8 weekend ideas in Abu Dhabi: October 20 to 22
Friday, October 20
Visit the much-appreciated Park Market
After many weeks and months of excitement, Umm Al Emarat Park’s highly anticipated Park Market is officially back, and you can enjoy 40 participating merchants offering Arabic food and entertainment. The Park Market will also offer a variety of interesting events, exhibitions, and performances, as well as a weekly return of the renowned Cinema in the Park experience. Most importantly, all ticket purchases on Friday, October 20 will benefit people from Gaza affected by the conflict.
Get in the groove for fight night
The Abu Dhabi Extreme Championship (ADXC 1) will make its debut in the Mubadala Centre during the course of the present Showdown Week on Friday night. Athletes from jiu-jitsu and MMA will compete in five rounds of intense three-minute fights, providing an exciting time. Great way to get in the spirit for what’s coming up…
Saturday, October 21
UFC 294
Fight night has finally here in Abu Dhabi, and the lead-up this week has included everything from open workouts to formal weigh-ins, all has only added to the excitement. Tune on, or if you can get tickets, go cageside at the Etihad Arena on Saturday night to witness Islam Makachev take on defending featherweight champion Alexander Volkanovski in the main fight.
Dine with Le Marché come brunchtime
This Saturday, Le Meridien Abu Dhabi presents its Le Marché Saturday Brunch at their beautiful Latest Recipe restaurant. We’re excited about this one and already know what we’re doing for Saturday brunch this week.
Visit Portugal right here in Abu Dhabi…
No forklifts, no steel-toed shoes, just a lovely small place in the ADNEC region that will take care of your weekend operations. Swing by The Warehouse in Rotana’s Pearl Capital Centre and let Fado E Amigos, their live vocalist, put the final polish on your Portuguese night.
…or even Chicago
The Four Seasons Abu Dhabi’s new ‘Take me to Chicago” Saturday brunch at Butcher & Still’s piques our interest, and in a big way. Drop by for a taste of the Windy City as they get things going this Saturday.
Sunday, October 22
Sit down for a Levantine breakfast with the family at Tean
Tean, located just moments away from the beautiful Saadiyat beach, serves a delicious Levantine breakfast. Breakfast classics such as Shakshuka, Foul, and Hummus, as well as Middle Eastern cheeses in a variety of tastes, hues, and textures, are available. If you prefer lesser amounts, the tasting menu offers breakfast dishes with subtle touches of Western influences.
Win big at The Galleria Al Maryah Island
With only a few days remaining to take advantage of this amazing offer, The Galleria Al Maryah Island invites you to win some of their Dhs1 million gift card game. With only a week left, make sure you combine all of your buying receipts totaling Dhs500 to qualify. Galleria will also send you their new limited-edition unisex fragrance when you buy a gift card for Dhs250 or more.