Things to do in Abu Dhabi

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• Cyber Run and Ride ver. 2.0 — 2027-01-30 — Cyber Run and Ride ver. 2.0 takes place on 2027-01-30 at Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• AD Ports Group Gran Fondo — 2026-12-20 — AD Ports Group Gran Fondo takes place on 2026-12-20 at Hazza bin Zayed Stadium – Sheikh Zayed Festival, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon — 2026-12-12 — ADNOC Abu Dhabi Marathon takes place on 2026-12-12 at Abu Dhabi City, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Spartan World Championship — 2026-11-19 – 2026-11-22 — Spartan World Championship takes place on 2026-11-19 – 2026-11-22 at Al Wathba Desert, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Diljit Dosanjh — 2026-12-31 — Diljit Dosanjh takes place on 2026-12-31 at Etihad Live, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• BREDX Abu Dhabi — 2026-11-13 – 2026-11-14 — BREDX Abu Dhabi takes place on 2026-11-13 – 2026-11-14 at Etihad Live, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Jennifer Lopez & Alex Warren — F1 Yasalam After-Race Concert — 2026-12-04 — Jennifer Lopez & Alex Warren — F1 Yasalam After-Race Concert takes place on 2026-12-04 at Etihad Live, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Access is through eligible Abu Dhabi Grand Prix tickets; concert access days depend on the ticket purchased.

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• CATS — 2027-06-04 – 2027-06-13 — CATS takes place on 2027-06-04 – 2027-06-13 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Charlie and the Chocolate Factory — 2027-05-14 – 2027-05-23 — Charlie and the Chocolate Factory takes place on 2027-05-14 – 2027-05-23 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• André Rieu & His Johann Strauss Orchestra — 2027-04-17 — André Rieu & His Johann Strauss Orchestra takes place on 2027-04-17 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Phantom of the Opera Abu Dhabi — 2027-03-10 – 2027-03-28 — Phantom of the Opera Abu Dhabi takes place on 2027-03-10 – 2027-03-28 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Paul Smith — 2027-01-31 — Paul Smith takes place on 2027-01-31 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Whitney Cummings — 2027-01-31 — Whitney Cummings takes place on 2027-01-31 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• This Is Michael — 2027-01-30 — This Is Michael takes place on 2027-01-30 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Ludovico Einaudi & UAE National Orchestra — 2027-01-24 — Ludovico Einaudi & UAE National Orchestra takes place on 2027-01-24 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• IIFA Awards — 2027-01-23 — IIFA Awards takes place on 2027-01-23 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• IIFA Digital Awards — 2027-01-22 — IIFA Digital Awards takes place on 2027-01-22 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Ebru Gündeş — 2027-01-15 — Ebru Gündeş takes place on 2027-01-15 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Kevin Bridges — 2027-01-09 — Kevin Bridges takes place on 2027-01-09 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Ramy Sabry Live — 2026-11-28 — Ramy Sabry Live takes place on 2026-11-28 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Mohamed Helmy — Plus One — 2026-11-24 — Mohamed Helmy — Plus One takes place on 2026-11-24 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Fadel Chaker & Mohamed Chaker — 2026-11-23 — Fadel Chaker & Mohamed Chaker takes place on 2026-11-23 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Mina Nader — Interactive Stand-up Comedy — 2026-11-22 — Mina Nader — Interactive Stand-up Comedy takes place on 2026-11-22 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• NEMR — Rampant Disorder — 2026-11-22 — NEMR — Rampant Disorder takes place on 2026-11-22 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Jose Manalo & Wally Bayola — The Ultimate Dabarkads Comedy — 2026-11-22 — Jose Manalo & Wally Bayola — The Ultimate Dabarkads Comedy takes place on 2026-11-22 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Aries Spears Live — 2026-11-21 — Aries Spears Live takes place on 2026-11-21 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Anubhav Singh Bassi — Kisi Ko Batana Mat — 2026-11-21 — Anubhav Singh Bassi — Kisi Ko Batana Mat takes place on 2026-11-21 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Fadel Chaker & Mohamed Chaker — 2026-11-20 — Fadel Chaker & Mohamed Chaker takes place on 2026-11-20 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Amine Radi — Abu Dhabi Comedy Season — 2026-11-19 — Amine Radi — Abu Dhabi Comedy Season takes place on 2026-11-19 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Real American Freestyle Abu Dhabi — 2026-11-14 — Real American Freestyle Abu Dhabi takes place on 2026-11-14 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix — 2026-12-03 – 2026-12-06 — Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix takes place on 2026-12-03 – 2026-12-06 at Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Disney's The Lion King Live in Concert — 2026-12-20 — Disney's The Lion King Live in Concert takes place on 2026-12-20 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Home Alone 2: Lost in New York Live in Concert — 2026-12-19 — Home Alone 2: Lost in New York Live in Concert takes place on 2026-12-19 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Disney's Frozen Live in Concert — 2026-12-19 — Disney's Frozen Live in Concert takes place on 2026-12-19 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Disney's Encanto Live in Concert — 2026-12-18 — Disney's Encanto Live in Concert takes place on 2026-12-18 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Mariah Carey's Christmastime — 2026-12-12 — Mariah Carey's Christmastime takes place on 2026-12-12 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Ghostly Kisses — 2026-11-29 — Ghostly Kisses takes place on 2026-11-29 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Riverdance — 2027-11-19 – 2027-11-20 — Riverdance takes place on 2027-11-19 – 2027-11-20 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Arthur Murray Abu Dhabi — Salsa Dance Lessons — Salsa lessons for singles and couples in Abu Dhabi, including beginners; request a lesson time directly from the studio.

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• Salsa Social Nights with Salsa Bachata Abu Dhabi — Latin social dance nights in Abu Dhabi featuring salsa and bachata; contact the organizer for the next confirmed date and venue.

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• Salsa Classes with Salsa Bachata Abu Dhabi — Abu Dhabi salsa lessons for beginners and intermediate dancers; ask the organizer to confirm current class times and fees.

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• The Chainsmokers & The Script — F1 Yasalam After-Race Concert — 2026-12-06 — The Chainsmokers & The Script — F1 Yasalam After-Race Concert takes place on 2026-12-06 at Etihad Live, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Access is through eligible Abu Dhabi Grand Prix tickets; concert access days depend on the ticket purchased.

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• Imagine Dragons — F1 Yasalam After-Race Concert — 2026-12-05 — Imagine Dragons — F1 Yasalam After-Race Concert takes place on 2026-12-05 at Etihad Live, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Access is through eligible Abu Dhabi Grand Prix tickets; concert access days depend on the ticket purchased.

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• Anyma presents ÆDEN — F1 Official After-Party — 2026-12-04 — Anyma presents ÆDEN — F1 Official After-Party takes place on 2026-12-04 at Yas Gateway Park, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Kings of Leon & Lewis Capaldi — F1 Yasalam After-Race Concert — 2026-12-03 — Kings of Leon & Lewis Capaldi — F1 Yasalam After-Race Concert takes place on 2026-12-03 at Etihad Live, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Access is through eligible Abu Dhabi Grand Prix tickets; concert access days depend on the ticket purchased.

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• Highlights from Bassam Freiha Collection — 11 June 2026 – 17 January 2027 — Dates: 11 June 2026 – 17 January 2027. Venue: Bassam Freiha Art Foundation, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi. A dated exhibition of Orientalist paintings from the Bassam Freiha Collection. The official exhibition page does not specify admission prices.

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• Quantum Dome Project — A Collective VR Experience — 1 July 2025 – 31 December 2026 — Dates: 1 July 2025 – 31 December 2026. Venue: Lower Forum, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island. A timed VR experience in the Lower Forum, with journeys through Rome, Baghdad and India. Museum admission is separate; select a session when booking.

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• Andrea Bocelli — Yasalam Classics — 2026-12-02 — Andrea Bocelli — Yasalam Classics takes place on 2026-12-02 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Tarkan — 2026-11-27 — Tarkan takes place on 2026-11-27 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Frieze Abu Dhabi 2026 — 19 November 2026 – 22 November 2026 — Dates: 19 November 2026 – 22 November 2026. Venue: Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi. The inaugural fair presents art from antiquity to the present. Admission arrangements are not specified in the linked official announcement.

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• Tamaas Festival — Ibibio Sound Machine, Bombino and Sami Galbi — 29 January 2027 — Dates: 29 January 2027. Venue: The Arts Center, NYU Abu Dhabi. A three-act music festival at The Arts Center. Programme starts at 7pm; check the official page for stage and ticket arrangements.

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• Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra — Verdi Opera Gala — 29 November 2026 — Dates: 29 November 2026. Venue: Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi. David Crescenzi conducts a programme of Verdi overtures, arias and duets. Performance runs 8–9:30pm.

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• Harry Potter Film Concert Series — 2027-02-05 – 2027-02-06 — Harry Potter Film Concert Series takes place on 2027-02-05 – 2027-02-06 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• American Ballet Theatre — Abu Dhabi Festival — 21 November 2026 — Dates: 21 November 2026. Venue: Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi. American Ballet Theatre presents four classical and contemporary ballet works. Performance runs 8–9:30pm.

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• Hans Zimmer Live — 2026-11-13 — Hans Zimmer Live takes place on 2026-11-13 at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi. The official organizer lists these dates; use the linked event page for admission options and session details.

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• Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2026 — 7–10 December — ADGM's flagship financial summit brings the global capital community to The Grand Steps, Al Maryah Island, for four days of forums from 7–10 December 2026.

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