturday. For more information call 800 423 3463, email reservations.icabudhabi@ihg.com or visit InterContinental Abu Dhabi
Day out
Sheikh Fatima Park
Escape the house and take advantage of the great weather this weekend with a trip to one of Abu Dhabi’s newest parks, Sheikh Fatima Park. Beautiful for strolling and relaxing with the family, make sure to catch some of the magnificent art displays in the park. For more information Sheikh Fatima Park
And that is your weekend in Abu Dhabi.
