Things to do in Abu Dhabi: The ADR Week, 4 May - 10 May
- Shweta Srikanth
- 1 hour ago
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It's a jam-packed week ahead in the capital and we've to put together a list of things you can everyday. From a sustainable coffee morning and a trek through the Liwa Desert , to seafood buffets and nights out, there is something for every taste if you are looking for things to do in Abu Dhabi.
Monday 4 May
Start the week with a seafood buffet
At Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi, Fish Tales is a weekly Monday dining experience built around fresh seafood. Get your chops around freshly prepared sushi, a grilled catch of the day, and a selection of live stations.
If you’re a Shangri-La Circle member, take advantage of the 25% savings on food and beverages, making it an even better reason to go out on a Monday evening,
Where: Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi
When: Every Monday
Time: 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Price: AED 298 (food only)
Call: +971 2 509 8555
Tuesday 5 May
Discounted drinks at this Yas Plaza Hotel
Head to Stills for their daily happy hour, running from 3pm to 5pm. You get 50% off selected drinks, along with a chance to try their beverages while catching a live match in a relaxed, pub-style setting.
It’s an easy after-work plan, whether you’re meeting friends or just easing into the evening, but keep in mind the offer runs within that two-hour window.
Package: Discounted drinks menu
Date & Time: Daily, 3 pm to 5 pm
Location: Stills, Yas Island
Phone: +97126563066
Valid until: Ongoing
Book your spot: https://widget.servmeco.com/event/1729?oid=1201
Wednesday 6 May
Catch up with Abu Dhabi’s sustainable community
Every month, The Climate Tribe hosts a relaxed meet-up over coffee, to discuss everything from environmental activations, to sustainable practices in the capital. You can drop in, have some meaningful conversations, and also work from their co-sharing space, which has all been built using sustainable material.
Where: The Climate Tribe Hub, Miza, Abu Dhabi
When: Wednesday, 6 May, 2026
Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Price: Free (registration required)
Thursday May 7
Learn a traditional-inspired craft using copper sheets and embossing tools
If you prefer more creative nights, head over to the Cultural Foundation, where you'll learn how to shape copper sheets into embossed patterns inspired by Islamic geometric and floral art. You’ll even be able to take your finished art piece home. You’ll be shaping copper sheets into embossed patterns inspired by Islamic geometric and floral art, learning how to build texture and depth while creating your own finished piece.
Where: Bait Al Khatt, second floor, Cultural Foundation
When: Thursday, 7 May 2026, 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Price: AED 100
Age limit: 12+
Book your spot here: https://culturalfoundation.ae/en/event/copper-decoration
Friday 8 May
Your Friday sorted at Yas Marina from lunch through to sunset
Fridays at Star ‘N’ Bars, Yas Marina run from laid back daytime drinks to a full time evening lineup, with a mix of happy hour deals and packages, including:
Happy Hour 12pm to 8pmDrinks from AED 23
Party Brunch 1pm to 3pmMeal of your choice plus 2 hours of unlimited drinks for AED 99
Drunch 3pm to 7pmMeal of your choice plus 4 hours of unlimited drinks for AED 149
Time: 12 pm onwards
Location: Yas Marina, Yas Island
Call:+971 600 511115
Email: contact@yasconcierge.com
Valid until: Ongoing Fridays
Saturday 9 May
Experience the Liwa Desert for one last time before the Summer
On Saturday 9 May, UAE Trekkers will take you into the Empty Quarter for a two-day retreat in the Liwa dunes.
You’ll begin with breath work in the open dunes at golden hour, followed by a sunrise ice plunge which is supposed to reset the body, plus a gentle yoga session Later, you’ll experience a guided sunset walk through the dunes before settling into an overnight stay under the stars, with meals and hydration taken care of throughout.
Date & Time: Saturday, 9 May, 2026 - 4:00 pm - Sunday, 10 May, 2026 - 4:00 pm
Location: Hameem, Liwa, Abu Dhabi
Cost: AED 600 (adults), AED 400 (kids)
Group size: Small group, maximum 12 participants
Transport: Available from Dubai
For more details and to book your spot: https://www.uaetrekkers.com/upcoming-events/liwaretreatmay
Sunday May 10
Create your own art piece at Abu Dhabi’s iconic museum
Book an Easel at Louvre Abu Dhabi is a weekly guided painting session set under the dome, designed to ease you into the process and give you space to create.
Expect to begin with a relaxed walkthrough of the galleries alongside a Museum Educator, offering a closer look at the collection and a bit of inspiration to take with you. You’ll then move into a 30-minute guided activity before settling in at your own easel in the Art Studio. From there, it’s simply your time to paint at your own pace, whether you’re trying this for the first time or returning to it.
Everything is provided, from canvas to paints, so you can focus on the experience.
Not only that, you’ll also get 15% off selected items from Aptitudes Café, with your order delivered straight to the studio while you paint.
When: 05 April - 30 June 2026
Time: Every Sunday - 1.00 pm- 4.00 pm
Price: AED 150
Who can join: Youth 18+ and adults
Book your spot here: https://www.louvreabudhabi.ae/en/whats-on/book-an-easel-art-studio
