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Then (almost) Friday, then Saturday, Sunday…?
It’s (soon) Friday, Friday, and the first rule of the Friday Club is that you “must have Friday off,” and everyone is looking forward to the weekend, the weekend. Yep, it’s (almost) Friday and we’re in love – pretty much all the fun things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend. Come join us in the vibe because any day can be a Friday if you try hard enough.
Friday, June 16
all tea
Beautifully designed and beautifully presented for an afternoon of entertaining at striking Fouquets. Afternoon tea for two is priced at AED 390, which includes a tiered tower of dim sum and coffee or tea. Add a glass of sparkling wine per person for Dhs450.
Fouquets, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Tuesday to Sunday, noon to 10pm throughout June @fouquets.abudhabi
time for a change
Every weekday, you can play Beat the Clock at Atlon, Souk Qaryat Al Beri’s very own backwater. This is essentially an extended happy hour, Dhs10 for select drinks between 5pm and 6pm (50% off menu) and Dhs15 for certain bevs between 6pm and 7pm (30% off food %), then between 7pm and 9pm you can buy a drink for AED 20 (20% off food).
Alton Bar and Bistro, Qaryat Al Beri, Mon-Fri 5pm-8pm, Dhs299. Tel: (02) 886 8443, @atlonabudhabi
snow merchant
Get ready to glide over to Reem Mall, the city’s coolest new attraction, Snow Abu Dhabi, is now open. At the region’s largest snow park, you’ll find more than 20 exciting rides and attractions, as well as an array of themed dining options, including hot chocolate.For details on fares, these rides and adventures, check out our guide here.
Snow Abu Dhabi, Reem Mall, Abu Dhabi, Tel: (800) 707 070. @snovauh
sports opportunities
Traditionally, the mission of the Abu Dhabi Summer Games is to keep the capital’s residents active during the summer, providing a huge 18,511 sqm of indoor air-conditioned cooling space at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC) for revenue. We now confirm that the 2023 edition will take place from 6 June to 12 August (8am-1am) and will feature 25 courts and 8 sports including CrossFit and running tracks (free to the public) and more Facilities, space to play football, basketball, cricket, volleyball, badminton and crossfit.
The basketball court fee (per hour) is AED 100 during off-peak hours and AED 150 during peak hours (4pm to 11pm on weekdays). The 7-a-side pitch costs AED 30 during peak hours and AED 225 during peak hours. @adsummersports
Use Foshan
Al Forsan International Sports Resort has some great leisure and entertainment activities to take part in, and while many are held at outdoor venues including a go-kart track, paintball and archery range, there are also indoor activities. Take the shooting club, for example, where visitors have access to an array of firearms, including pistols, rifles, sniper rifles, bows and even a virtual shooting simulator powered by a VirTra 300.
Al Forsan International Sports Resort, Khalifa City. Tel: (800) 9900, alforsan.com
talent pool
Complementing views of the marina skyline, the Abu Dhabi EDITION’s secluded pool is the perfect setting for a refreshing pool day. Relax by the cabanas and grab a snack at Alba Terrace, weekday pool pass is AED 150, fully redeemable, weekend pass is AED 225, and you get AED 150 for food and drinks .
Al Bateen Marina, 7am-9pm daily. Tel: 2 208 0000, www.editionhotels.com website
Saturday 17 June
on the roof
On Saturdays, you can enjoy eight hours of virtually indistinguishable bottomless drinks on Marriott Downtown’s rooftop pool deck for Dhs149. how? Well, the brunch starts at noon with a very low price of Dhs99 for the house package and ends at 4pm, but there is an add-on from 4pm to 8pm where you can buy 10 drinks for only Dhs50. wilderness.
AT25, Marriott City Center Abu Dhabi, every Saturday April 29th from 4pm to 8pm. Tel: (02) 304 7777, @marriottdowntownad
crystal discount
Staying in the UAE and doing something exciting for your summer? Make sure to add the Abu Dhabi National Aquarium in Al Qana to your list, because leisure and entertainment is cool this summer. The region’s largest aquarium is offering a 30% discount to all UAE residents, meaning you can visit this cool mega-project in the capital for just 77 dirhams.
Abu Dhabi National Aquarium, Al Qana, Al Maqta, Abu Dhabi, Dhs77 discount for UAE residents until 22 June. Tel: (02) 418 6666. National Aquarium.ae
Sunday, June 18
absolutely burn it
This summer, let kids learn, have fun and immerse themselves in drawing with Art Central’s drawing and clay sculpting workshops. A package of four lessons costs about Dhs950, but the lessons are two hours long, all materials are included, and of course, you get to take home a masterpiece.
Boutique Mall, Al Reem Island. Tel: (02) 679 6795, @artcentraluae
very interesting day
Located in Al Qana, Pixoul is the largest gaming center of its kind in Abu Dhabi, including the latest developments in location-based entertainment (LBE). In addition to futuristic VR technology, the venue will also operate the region’s first certified esports (that’s competitive gaming for anyone new to it) academy. With the headset on, you can freely roam a variety of strategy, racing, and *finger gun* shooters alone or with a team.
Al Qana, Sunday to Thursday noon to midnight, Friday to Saturday noon to 2am, prices start from Dhs35. pixoulgaming.com
la la land
Shangri-La’s Qaryat Al Beri day getaway package includes access to the hotel’s enticing five-star facilities, including swimming pool and beach, between 10am and 6pm. All this for just Dhs250 on weekdays and Dhs300 on weekends – and that’s fully redeemable, with kids under 6 free and kids 6-11 getting half-price access to amenities.
Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, Khor Al Makta, 10am-6pm daily. Tel: (02) 509 8555, restaurantreservations.slad@shangri-la.com
Happy Top Up (Glasses)
When it comes to XXL happy hour, Grills @ Chill’O, Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche’s elevated poolside bar and restaurant, doesn’t get any better. Their ‘Happiest Hour’ is available daily from 4pm to 8pm (including weekends), allowing you to enjoy 50% off the same amount of selected drinks.There’s almost zero promotions so wild
Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche, East Binhai Road. Tel: (02) 813 7777, sofitelabudhabicorniche.com
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