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Abu Dhabi Events

Abu Dhabi 2012 events

March
01
Abu Dhabi Shopping Festival

Shopping seems to be the national pass time in the UAE, and as such shopping festivals are big business. The Abu Dhabi Shopping Festival, held...

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March
01
Al Ain Music Festival

Classical music festival attracting big international musicians.

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March
01
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair

Book fair and conference for the international publishing industry.

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April
01
Abu Dhabi Salsa and Jazz Festival

Latin and jazz festival at the Beach Rotana Hotel & Towers Abu Dhabi.

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April
01
UAE Desert Challenge

This annual cross-country rally race begins in Abu Dhabi and finishes in Dubai and is one of the premier international off-road races in the world...

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August
06
Accession Day

Commemorates the accession of the ruler of Abu Dhabi and features lively celebrations, feasting and fireworks.

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August
14
Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival

Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival, held every year in August, is a popular chess festival that attracts some of the world's top players. The...

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August
30
Eid al Fitr

Feast held at the end of Ramadan to celebrate the ending of fasting.

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November
06
Eid al Adha

The festival follows the annual Islamic pilgrimage and commemorates the trials of the Prophet Abraham. Please note that most venues do not serve...

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December
02
National Day Festival

Commemorates the foundation of the United Arab Emirates and features international sporting events, trade shows, exhibitions and cultural displays...

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