With schools breaking up on Friday and the summer months officially upon us, there are plenty of ways to enjoy this vibrant city with family and friends.
If you are planning your week in the capital, here are some of the best things to do in Abu Dhabi, featuring amazing events, great food, and exciting live shows worth checking out!
Bedouin Live at White Abu Dhabi
Miami-based production & DJ partnership Tamer Malki and Rami Abousabe bring cultural influences and contemporary beats, creating a seamless musical journey.
Known tracks ‘Set the Tone’ and ‘The Other Side’ are sure to be played, as the duo perform a curated set where rhythm, emotion, and storytelling come together.
For more information and to book tickets, contact reservations@whiteabudhabi.com.
Date: 03 July 2026
Location: WHITE Abu Dhabi, Yas Bay, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Ladies Night at Al Ain Adventure
Calling all ladies of Abu Dhabi, Al Ain Adventure is the place to be on the first weekend of July. A unique Ladies Night concept, this exclusive gathering will be plenty of splashes, adventures, food, and music for an evening of perfect entertainment.
For more information and to book your spot, visit Ladies Night 2026 | Al Ain Adventure.
Date: 03 July 2026
Location: Al Ain Adventure, Ain Al Faydah, Abu Dhabi
The Afternoon Tea at Isabel Mayfair Abu Dhabi
Since its opening in April this year, Isabel Mayfair has already given fine-dining memories to both residents and visitors, and it’s bringing another one with its Afternoon Tea.
Guests can enjoy an array of sweet favourites, including a brownie with chocolate ganache, a delicate lemon meringue tart, pistachio madeleine, and a candy roll infused with peach verbena.
Two beverages per guest accompany the treats, with Isabel’s range of coffees and signature mocktails complementing the occasion perfectly.
For more information and reservations, visit ISABEL MAYFAIR | ABU DHABI.
Location: The Galleria, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
Dine at Dai Pai Dong
Located inside the Rosewood Hotel on Al Maryah Island, guests can savour authentic Cantonese flavours, with their renowned dim sum a must-order.
A recommendation in the Michelin Guide and offering an à la carte menu, business lunch menu, brunch, and a kids’ menu, it’s a venue that provides a great dining experience no matter what the occasion.
For more information and reservations, visit Dai Pai Dong | Rosewood.
Location: Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
Watch the World Cup Knockout Stages
With the group stages concluding next week, the serious stuff in the World Cup begins as the knockout stages offer no room for mistakes.
With dedicated fan zones and lively bars, there’s a venue to suit every type of supporter in Abu Dhabi, where you can gather your friends and settle in for what promises to produce celebrations and nail-biting finishes.
To find out where Abu Dhabi’s best bars are for the World Cup, visit Abu Dhabi’s Best Bars for the World Cup This Summer.
The knockout stages will take place from 28 June until the final on 19 July 2026.
Breakfast and Art Workshops in Manarat Al Saadiyat
Offering fresh coffee and their signature build-your-own breakfast, guests at Taparelle Restaurant in Manarat Al Saadiyat can create their own plate with a choice of freshly baked baguette, croissant or pain de mie, accompanied by favourites such as eggs and Scottish salmon.
To accompany the delicious breakfast, Manarat Al Saadiyat’s Art Studio provides the next stop, with a varied programme of inspirational and educational workshops and classes to keep the morning going.
For reservations at Taparelle and for more information on the art classes, contact info@taparelle.com and visit manaratalsaadiyate.ae.
This is a daily offering between 8.00 AM and 11.30 AM.
Locations: Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Cultural Disstrict, Al Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
Yas Island Speedboat Tour
Offering a thrilling tour of Abu Dhabi on a yellow RIB boat, passengers will be able to see iconic attractions such as Ferrari World from the water, as well as overlook the Al Raha Creek.
Providing an afternoon and a 6.00 PM slot, this could be the perfect way to head into the summer before the heat turns up.
For more information and to book your seat, visit Speedboat Tour | Yas Bay.
Location: Yas Bay, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Book Summer Camp Adventures in Abu Dhabi
With schools closing for the summer imminently in Abu Dhabi, many parents will be searching for the best summer camps to keep children engaged beyond screens and indoor play areas.
Fortunately, Abu Dhabi’s summer camp calendar is packed with programmes that combine learning, creativity, and physical activity. From wildlife encounters and cultural workshops to football coaching and science-based adventures, there is something for every child in the city.
To find out where Abu Dhabi’s best summer camps are, visit Best Summer Camps in Abu Dhabi This Year.
Schools in Abu Dhabi are set to break up on Friday, 03 July 2026.
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