MARKETS, MALLS AND ATTRACTIONS
As the Holy Month of Ramadan draws to a close, those spending it in the city can look forward to Eid Al Fitr celebrations in true capital city fashion. From what to watch to things to do around town, here are our picks for the month...
Enjoy a playground of activities at The Galleria Al Maryah Island
The Galleria Al Maryah Island introduces a family playground for little ones to enjoy until April 14 at Level 2, by the North Link Bridge. Activities include sub-soccer football games, face painting and henna, magnetic board puzzles, jenga, a ball pit and much more.
Yas Bay Waterfront Nights
If you haven’t had the chance to explore this night market on Yas Bay Waterfront during Ramadan, the Eid holidays are a great opportunity to do so. The annual pop-up event will be up and running all the way until the Eid holidays and offers something for everyone under the stars with a plenty of retail, dining and entertainment options geared to visitors of all ages. Browse through stalls selling traditional clothing and perfume, then satisfy late-night hunger pangs with Emirati dishes such as the luqaimat, rigag and koshari, as well as steaming cups of karak tea. For entertainment, you’re treated to the soothing, traditional sounds of qanun and oud performances, while little ones make paper lanterns at a dedicated craft corner. It takes place from 9pm to 2am amid traditional decor and a dazzling ambiance, right by the ever-popular Etihad Arena.
For locally-inspired flavour, head to Bawabat Al Sharq Mall
Unforgettable moments await at Bawabat Al Sharq Mall’s Ramadan Village all month long, and that includes during the Eid holidays from 4pm to 10pm. With plenty of fun activities for children and adults, the soothing sounds of the oud and qanoun will draw you in while you participate in exciting games, and enjoy a face-painting area, a henna station, Ayyalah dance performances and of course, the chance to win exciting prizes.
A tonne of fun is ripe for the picking at Abu Dhabi Marina Mall
This is always a great way to spend time with family and friends, and what better time to do so than during the Eid holidays? This Eid, Ripe Market returns to the capital, but at the Abu Dhabi Marina Mall. Within the Ramadan village, a pop-up opens on Saturday and Sunday from 5pm to 1am, and you’ll be able to discover several homegrown businesses across a unique, locally sourced retail experience while enjoying arts and crafts stations, workshops, entertainment, and souvenir stalls.