{"id":14142,"date":"2025-08-28T19:10:35","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T15:10:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/abudhabi\/?p=14142"},"modified":"2025-09-08T15:28:52","modified_gmt":"2025-09-08T11:28:52","slug":"5-things-you-cant-miss-in-abu-dhabi-this-august-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/abudhabi\/en\/news\/5-things-you-cant-miss-in-abu-dhabi-this-august-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Things You Can\u2019t Miss in Abu Dhabi This August Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"159\" data-end=\"408\">August is wrapping up, and Abu Dhabi is turning up the heat (in a fun way, not just the weather)! Whether you\u2019re all about fitness, music, family fun, or a little cultural throwback, this weekend is stacked with epic experiences. Here\u2019s what\u2019s on:<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"480\">6. Ferrari ladies run \u2013 start your engines, ladies!<\/h2>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/-\/media\/events\/2025\/8\/ferrari-world-abu-dhabi.jpg\" width=\"550\" height=\"382\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"481\" data-end=\"726\">Celebrate <strong data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"514\">Emirati Women\u2019s Day<\/strong> in style at the Ferrari Ladies Run inside the legendary <strong data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"599\">Ferrari World Yas Island<\/strong>. This exclusive <strong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"645\">ladies-only fitness event<\/strong> is all about strength, spirit, and sisterhood\u2014under the world-famous Red Roof!<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"829\"><strong data-start=\"731\" data-end=\"740\">When:<\/strong> 30 August 2025<br data-start=\"755\" data-end=\"758\" \/><strong data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"769\">Time:<\/strong> 6:00 AM \u2013 8:30 AM<br data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"790\" \/><strong data-start=\"793\" data-end=\"803\">Where:<\/strong> Ferrari World Abu Dhabi<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"831\" data-end=\"856\"><em data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"854\">Why you should go:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"996\">\n<li data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"907\">\n<p data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"907\">Run in one of the most iconic spots in the UAE<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"957\">\n<p data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"957\">A perfect way to kick off Emirati Women\u2019s Day<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"996\">\n<p data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"996\">Instagrammable vibes everywhere! Get your <a href=\"https:\/\/my.raceresult.com\/349162\/registration\">tix<\/a> now!<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>5. Harry Potter\u2122 Film Concert Series<\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t miss the Harry Potter\u2122 Film Concert Series at Etihad Arena, Yas Island! On 6\u20137 September, a live symphony orchestra performs the iconic John Williams scores in sync with the films:<\/p>\n<p>6 Sept \u2013 Philosopher\u2019s Stone\u2122 at 7:30 PM<br \/>\n7 Sept \u2013 Chamber of Secrets\u2122 at 3:00 PM<\/p>\n<p>Watch the magic unfold on a massive screen \u2014 with a live symphony orchestra turning every spell and chase scene into goosebumps!<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a die-hard fan or new to the Wizarding World, Back to Hogwarts in Abu Dhabi is a magical experience you won\u2019t forget.<\/p>\n<p>One weekend. Two spellbinding experiences.<\/p>\n<p>Your Back to Hogwarts adventure awaits in Abu Dhabi. Get your tickets today.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><strong>Where:\u00a0<\/strong>Etihad Arena<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Get your tickets <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etihadarena.ae\/en\/event-booking\/harry-potter-film-concert-series\"><strong>HERE<\/strong> while you <strong>STILL<\/strong> CAN!<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lovin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/19\/2025\/08\/Screenshot2023-03-23at1.01.02PM.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 data-start=\"1003\" data-end=\"1065\">4. Paw Patrol live \u2013 because no pup is too small!<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/-\/media\/events\/2025\/5\/paw-patrol-live.jpg\" width=\"559\" height=\"419\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1066\" data-end=\"1338\">The pups are back\u2014and this time, they\u2019re pirates! Join Ryder and his fearless crew for <strong data-start=\"1153\" data-end=\"1183\">The Great Pirate Adventure<\/strong>, a live show packed with action, music, and major nostalgia. Perfect for kids, families, or anyone who still secretly loves Paw Patrol (we don\u2019t judge).<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1386\"><strong data-start=\"1343\" data-end=\"1355\">Tickets:<\/strong> From AED 95 \u2013 grab them <a href=\"https:\/\/www.etihadarena.ae\/en\/event-booking\/paw-patrol-live\">now<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1388\" data-end=\"1413\"><em data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1411\">Why you should go:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1585\">\n<li data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1468\">\n<p data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1468\">A high-energy, interactive experience for all ages<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1585\">\n<p data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1585\">Pirate treasure, adventure, and good vibes guaranteed<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1652\">3. Faraj Suleiman live \u2013 music that hits different<\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" style=\"background: #FFF;border: 0;border-radius: 3px;margin: 1px;max-width: 540px;min-width: 326px;padding: 0;width: calc(100% - 2px)\" data-instgrm-captioned=\"\" data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DNSuhjrsmtC\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\">\n<div style=\"padding: 16px\">\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div style=\"flex-direction: row;align-items: center\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4;border-radius: 50%;flex-grow: 0;height: 40px;margin-right: 14px;width: 40px\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"flex-direction: column;flex-grow: 1;justify-content: center\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4;border-radius: 4px;flex-grow: 0;height: 14px;margin-bottom: 6px;width: 100px\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4;border-radius: 4px;flex-grow: 0;height: 14px;width: 60px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 19% 0\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"height: 50px;margin: 0 auto 12px;width: 50px\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"padding-top: 8px\">\n<div style=\"color: #3897f0;font-family: Arial,sans-serif;font-size: 14px;font-style: normal;font-weight: 550;line-height: 18px\">View this post on Instagram<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"padding: 12.5% 0\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"flex-direction: row;margin-bottom: 14px;align-items: center\">\n<div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4;border-radius: 50%;height: 12.5px;width: 12.5px\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4;height: 12.5px;width: 12.5px;flex-grow: 0;margin-right: 14px;margin-left: 2px\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4;border-radius: 50%;height: 12.5px;width: 12.5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: 8px\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4;border-radius: 50%;flex-grow: 0;height: 20px;width: 20px\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0;height: 0;border-top: 2px solid transparent;border-left: 6px solid #f4f4f4;border-bottom: 2px solid transparent\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-left: auto\">\n<div style=\"width: 0px;border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4;border-right: 8px solid transparent\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4;flex-grow: 0;height: 12px;width: 16px\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"width: 0;height: 0;border-top: 8px solid #F4F4F4;border-left: 8px solid transparent\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"flex-direction: column;flex-grow: 1;justify-content: center;margin-bottom: 24px\">\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4;border-radius: 4px;flex-grow: 0;height: 14px;margin-bottom: 6px;width: 224px\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"background-color: #f4f4f4;border-radius: 4px;flex-grow: 0;height: 14px;width: 144px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p style=\"color: #c9c8cd;font-family: Arial,sans-serif;font-size: 14px;line-height: 17px;margin-bottom: 0;margin-top: 8px;overflow: hidden;padding: 8px 0 7px;text-align: center\"><a style=\"color: #c9c8cd;font-family: Arial,sans-serif;font-size: 14px;font-style: normal;font-weight: normal;line-height: 17px;text-decoration: none\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DNSuhjrsmtC\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A post shared by MARSM (@marsm_uk)<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><script src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1653\" data-end=\"1893\">If you\u2019re craving something soulful, <strong data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1708\">Faraj Suleiman<\/strong> is here to deliver. The celebrated Palestinian composer and pianist brings jazz, Arabic vibes, and cinematic feels to <strong data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1844\">NYU Abu Dhabi<\/strong> for a night of music that speaks to the heart.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"2003\"><strong data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1907\">When:<\/strong> 29 August 2025<br data-start=\"1922\" data-end=\"1925\" \/><strong data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1936\">Time:<\/strong> 7:30 PM \u2013 10:00 PM<br data-start=\"1955\" data-end=\"1958\" \/><strong data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1971\">Where:<\/strong> New York University Abu Dhabi<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2030\"><em data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2028\">Why you should go:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2031\" data-end=\"2242\">\n<li data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2143\">\n<p data-start=\"2079\" data-end=\"2143\">Music that blends jazz, rock, classical, and Arabic influences<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2242\">\n<p data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2242\">A cultural and emotional journey (plus, the playlist flex for your Insta stories is unmatched)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2303\">2. ADIHEX \u2013 where heritage meets the future<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/-\/media\/events\/entity\/2025\/2\/7ef7d0b9-6c80-4482-8101-4c21f2edc238.jpg\" width=\"635\" height=\"423\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2304\" data-end=\"2569\">The <strong data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2378\">Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX)<\/strong> is back\u2014and it\u2019s bigger than ever! Think traditions, hunting gear, equestrian shows, and networking like a boss. This is not just an event; it\u2019s a cultural celebration with a modern twist.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2571\" data-end=\"2687\"><strong data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2583\">When:<\/strong> 30 August \u2013 7 September 2025<br data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2615\" \/><strong data-start=\"2617\" data-end=\"2626\">Time:<\/strong> 11:00 AM \u2013 10:00 PM<br data-start=\"2646\" data-end=\"2649\" \/><strong data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2662\">Where:<\/strong> ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2689\" data-end=\"2714\"><em data-start=\"2692\" data-end=\"2712\">Why you should go:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2903\">\n<li data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2774\">\n<p data-start=\"2717\" data-end=\"2774\">The ultimate blend of culture, heritage, and innovation<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2836\">\n<p data-start=\"2777\" data-end=\"2836\">Meet 174,000+ people (and yes, make those LinkedIn moves)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"2837\" data-end=\"2903\">\n<p data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"2903\">A perfect photo op with falcons, horses, and traditional vibes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"2910\" data-end=\"2981\">1. Sir Bani Yas Island \u2013 step into a 7th-century time capsule<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/-\/media\/project\/vad\/galleryimages\/where-to-go\/the-church-and-monastery-of-sir-bani-yas-island\/the-church-on-sir-bani-yas-island-011.jpg\" alt=\"The church and monastery of Sir Bani Yas Island\" width=\"514\" height=\"288\" \/><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2982\" data-end=\"3262\">Ready for a history flex? Explore the <strong data-start=\"3020\" data-end=\"3068\">only known ancient Christian site in the UAE<\/strong> on Sir Bani Yas Island. We\u2019re talking a <strong data-start=\"3109\" data-end=\"3149\">7th\u20138th century church and monastery<\/strong>, buried for centuries and now open for the public to explore. It\u2019s like walking into a real-life history reel.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3336\"><strong data-start=\"3267\" data-end=\"3277\">Where:<\/strong> Sir Bani Yas Island<br data-start=\"3297\" data-end=\"3300\" \/><strong data-start=\"3303\" data-end=\"3315\">Timings:<\/strong> 10:00 AM \u2013 6:00 PM<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"3338\" data-end=\"3363\"><em data-start=\"3341\" data-end=\"3361\">Why you should go:<\/em><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3511\">\n<li data-start=\"3364\" data-end=\"3406\">\n<p data-start=\"3366\" data-end=\"3406\">It\u2019s the ultimate offbeat weekend plan<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3407\" data-end=\"3446\">\n<p data-start=\"3409\" data-end=\"3446\">A rare peek into UAE\u2019s deep history<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3447\" data-end=\"3511\">\n<p data-start=\"3449\" data-end=\"3511\">Perfect for content that screams <em data-start=\"3482\" data-end=\"3509\">culture + aesthetic vibes<\/em><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"3518\" data-end=\"3690\">Whether you\u2019re chasing fitness goals, family fun, or cultural moments for your feed, Abu Dhabi has you covered this weekend. 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