WOW-ABUDHABI

The Return of Asia’s Biggest Cricket Party

Gear up, cricket fam — the DP World Asia Cup 2025 is about to bowl you over in the UAE! From September 9 to 23, Zayed Cricket Stadium in Abu Dhabi will transform into the ultimate arena of passion, drama, and six-hitting madness. Eight powerhouse teams, legendary rivalries, and a whole lot of nail-biting finishes are on the cards.

Key Dates & Fixtures

📅 Dates: Tue 09 Sep – Tue 23 Sep
🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 11:59 PM
📍 Location: Zayed Cricket Stadium, Abu Dhabi
💸 Tickets: AED 40 – 100

Rivalries, Upsets & Fireworks

From the iconic India vs Pakistan clash to Afghanistan’s explosive batting against Sri Lanka’s cool-headed discipline, every game is loaded with storylines. Bangladesh will be out to play giant-killers again, while UAE, Oman, and Hong Kong are ready to surprise the heavyweights.

Stadium Energy You’ll Love

Flags waving, fans chanting, cameras flashing, and the kind of electric energy that makes your heart race faster than a super over — that’s the Asia Cup vibe. Whether you’re in it for the cricket, the atmosphere, or just a legendary night out, you’ll find it here.

Full Match Schedule:

Tue 09 Sep, 18:30 – Afghanistan 🆚 Hong Kong
Thu 11 Sep, 18:30 – Bangladesh 🆚 Hong Kong
Sat 13 Sep, 18:30 – Bangladesh 🆚 Sri Lanka
Mon 15 Sep, 16:00 – UAE 🆚 Oman
Tue 16 Sep, 18:30 – Bangladesh 🆚 Afghanistan
Thu 18 Sep, 18:30 – Sri Lanka 🆚 Afghanistan
Fri 19 Sep, 18:30 – India 🆚 Oman
Tue 23 Sep, 18:30 – A2 🆚 B1 (Qualifier Stage)

👉 So, rally your squad, paint your face, and get ready for cricket nights that will live rent-free in your memory. This isn’t just a tournament — it’s Asia’s cricketing heartbeat pounding right here in the UAE.

Get ready to dive into the future of Arabic storytelling, media, and culture! The Fourth Edition of the Congress of Arabic & Creative Industries is back, shining a spotlight on the transformative forces reshaping the creative Arab world.

From digital disruption and AI-driven content to the evolving use of language and audience engagement, this two-day event will bring together visionaries, creators, and change-makers to spark ideas, collaborations, and a thriving creative ecosystem.

📍 Location: Manarat Al Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi
📅 Dates: 14 – 15 September 2025
🕘 Time: 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM
📧 Contact: congress@alc.ae

Whether you’re a content creator, media enthusiast, or cultural innovator — this congress is where the future of Arabic creativity takes center stage.

Get ready to join the world’s leading experts in urology and continence care in the heart of vibrant Abu Dhabi! This special joint annual meeting is the ultimate hub for healthcare professionals treating incontinence patients, offering the latest research, professional development, and unmatched networking opportunities.

💡 What to expect?

• Workshops & state-of-the-art sessions led by top global specialists
• Best practice sharing with like-minded professionals
• Opportunities to exchange ideas and explore innovative patient care solutions

📅 Date: 17 – 20 September 2025
🕙 Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
📍 Venue: ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi
💰 Price: From AED 250

🎟️ Don’t miss your chance to learn, connect, and lead the future of urological care!

📸✨ Experience the transformative power of art with “Find Your Eyes” at The Red Theater, The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi! Join award-winning photographer and hip-hop theater pioneer Benji Reid on a journey through vulnerability, tragedy, and triumph, captured live through striking imagery and dynamic choreography.

📅 Dates: Fri 19 Sep – Sat 20 Sep
🕖 Time: 7pm
💰 Price: 52.50 AED
📍 Location: The Red Theater, The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi

In this unique show, Benji Reid blends Afro-futurist aesthetics with personal narratives, weaving together stories from his life to create a deeply moving experience. Witness as dancers and photography merge in real-time, turning the stage into a canvas where conflict meets beauty and vulnerability becomes art.

Don’t miss out on this emotional rollercoaster where every image tells a story and every moment resonates with honesty and wonder. Critics rave about “Find Your Eyes,” calling it a powerful exploration of life and art.

Experience the magic of storytelling through photography and choreography. Book your tickets now and discover the beauty in vulnerability.

Calling all warriors – it’s time to lace up, level up, and leap into action! The Spartan City Race is heading to Etihad Arena, Yas Bay Waterfront, on Saturday, 20 September 2025, and trust us, this isn’t your average fun run. Think fast-paced, high-energy chaos packed into 3 adrenaline-pumping kilometers with 15 iconic Spartan obstacles. Yes, there will be sweat. And probably mud. But most importantly? There will be glory.

🏟️ The Venue

Set largely within the climate-controlled comfort of the stunning Etihad Arena (with a few cheeky outdoor segments for good measure), this Spartan City format is tailor-made for speed, intensity, and accessibility. Whether you’re a first-timer dipping your toe into the world of obstacle racing, a seasoned Spartan chasing another medal, or part of a team looking for the ultimate corporate challenge—this one’s got your name on it.

👧 For the Mini Spartans

And we didn’t forget about the kiddos! The Spartan Kids Race will be taking over too, with age-appropriate obstacles and plenty of muddy fun:

• 1km race for ages 4–6
• 1.5km race for ages 6–9
• 3km race for ages 9–14

📅 Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, 20 September 2025
• Time: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Bay Waterfront, Abu Dhabi
• Price: AED 110 – AED 225

🎟️ Don’t Wait – Spots Are Limited!

Tickets are now available, and they’re moving fast—just like the racers will be. So round up your friends, rally your co-workers, or register the whole family. This is your shot at Spartan glory (with a side of sore muscles and serious bragging rights).

Ready to peek into the future of education? The GCC Exhibition for Training & Education is where big ideas, fresh opportunities, and life-changing choices collide under one roof. Think of it as the “Comic-Con” of education—minus the capes, plus a whole lot of career-boosting superpowers.

From scholarships and study abroad programs to vocational training and specialized skill tracks, this 3-day event has it all. With over 80 international and regional institutions from 18+ countries showing up, you’ll walk away with more options than a Netflix menu on a Friday night.

Event Details

Date- 22 – 24 September 2025
Time- 08:30 AM – 03:00 PM
Location- Abu Dhabi Energy Center, Etihad Arena
Contact- +971 2 58 28 499

Why You Shouldn’t Miss It

Career counseling & guidance – Because “figuring it out later” is not always a strategy.
Direct chats with university reps – Skip the emails, get answers face-to-face.
Admission & scholarship opportunities – AKA the golden tickets.
Specialised training & skills development – For when you want to upgrade yourself faster than your phone does.

Who’s It For?

Grade 10–12 students dreaming big
University graduates chasing that next step
Career seekers ready to level up

With 8,000 visitors every year, the exhibition is more than an event—it’s a launchpad for your future.
So mark your calendar, set a reminder, and maybe even polish that elevator pitch—you never know where the right conversation might take you.

Join us in Abu Dhabi for PaintCENTRAL 2025, the premier exhibition for the paints and coatings industry in the MENA region!

📅 Date: September 24-25, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre

📞 Contact: 12345678

Be part of this groundbreaking event that brings together industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to showcase the latest advancements, explore collaboration opportunities, and drive the sector toward a sustainable future.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect, learn, and innovate! ✨

Abu Dhabi, brace yourself – Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live is crashing back into town with a blazing new twist! After last year’s sold-out Glow Party, this year’s edition is turning up the heat with the Glow-N-Fire theme at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, on Saturday, September 27, 2025.

💥 Monster Stunts. Fire Shows. Truck-Smashing Action.
Watch fan-favorites like Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, Bone Shaker, and the iconic Bigfoot light up the arena alongside Skelesaurus, the dino-monster truck making a fiery debut. Add in Articgon – the fire-breathing, car-eating robot – and you’ve got yourself a combustion-fueled thrill fest.

🎉 Don’t miss the Power Smashers Pre-Show!
2.5 hours before showtime, head to the arena floor to snap pics with the trucks, meet the drivers, and grab exclusive merch. Your pre-show ticket includes a souvenir lanyard, autograph card, and more.

🎫 Want VIP? Live the Hot Wheels life!
Snag a VIP Backstage Experience for early pre-show access, bonus goodies, and a peek behind the monster-truck curtain. It’s the ultimate fan upgrade!

📍 Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
🗓 Date: Saturday, September 27, 2025
💰 Tickets from AED 145

For 11 am show

• 8:30 AM-10AM: Power Smashers
• 9:45AM-10:15AM: VIP
• 10AM: Public doors
• 11AM-1PM: Show

For 6 pm show

• 3:30PM-5PM: Power Smashers
• 4:45PM-5:15PM: VIP
• 5PM: Public doors
• 6PM: Show

Get ready for a show that’s LOUDER, BRIGHTER, and HOTTER than ever.
🔥 This is not just a show – it’s a monster-powered, glow-in-the-dark inferno.

Picture this: Abu Dhabi’s skyline glowing, the air buzzing with anticipation, and Space 42 ready to transform into a stage for pure magic. On 27 September 2025, the “King of Romance” himself, Wael Kfoury, is stepping in with that timeless voice that’s basically the soundtrack of every Arab love story since the nineties.

🎤 Event Details: Wael Kfoury Live in Abu Dhabi

Ticket Price: Starting from 395 AED
Event Name: King of Romance – Wael Kfoury Live
Date: Saturday, 27 September 2025
Time: Doors Open: 7:00 PM/ Show Starts: 9:00 PM
Location: Space 42 Arena, Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi

For over 25 years, Wael has been making hearts race, eyes tear up, and Spotify playlists look way too dramatic. With classics like “Law Hobna Ghalta”, “Khodnie Leek”, “Tabki Al-Tuyur”, and “Hekm El Alb”, he’s not just singing—he’s narrating your love life (yep, even the messy parts). This isn’t just a concert; it’s a full-on romance revival night where passion and melody join hands and promise to sweep you off your feet.

✨ Why you can’t miss this night:

Wael Kfoury, one of the Arab world’s most beloved voices, will take the stage live and larger than life, filling Space 42 with his timeless presence. The venue itself feels as epic as the music, setting the stage for an evening of pure magic. With stirring ballads and soulful melodies, this is your chance to create unforgettable memories that will linger long after the final note.

📍 Getting There:

By car: Cruise down Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Street, take exit 29 toward Khalifa City, follow the ramp to Al Raha Beach East, and you’re almost there. GPS = your bestie.
By bus: Hop on bus 170 or 175 to Al Rahah St / Transco Power Substation, then a 3–4 minute walk to Space 42. Easy!
By taxi: Abu Dhabi’s MVP move. Just say “Space 42,” and you’re golden.

So, grab your crew (or your date 👀), dress to impress, and prepare for a night of romance, passion, and unforgettable melodies. Wael Kfoury is ready. The only question is—are you?

👉 Secure your tickets now and let the countdown to a legendary evening begin!

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of culture, color, and breathtaking acrobatics as the Dezhou Acrobatic Troupe from Shandong Province brings their world-renowned spectacle to the UAE!

🌟 “Time Together Across the Strait” features 25 masterful performers in a 90-minute journey through 12 mesmerizing acts—from gravity-defying stunts to elegant artistry.

🎪 Must-See Acts Include:

• 🐦 “Hundreds of Birds Paying Homage to the Phoenix” – grace in motion
• 🎭 Face-Changing – the dramatic magic of Sichuan Opera
• 🍴 Flying Fork – jaw-dropping aerial feats
• ☂️ Umbrella Pedaling and 🎩 Straw Hat Balancing
• 🐉 Hoop Jumping – acrobats leaping through hoops stacked 2.15m high!

📍 Venue: Cultural Foundation, Abu Dhabi
📅 Date: Saturday, 27 September
🕢 Time: 7:30 PM – 9:20 PM
🎟️ Tickets: AED 150–250

🎫 Seats are limited—book now for a night that will leave you speechless!
Tag your culture-loving friends and don’t miss this dazzling tribute to Chinese heritage!