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OCTOBER

ABU DHABI CLASSICS Oct 18-Nov 25, 2021 A remarkable annual season that creates cultural harmony by presenting a rich and diverse selection of musical performances through the works of the world's greatest composers and musicians.

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OCTOBER

ABU DHABI CULINARY SEASON Oct 18-Dec 9, 2021

The emirate's annual food festival shines a light on the destination as a global dining hotspot, which is home to a geographically diverse and culturally unique culinary landscape. The season features a varied and innovative programme led by local and international chefs.

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OCTOBER

MAS MASH Oct 20-23, 2021 MAS MASH brings together animators, performers, studios and illustrators to showcase and celebrate Arab animation. The event includes unique talks, award-winning animation screenings, workshops, merchandise, exhibitions, retail and performances.

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OCTOBER

UFC 267: BLACHOWICZ vs. TEIXEIRA

Oct 21-28, 2021

Let the show begin! Be sure to bring bags of energy as Abu Dhabi Showdown Week promises to be a knockout. Filled with a lineup of events and activations to get your adrenaline surging, don't forget to join us ringside when the week concludes with the UFC light-heavyweight championship bout.

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OCTOBER

UAE WARRIORS Oct 28-29, 2021 Warriors, come out and play! Join us for a thrilling spectacle of strength and skill as fighters showcase their combat abilities. UAE Warriors pulls no punches with its action-packed match ups and top-tier productions.

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OCTOBER

SOUNDS OF THE UAE Oct 22-Dec 21, 2021 It's time to experience a different side of Emirati culture and immerse yourself in the UAE, which allows audiences to hear the musical traditions and heritage of the UAE through high-level performances by Emirati musicians.

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OCTOBER

ABU DHABI BUSINESS EVENTS WEEK Oct 25-27, 2021

Let’s talk business. Abu Dhabi Business Events Week (ADBEW 2021) is set to be a premier platform for the MICE industry in Abu Dhabi and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

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OCTOBER

JEWELLERY & WATCH SHOW Oct 26-30, 2021

The Jewellery & Watch Show Abu Dhabi is an event that has been providing a treasure trove of jewels to enthusiasts across the GCC for the best part of three decades, presenting unique products designed to dazzle and delight. Be one of the first to see the stunning new collections on display!

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OCTOBER

NAJAH ABU DHABI Oct 27-29, 2021 The UAE’s leading higher education event, attracting over 16,000 high school students (aged 16 to 18) from across the region as they seek postgraduate opportunities.

Aspiring students can gain invaluable insight from more than 150 local and international universities.

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OCTOBER

TRADITIONAL HANDICRAFTS FESTIVAL

Oct 28-Nov 13, 2021

The Traditional Handicrafts Festival aims to maintain and celebrate traditional Emirati craftsmanship. The festival is part of the strategy adopted to preserve some of the vital components of Emirati cultural heritage, especially that associated with traditional crafts and industries.

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OCTOBER

AL DHAFRA FESTIVAL Oct 28, 2021 - Jan 28, 2022 Al Dhafra Festival is an annual event that aims to celebrate and preserve the heritage of the UAE and aspires to be the place for those with an interest of Bedouin life and culture.

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OCTOBER

ABU DHABI MASTERS WORLD 3X3 BASKETBALL Oct 29-30, 2021

If you love basketball, then why not give the FIBA 3x3 Basketball event a shot?

Inspired by the several forms of streetball. it is a fast-paced, spectacular and exciting game. The non-stop energetic music brings an authentic raw urban cultural atmosphere, creating a vibe unlike anything else in the calendar.

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OCTOBER

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS Oct 31, 2021 The American exhibition basketball team and worldwide icons are returning to the UAE with their Amazing Feats of Basketball Tour. Combining athleticism, theatre, and comedy in their style of play.

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NOVEMBER

SOUNDS OF THE UAE Oct 22-Dec 21, 2021 Time to experience a different side of Emirati culture and immerse yourself in the Sounds of the UAE, which allows audiences to hear the musical traditions and heritage of the UAE through high-level performances by Emirati musicians.

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NOVEMBER

WORLD JIU JITSU CHAMPIONSHIP 2021 Nov 3-11, 2021

Don’t miss the action as the Abu Dhabi World Masters Jiu Jitsu Championship kicks off. Bringing in some of the most masterful martial artists from around the world, this epic event is not for the faint of heart. Are you ready for a slice of the action?

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NOVEMBER

BAIT AL OUD SERIES Nov 5-Dec 10, 2021 Enjoy the sound of history with a modern twist at the Bait Al Oud Concerts. These events not only serve to promote classical Arabic music, but also promote the highprofile international music academy, nurturing a new generation of professional musicians in the UAE. Click the logo for more information.

NOVEMBER

ITU WORLD TRIATHLON CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES Nov 5-6, 2021

Sports fans, make sure you race yourself down to the ITU World Triathlon Series in Abu Dhabi. Witness an impressive line-up of Olympic heroes as 110 of the world’s best elite triathletes come to the capital to compete in the World Triathlon Championship.

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NOVEMBER

WOMEN IN ENGINEERING FORUM Nov 9-10, 2021

This inspirational forum aims to be a platform that brings together influential women in engineering to share their experience, knowledge and skills as they discuss challenges facing female engineers in general, with particular reference to the region, and provides ways to support the advancement of the profession.

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NOVEMBER

ENFUSION #104 Nov 12, 2021 Enfusion Abu Dhabi will give fans an evening of world-class bouts featuring the best fighters from around the globe.

With a mixture of Muay Thai and kickboxing rules, fans can enjoy the entertainment in the ring and also a very welcoming atmosphere and social event.

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NOVEMBER

ABU DHABI INTERNATIONAL PETROLEUM EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE Nov 15-18, 2021

Fuelling the future of energy, ADIPEC is the world’s most influential meeting place for oil, gas and energy companies and professionals. ADIPEC is the place to come and learn about new innovative technologies that are accelerating change for the industry.

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NOVEMBER

ABU DHABI ART Nov 17-21, 2021 The annual art fair each November is the culmination of the year-round visual arts programme. The fair brings together a number of local and international galleries offering artworks for sale which are shown alongside exhibitions, artist commissions and installations both at the fair and across the emirate.

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NOVEMBER

SHEIKH ZAYED FESTIVAL Nov 18, 2021-Apr 1, 2022 It’s time to indulge in and celebrate everything Emirati in the Sheikh Zayed Festival. Visitors will experience Emirati culture through a host of activities including arts, crafts, food and performances. There will also be workshops, falconry displays, camel races, fireworks and so much more.

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NOVEMBER

ARIJIT SINGH CONCERT Nov 19, 2021 Make sure you end November on a high note as the singing sensation and perhaps the most versatile Indian singer of the modern era era, Arijit Singh, returns to Abu Dhabi. Singh has had hundreds of hit songs in Bollywood movies.

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NOVEMBER

ABU DHABI T10 LEAGUE 2021 Nov 19-Dec 12, 2021

You do not want to miss the fourth installment of the Abu Dhabi T10 League as some of the biggest hitters in cricket descend upon Abu Dhabi.

Come and watch as teams of professionals compete in a tournament designed to break boundaries.

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NOVEMBER

FINTECH ABU DHABI Nov 22-24, 2021 Come and learn how smart money gets smarter at this year’s Fintech Abu Dhabi which will be hosted in an exciting new hybrid format. Offering a combination various sessions, attendees from across the globe will benefit from content and events that will herald a return to in-person conversations and business building opportunities.

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NOVEMBER

GLOBAL FORUM FOR INNOVATIONS IN AGRICULTURE Nov 23-24, 2021

As part of Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Security Week, the GFIA explores the idea of sustainable food production, with each conference and exhibition continuously pushing the limits of innovation. Visit this award-winning global forum to discover the initiatives and innovations advancing humanity.

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NOVEMBER

VIV MEA 2021 Nov 23-25, 2021 An extremely insightful event, with an enriched conference programme that offers more products and trade opportunities to the MENA region professionals. The event will have over 400 exhibiting companies from more than 40 countries, and 8,000 expected visitors.

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NOVEMBER

AL HOSN FESTIVAL Nov 25-Dec 4, 2021 An annual cultural experience that reflects and reimagines Abu Dhabi’s heritage. Every edition of this event brings together unique and extraordinary historic traditions, contemporary culture and newly emerging artistic perspectives across the cultural landscape of the Al Hosn site.

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NOVEMBER

MICHAEL MCINTYRE Nov 26, 2021 It’s not a joke, the UK’s leading star comedian will be performing in Abu Dhabi for the very first time, headlining the Etihad Arena with a Greatest Hits show! As one of the world’s most-famous comedians, McIntyre's most recent ‘Big World Tour’ sold-out 250 shows with almost one million ticket sales across 20 countries.

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NOVEMBER

ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON Nov 26, 2021 Atheletes and families are in for an exciting time to enjoy running alongside marathon elites in the heart of Abu Dhabi, while taking in iconic landmarks, stunning scenery and cheering crowds as you stride in style to the finish line.

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NOVEMBER

ABU DHABI WINTER SHOPPING FESTIVAL Nov 28, 2021-Feb 19, 2022

Experience astonishing retail destinations in the heart of the UAE! Explore Abu Dhabi’s buzzing lifestyle and shopping destinations to receive an immersive retail experience, featuring the most diverse collections of international and home-grown brands.

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DECEMBER

SHEIKH ZAYED FESTIVAL Nov 18, 2021-Apr 1, 2022

It’s time to indulge in and celebrate everything Emirati in the Sheikh Zayed Heritage Festival. Visitors will experience Emirati culture through a host of activities including arts, crafts, food and performances. There will also be workshops, falconry displays, camel races, fireworks and so much more.

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DECEMBER

SPARTAN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP 2020 Dec 3-4, 2021

The challenging Spartan Beast is a half marathon, 30 obstacle race engineered to push you out of your comfort zone and right up to your limits. Competitors race through rugged, unpredictable terrain around the world as they tackle each of the signature obstacles.

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DECEMBER

VIDCON ABU DHABI Dec 3-6, 2021 VidCon is where the world’s leading digital creators, platform innovators, and their fans converge in one place.

It’s the magic of digital media in real life! VidCon Abu Dhabi is the place to experience all of that online magic and wonder in real life. Creators, fans, brands — all of us together in one place!

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DECEMBER

ASIA-PACIFIC CONFERENCE ON COMBUSTION (ASPACC -2021) Dec 4-9, 2021 This MICE event acts as a scientific playground in which ideas and experiences will be shared on the applications of combustion towards sustainable energy and the environment. It plays a vital role in clean and efficient utilisation of conventional and future fuels, and will attract many prominent researchers in the academia, national labs, and industry from all over the world.

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DECEMBER

SIAL MIDDLE EAST Dec 8-9, 2021 One of the largest exhibitions defining innovation in the food, beverage and hospitality industry, which aims to facilitate a huge number of trade deals over the three-day event. Last time, the event attracted 23,000 industry experts and unique visitors with a growth rate of 13% from, from more than 50 countries.

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DECEMBER

CARACALLA DANCE Dec 3-5, 2021 A dance theatre with a unique identity merging Eastern heritage and tradition and Western technique. The remarkable Middle East theatrical show adopts a body language based upon the Martha Graham dance disciplines integrated with distinctive Eastern traditions, creating the unique Caracalla Dance Style.

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DECEMBER

FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX Dec 9-12, 2021

A dramatic season finale will conclude the fierce battles between legendary F1 drivers and teams competing for the coveted 2021 FIA Formula 1 World Championship title here in Abu Dhabi.

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DECEMBER

WORLD CONGRESS OF WORLD ASSOCIATION FOR PSYCHOSOCIAL REHABILITATION (WAPR)

Dec 9-11, 2021 Including the 7th Abu Dhabi International Mental Health Conference, this hybrid event will provide a pivotal opportunity for mental health experts, scientists, advocates, service providers, service users and caregivers to get together to identify and discuss significant mental health issues.

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DECEMBER

FUTRWORLD MIDDLE EAST Dec 9-11, 2021 This new multifaceted event spread over three days is centered around entertainment, innovation and lifestyle in three sub-events: Futr Summit, Futr Live and Futr Festival. Across three different spaces visitors will be able to curate their own bespoke individual experiences through music and culture, and engaging in thoughtprovoking conversation with inspirational thought leaders.

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DECEMBER

UMSIYAT Dec 11-15, 2021 Umsiyat effortlessly blends several different music and poetry performances to form new and innovative expressions of these arts. Its universal appeal draws in art forms and performers from different parts of the globe, and ultimately delivers a powerful message of tolerance.

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DECEMBER

YASALAM AFTER-RACE CONCERTS Dec 9-12, 2021 A remarkable lineup of A-list concerts at the iconic Yas Island over three nights. The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix After-Race Concerts will offer a tantalising atmosphere as day turns to night and the lights shine down on some of the greatest names in motorsport.

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DECEMBER

MOTHER OF THE NATION FESTIVAL Dec 9-18, 2021 A fun-filled festival hosting a variety of entertaining and interactive events designed to excite families and children. The festival will host international exclusive entertainment events and activations as well as unique culinary and retail experiences, as well as first-in-the-region pop-ups.

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DECEMBER

WORLD OF NICKELODEON Dec 9-18, 2021 A fantastical world of entertainment filled with favourite characters, fun activities, live shows, music performances, and entertainment zones. In true World of Nickelodeon style, you can enjoy play areas, skills circuits, arcades, a slime zone and other experiences.

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DECEMBER

FINA WORLD SWIMMING CHAMPIONSHIP Dec 15-21, 2021

This international championship will see the world’s best swimmers compete in breathtaking competitions. The event aims to serve as an inspiration inspiration for the development of swimming and aquatic sports in the region.

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DECEMBER

MUBADALA WORLD TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIP Dec 16-18, 2021 The annual tennis championship, which features some of the world’s leading tennis stars, has consistently brought world-class sporting action to the UAE. This is certainly not an event to be missed!

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DECEMBER

BERKLEE ABU DHABI END-OF-YEAR CONCERT

Dec 16-17, 2021

Berklee Abu Dhabi offers will host worldclass live performances from students, alumni and global artists to celebrate the end of year with remarkable tunes and vibes.

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DECEMBER

UAE WARRIORS Dec 2021 Warriors, come out and play! Join us for a thrilling spectacle of strength and skill as fighters showcase their combat abilities. UAE Warriors pulls no punches with its action-packed match ups and top-tier productions.

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DECEMBER

LIWA FESTIVAL Dec 28, 2021-Jan 15, 2022 A desert adventure not to be missed!

Home to the thrilling race to the top of one of the world’s highest sand hills – the Moreeb Dune. Over 16 days, the festival attracts the region’s most powerful four-wheel drive vehicles and bikes to face exciting challenges including car races, bike races, motocross challenges, sand stunts and freestyle drifting.

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SPORTS

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19 NOV

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9-18 DEC

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BUSINESS

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LIFESTYLE

28 NOV-19 FEB

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21-28 OCT

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9-12 DEC

9-12 DEC

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20-23 OCT MAS MASH

9-11 DEC FUTRWORLD MIDDLE EAST

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DISTRICTS AL BATEEN

26 NOV

9 DEC

9-18 DEC

ADNOC ABU DHABI MARATHON

WORLD OF NICKELODEON

MOTHER OF THE NATION FESTIVAL

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DISTRICTS ADNEC

25 OCT 27 OCT

22 NOV

26 OCT 30 OCT

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27 OCT 29 OCT

23 NOV

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4-9 DEC

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DISTRICTS AL DHAFRA

28 OCT-28 JAN

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28 - 15 JAN