News you might have missed in Abu Dhabi | 11 November 2026
Catch up on the latest news and updates from Abu Dhabi, from new flight routes and book signings to free workouts and upcoming events.
Meet author Winston Cowie at The Keg Room
Author and marine conservationist Winston Cowie is heading to Al Zeina this Friday for a book signing at The Keg Room. He'll be bringing copies of his latest release, Kiwi to the Kingdoms: New Zealand to Blue Arabia, which follows his journey from New Zealand to the Arabian Peninsula, with plenty of adventures and experiences along the way.
You can meet Winston, chat with him, and get your copy exclusively signed. Books will be available to purchase on the day, but stocks are limited, so make sure to pre-register to reserve yours.
Where: The Keg Room, Al Zeina
When: Friday, 13 November 2026
Time: 1:00 pm until late
Pre-register and reserve your copy here
Free outdoor kickboxing classes at Masdar City
Fancy adding some punches and kicks to your weekend workout? BetterFit Personal Training is hosting free outdoor kickboxing and circuit sessions at Masdar City, starting this Saturday, 14 November.
The classes are beginner-friendly, so you don't need any previous kickboxing experience to join in.
There are only 10 spots per class, so you'll need to book ahead. If you can't make it this Saturday, there are two more sessions on 21 and 28 November.
Where: Masdar City, Abu Dhabi
When: Saturdays, 14, 21, and 28 November 2026
Time: 9:00 am to 10:00 am
Price: Free
Book your spot: WhatsApp +971 50 464 9118
Shakespeare's Macbeth at the Cultural Foundation
Shakespeare's Macbeth is getting a musical makeover, and your kids can catch it at the Cultural Foundation this November. Presented by Shakespeare 4 Kids (S4K), the production tells the story of Macbeth, a Scottish warrior who hears a prophecy from three mysterious characters that he will one day become king.
Of course, things don't go quite to plan. The story takes a darker turn, with ambition, murder, betrayal, and revenge taking centre stage. The 90-minute show mixes Shakespeare's original text with modern dialogue, songs, and humour, so kids can follow the story quite easily.
Where: Cultural Foundation, Abu Dhabi
When: Sunday, 15 November 2026
Time: 11:00 am and 3:00 pm
Price: From AED 135
Book your tickets here
Furusiyya: The Return to Origins at Al Jubail Island
Eight horses moving in perfect sync, riders showing off their skills, and a soundtrack to match. Furusiyya: The Return to Origins is back for a new season at Abu Dhabi Royal Equestrian Arts on Al Jubail Island, with performances running from 14 November to 12 December.
Head over to watch the history of Furusiyya, the traditional Arab art of horsemanship, using equestrian choreography, music, and visual projections. You'll see horses and riders perform a series of movements, including haute école, with a carousel sequence featuring eight horses moving together in synchrony.
The soundtrack is composed by award-winning musician Isa Najem, and the show explores the bond between horse and rider through trust, discipline, and precision.
Where: Abu Dhabi Royal Equestrian Arts, Al Jubail Island
When: 14 November to 12 December 2026
Time: 7:00 pm
Price: From AED 150
Book your tickets here
Zayed National Museum to explore 7,000 years of camel history
Camels have played a big part in the UAE's history, from trade and travel to everyday life, and Zayed National Museum is putting that story on display. Its first temporary exhibition, Tracks Through Time: The Camel in Society, Trade and Art, opens in early December, coinciding with the museum's first anniversary.
The exhibition takes you through more than 7,000 years of camel history, with archaeological finds including bones of the now-extinct wild camel excavated in Abu Dhabi's Baynunah and remains from Dubai's Al Sufouh. Some of the earliest evidence of camel domestication will also be on display, alongside rock art from Fujairah, old photographs, archival footage, postage stamps, and a rare children's book from the 1840s.
You'll also find recordings of traditional camel calls, Taghrooda and Alheda'a, as well as stories from camel herders and members of the community. You can also look forward to workshops, tours, and other activities to get involved in.
Where: Zayed National Museum, Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi
When: Opening in early December 2026
For updates visit the website
Air India Express adds two more Indian destinations from Abu Dhabi
Goa's beaches and Amritsar's food and heritage are now a direct flight away from Abu Dhabi. Air India Express launched services to Amritsar and resumed its Goa route, with both destinations now served three times a week from Zayed International Airport.
The new routes take the airline's Abu Dhabi network to 17 Indian cities, with around 160 flights every week. They follow the addition of six destinations over the past year, including Guwahati, Indore, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Navi Mumbai, and Pune.
Book your flight here
