News you might have missed in Abu Dhabi | 27 May 2026

Most of the city is on holiday, so there might be some news you’ve missed this week. Check out luxury sample sales and Afro-house nights to cinema upgrades, new food spots, and cultural experiences happening across the capital. 

Limited-time VIP sample sale at Yas Island

If shopping is on your mind, head to W Abu Dhabi and you can choose from designer bags, luxury shoes, and fashion pieces that will be set up across three days, with discounts going up to 80%.

Entry is free, just needs a quick registration before you go in. 

Where: W Yas Island Hotel

When: 29 May - 31 May 2026

Time: 10 am - 10 pm

Price: Entry free

Entry: Register here

THEMBA at WHITE Abu Dhabi

An Afro-house night, you say? Catch THEMBA live as he takes over the decks at WHITE Abu Dhabi this Saturday, bringing his signature soulful Afro-house energy to the capital. 

If you’ve heard tracks like Kuxolelwa, The Calling, or Disappear, you already know the direction this night is heading. Before performing under the name THEMBA, he was widely known in the house music scene as Euphonik, with years of radio shows, festival sets, and Ibiza club appearances behind him. Over the years, he’s shared stages with names like Black Coffee, Swedish House Mafia, Avicii, and Tiësto.

It all goes down at Yas Bay this Saturday night. Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready for a masterclass in Afro-house music.

Where: WHITE Abu Dhabi, Yas Bay

When: Saturday, May 30 2026

Time: 11 pm

Price: Tickets start from 150 AED

Book your spot here

The Joy of Eid at Zayed National Museum

Head over to the Zayed National Museum this Eid for a cool poetry activation.

You can sit down for a quick one-on-one chat with a poet, tell them your favorite memories or stories about the city, and they’ll turn your thoughts into a personal poem right there in either Arabic or English.

It’s completely open to everyone, and is part of the museum’s 'The Joy of Eid’ program, which runs until May 31 and features live music, traditional crafts, and great Emirati hospitality.

Where: Zayed National Museum, Saadiyat Island

When: 27 May - 31 May 2026

More details here

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VOX Cinemas at Yas Mall Upgrade

Watching a movie at Yas Mall’s VOX Cinemas, now means giant screens, reclining seats, immersive sound, and maybe a few extra reasons to stay for the credits.

The three new signature concepts include:

Yas Island’s First IMAX: Yas Island has now launched its first IMAX theatre, complete with Abu Dhabi’s largest cinema screen at 23.2 metres wide. The experience also comes with 4K laser projection and a 12-channel sound system, so movie scenes can feel a whole lot more immersive.

The THEATRE: There’s also the upgraded THEATRE experience if you prefer a luxury night out, with leather reclining seats, pillows, blankets, personal lighting, wireless chargers, and in-cinema dining delivered right to your seat. The screens now also come with Dolby Atmos sound and 4K laser projection, plus there’s a private lounge area to hang out in before the film starts.

The Premier Screens: VOX’s standard cinema setup has also been upgraded with the new Premier screens, where you can pick between leather gliders or fully reclining seats. Every screen also features laser projection technology and upgraded surround sound for a more premium movie experience without going full luxury.

KIDS Cinema: The colourful KIDS cinema is still part of the line-up too, designed especially for younger moviegoers to catch the latest animated releases in a more playful setting.

Check out more details and book your tickets here

London’s smash burger joint now in Abu Dhabi

Burger cravings? Pop over to Supernova Burger in Al Bateen for London’s favourite smash burgers, signature house sauce, and crispy fries. 

The spot is a standalone villa called The House, which has a minimalist, diner feel, and serves Cheeseburgers, fries, sundaes, and their popular ice teas and lemonades.

Where: Supernova Burger, Al Bateen

When: Open from 22 May 2026

Visit them and check their menu out here

Landmark therapeutic riding program at ADEC

A new therapeutic riding programme has just been introduced through Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club, Ma’an, and Mubadala Foundation. It brings horses into a very unique kind of role, supporting People of Determination, senior citizens, and vulnerable children through guided equine therapy sessions, helping them feel more at ease, confident, and supported in a calm, open environment.

Check more info here