The suitcases are unpacked, the holiday photos are probably still flooding your camera roll, and the familiar Abu Dhabi routine is slowly returning. But coming back from summer doesn’t have to mean going straight from airport arrivals to alarm clocks, school runs, and overflowing inboxes.
Across the capital, you can ease back into local life, with special offers and events throughout September. Here are some of the welcome-back treats worth knowing about.
A Little Welcome at Zayed International Airport
Your Abu Dhabi comeback can begin before you’ve even left the airport. The Welcome Back to Abu Dhabi initiative at Zayed International Airport is designed to give returning families a taste of what the capital has waiting for them.
Selected arrivals can receive specially designed cultural boarding passes with information on museums, attractions, and experiences across Abu Dhabi.
For further information, visit Secret Abu Dhabi – A Little Welcome at Zayed International Airport.
Your Yas Island Comeback Comes with a Discount
Did you squeeze in a Yas Island theme park visit before heading away for summer? If so, keep that ticket handy.
Their Welcome Back Offer gives eligible guests 30% off a return visit to one of Yas Island’s four theme parks: Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi or SeaWorld Abu Dhabi.
There is a time limit, though. Your return must be within 30 days of your original visit, so this offer rewards those who return quickly.
For further information, visit Yas Theme Parks Welcome Back Offer.
September Is a Good Month for Museum Hopping
If you’re looking for something a little more cultural, Saadiyat Cultural District has another reason to get out and explore this month.
The ‘Member September’ initiative is bringing together the three landmark museums: Louvre Abu Dhabi, Zayed National Museum and Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi.
Throughout September, members of any participating museums can access the other institutions with complimentary general admission, giving existing members an easy way to discover somewhere new without paying for another ticket.
For further information, visit Saadiyat Abu Dhabi – Member September.
Back To School Can Still Mean a Cinema Trip
The return of school doesn’t mean fun has to disappear from the calendar. VOX Cinemas has launched a Back-to-School Entertainment Pass priced from AED 129, giving families an excuse to swap the textbooks for a film and a day out.
The package includes a cinema experience, access to Snow Abu Dhabi, and a Back-to-School Goodie Bag. This offer is available until September 14, whilst the individual vouchers give you additional time to use them.
The cinema voucher is valid for 60 days after purchase, and the Snow Abu Dhabi voucher can be redeemed until November 30, 2026.
For further information, visit Back to School | VOX Cinemas UAE.
SUSHISAMBA Rio Brunch Returns
If your ideal Saturday involves great food, cocktails, and a party that refuses to end at lunchtime, SUSHISAMBA has you covered.
The Rio Brunch returns for a new season on the first weekend of September, bringing back its lively Japanese, Brazilian, and Peruvian flavours alongside entertainment and the energetic atmosphere that has made it a popular weekend choice.
It’s a brunch where you shouldn’t make too many plans for later in the day, as it’s easy to find yourself quite happy staying exactly where you are.
For further information, visit RIO BRUNCH | SUSHISAMBA Abu Dhabi.
Bring The Family to Shangri-La Abu Dhabi
Families can head to Shangri-La Abu Dhabi this weekend on September 6 for a free community gathering hosted by Mama Tribe UAE. Running from 10.00 AM, the Welcome Back to Abu Dhabi Family Community Day will feature activities for children, family-friendly entertainment, wellness and parenting specialists, giveaways, and spaces to meet other families.
There will also be a dedicated area for people who have recently moved to Abu Dhabi, making it a useful opportunity to meet new faces as the little ones stay occupied. Registration is required, and the event is free.
For further information, visit Mama Tribe UAE.
So, once the suitcases are away and the holiday tan starts to fade, consider this your official excuse to get back out and enjoy Abu Dhabi.
