Five pop-up markets you can visit in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi has a few pop-up markets coming up, with everything from vintage and pre-loved finds to handmade pieces, and local brands. We’ve picked out a few happening around the capital over the next few weeks.
Merchants & Makers at Abu Dhabi Mall
This pop-up features local brands and independent creators for a day of browsing handmade pieces, unique items, and more. You can meet the artists and creators behind the stalls, discover something new, and support UAE-based small businesses while you shop.
Where: Abu Dhabi Mall
When: Thursday, 24 September 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
More info here
Artisan Market at Flavours Hub
In the last of their pop-up markets for September, Flavours Hub has an Artisan Market on Friday 25 and Saturday 26, featuring local creators at Masdar Park. There’ll be everything from jewellery and foodie products, to handmade arts and crafts.
If you’re a local maker and would like to have a stall at the market, you can register by emailing hello@creativeconnect.space or WhatsApp: 056 683 5451.
Where: Flavours Hub, Masdar Park
When: Friday, 25 September and Saturday, 26 September 2026 Time: Friday, 3:00 pm -10:00 pm; Saturday, 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
More info here
Urban Market at Manarat Al Saadiyat
Urban Market is back at Manarat Al Saadiyat from Friday to Sunday for a back-to-school special. The market is known for thrifted and vintage clothing, streetwear, jewellery, bags, and accessories - but mostly for its urban, street vibe. There’ll be live DJs, free workshops, and cafe pop-ups where you can grab a bite between browsing the stalls.
Make sure to check out the vintage digicams and handycams, Y2K bags and purses, Vivienne Westwood jewellery, watches, statement sunglasses, and mystery jars filled with little collectibles.
Where: Manarat Al Saadiyat
When: Friday, 25 September to Sunday, 27 September 2026
Time: Friday, 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday, 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm
More info here
Abu Dhabi Flea Market
The Abu Dhabi Flea Market is back at Grand Millennium Al Wahda this Sunday, with tables filled with pre-loved clothes, books, toys, homeware, electronics, decor, and other finds. Prices start as low as AED 10.
If you want to get rid of things you no longer use, you can also register for a table and bring along clothes, books, homeware, toys, and other items to sell.
Where: Grand Millennium Al Wahda
When: Sunday, 27 September 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Price: Free entry for shoppers
More info here
Ripe Market at Yas Marina
Ripe Market is popping up at Yas Marina for a few weekends, with stalls selling fashion, beachwear, jewellery, accessories, arts and crafts, and sustainable items. Once you are all shopped out, you can grab a bite at one of the restaurants along the marina, with views of the boats and water.
Where: Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi
When: Saturdays and Sundays, 26 October to 10 November
Time: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
More info here
