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September
Get ready for unforgettable summer evenings as Marsana Sundowners transforms Marsana East Beach into the city’s hottest weekend destination! Running from 3 July to 27 September 2026, this
Get ready for unforgettable summer evenings as Marsana Sundowners transforms Marsana East Beach into the city’s hottest weekend destination! Running from 3 July to 27 September 2026, this spectacular beachside event promises three months of music, entertainment, and stunning sunset views. 🌴☀️
As the sun dips below the horizon, Marsana East Beach comes alive with an incredible atmosphere where visitors can unwind, dance, and celebrate summer by the sea. 🎧🌅 Every Friday and Saturday, live DJs set the perfect soundtrack for the evening, while Saturday nights feature roaming performers who add excitement and surprise to the vibrant beachfront. Guests can also look forward to signature themed evenings and a premium beachside lounge bar experience, making every weekend feel like a special occasion. 🍹🎉
Whether enjoying a relaxing evening with family, catching up with friends, or planning a memorable weekend outing, Marsana Sundowners offers something for everyone. With delicious food, refreshing drinks, lively entertainment, and breathtaking coastal views, it’s the perfect place to make lasting summer memories. 🌊💃
The gates open at 7:00 PM, and the energy continues until midnight, creating the ideal setting to enjoy Abu Dhabi’s coolest summer nights under the stars. ✨🌙
📅 Dates: 3 July – 27 September 2026 (Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday)
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 12:00 Midnight
📍 Location: Marsana East Beach, Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi
🎟️ Price: AED 110 per person (12+ years) | AED 60 per child (Below 12 years) (VAT Inclusive)
Booking: Beach entry available at the Marsana East Beach ticket booth
🌴🎵 Gather family and friends, soak in the sunset, and experience the magic of Marsana Sundowners—where every weekend becomes a celebration of music, beach vibes, and unforgettable summer moments!
Marsana Beach
Unnamed Road - Al Hidayriyyat - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is set to welcome an extraordinary celebration of Chinese cultural heritage as the Mid-Autumn Festival – A Moonment to Remember brings the legendary artistry of Peking
Abu Dhabi is set to welcome an extraordinary celebration of Chinese cultural heritage as the Mid-Autumn Festival – A Moonment to Remember brings the legendary artistry of Peking Opera to the UAE. 🏮✨
Audiences at the Cultural Foundation will have the opportunity to experience a captivating performance by the China National Peking Opera Company, one of China’s most prestigious national performing arts institutions, with a remarkable history spanning more than 80 years. 🎭🇨🇳
Renowned for preserving, developing and sharing the rich traditions of Peking Opera, the company brings together masterful singing, expressive movements, elaborate costumes and powerful storytelling. Every element combines to create a theatrical experience that is both visually spectacular and deeply rooted in Chinese culture. 🎶👘
Through a distinctive blend of classic traditions and contemporary productions, the company continues to introduce audiences around the world to the beauty of Chinese performing arts while encouraging meaningful international cultural exchange and artistic dialogue. 🌏🤝
The 90-minute performance promises an unforgettable evening for culture enthusiasts, theatre lovers and anyone curious to discover one of China’s most celebrated art forms. With its combination of music, movement, drama and breathtaking visual artistry, the event offers a memorable way to celebrate the spirit of the Mid-Autumn Festival. 🌕❤️
📅 Date: Thursday, 17 September
🚪 Doors: 7:30 PM
⏰ Start: 8:00 PM
📍 Location: Cultural Foundation, Abu Dhabi
💰 Tickets: From AED 150
⏳ Duration: 90 minutes
📞 Contact: +971 2 657 6348
🌕 An evening where tradition meets artistry, and the timeless beauty of Peking Opera takes centre stage. 🎭✨
Cultural Foundation, Abu Dhabi
+971 2 657 6348
Abu Dhabi is set to make basketball history as it hosts the first-ever Euroleague Basketball SuperCup at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, on 18 and 19 September 2026. 🇦🇪🏆
Abu Dhabi is set to make basketball history as it hosts the first-ever Euroleague Basketball SuperCup at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, on 18 and 19 September 2026. 🇦🇪🏆
The exciting new competition will bring together four elite European clubs for a spectacular two-day basketball showcase. The lineup features reigning EuroLeague champion Olympiacos Piraeus, 2025 EuroLeague champion Fenerbahce Tarfin Istanbul, 2026 finalist Real Madrid, and Dubai Basketball, representing the UAE.
Following a thrilling Final Four format, the action will begin on Friday, 18 September, with games tipping off at 6pm and 9pm GST. Olympiacos Piraeus will face Fenerbahce Tarfin Istanbul in the opening game, followed by Dubai Basketball going head-to-head with Real Madrid. 🏀⚡
The competition reaches its climax on Saturday, 19 September, when the third-place game will be followed by the historic first-ever Euroleague Basketball SuperCup Final, where two teams will battle for the inaugural title. 🏆🔥
Basketball fans can secure their seats with full-event packages covering all four games across both days or choose single-day tickets, making it easy to experience the action their way.
Beyond the arena, the evening schedule gives visitors the perfect opportunity to explore Abu Dhabi’s world-class cultural attractions, restaurants and entertainment destinations throughout the weekend. 🌆✨
📅 Date: 18–19 September 2026
🕕 Time: 6pm & 9pm GST daily
🎟️ Tickets: AED 66
📍 Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
+971 600 511115
Abu Dhabi is set to make basketball history as it hosts the inaugural Euroleague Basketball SuperCup at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, on 18 and 19 September 2026. 🌟🏆
Abu Dhabi is set to make basketball history as it hosts the inaugural Euroleague Basketball SuperCup at Etihad Arena, Yas Island, on 18 and 19 September 2026. 🌟🏆
Presented by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Euroleague Basketball, the new competition will bring four elite clubs together for a thrilling two-day Final Four showcase. Fans can watch Olympiacos Piraeus, Fenerbahce Tarfin Istanbul, Real Madrid, and UAE representatives Dubai Basketball battle for the first-ever SuperCup title. 🇦🇪🏀
The action begins on Friday, 18 September, with Olympiacos Piraeus facing Fenerbahce Tarfin Istanbul at 6:00 PM GST, followed by Dubai Basketball taking on Real Madrid at 9:00 PM GST. Saturday, 19 September, features the third-place game at 6:00 PM GST, followed by the historic SuperCup Final at 9:00 PM GST. ⚡🏆
🎟️ Ticket Information:
Full Event Packages: On sale from 24 August at 12:00 PM GST, giving access to all four games. Prices range from AED 572–AED 1,434, depending on seating category.
Single-Day Tickets: Available from 31 August at 12:00 PM GST. Friday tickets range from AED 220–AED 552, while Saturday tickets range from AED 409–AED 1,025. 🎫
Two-day packages will remain available throughout the ticketing period, subject to availability, offering fans the best-value option. VIP hospitality packages are also available from 24 August, with additional availability from 31 August. ✨
📅 Date: 18–19 September 2026
⏰ Time: From 6:00 PM GST
📍 Location: Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Etihad Arena Abu Dhabi
+971 600 511115
Saturdays at Ilios are getting a fresh soundtrack as DJ Shef Codes takes over the decks on 19 September for an afternoon of genre-spanning beats, poolside energy and
Saturdays at Ilios are getting a fresh soundtrack as DJ Shef Codes takes over the decks on 19 September for an afternoon of genre-spanning beats, poolside energy and stunning views across Surf Abu Dhabi. 🌊☀️
From 2 PM onwards, guests can expect an eclectic mix of hip-hop, Afrobeat, R&B, house and Latin sounds. Known for seamless transitions and inventive mixing, Shef Codes brings together familiar favourites with unexpected influences, creating a set that keeps the energy moving from afternoon into evening. 🎶🔥
Set against the Aegean-inspired surroundings of award-winning Ilios on Hudayriyat Island, the session offers the perfect setting for a relaxed Saturday by the pool. As the sun begins to set, the music builds while the waves of Surf Abu Dhabi create a memorable backdrop. 🌅🏝️
Inspired by pioneering DJs and leading names from the hip-hop and R&B scene, Shef Codes has established a distinctive presence within the UAE nightlife landscape. His ability to move effortlessly between different genres has earned him a growing following across the region.
With sunbed and brunch packages available, the poolside session combines music, sunshine, food and laid-back island vibes for a standout Saturday in Abu Dhabi. 🍹🎵
📅 Date: Saturday, 19 September 2026
⏰ Time: From 2:00 PM
📍 Location: Ilios Restaurant, Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi
📞 Contact: +971 2 419 8508
Email: reservations@iliosbeachclubuae.com
Ilios Restaurant
C8GM+GJ Al Hudayriat - Al Hidayriyyat - Al Hidayriyyat Island - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
+971 2 419 8508
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The CinemaNA series invites audiences to discover Sudanese heritage, identity and resilience through Cotton Queen, a powerful film by Sudanese filmmaker Suzannah Mirghani. 🇸🇩🎥Set
The CinemaNA series invites audiences to discover Sudanese heritage, identity and resilience through Cotton Queen, a powerful film by Sudanese filmmaker Suzannah Mirghani. 🇸🇩🎥
Set in the heart of a Sudanese cotton-farming village, the film follows Nafisa, a teenage girl inspired by the stories of courage and resistance passed down by her grandmother, Al-Sit, the village matriarch. 🌿❤️
Nafisa’s world changes when a young businessman returns from abroad with ambitious plans to transform the village through a development project and genetically engineered cotton. What begins as a dispute over the future of the fields soon becomes a much deeper struggle over identity, tradition, belonging and who has the right to shape the future.
As Nafisa discovers her own voice and strength, she takes a courageous stand to protect the cotton fields that connect her community to its history while fighting for the future she believes in. 🌱✨
Directed and written by Suzannah Mirghani, Cotton Queen offers a moving exploration of cultural heritage and the human courage required to stand up for what matters. The screening promises an evening of meaningful Sudanese storytelling and cinema that stays with audiences long after the final scene. 🎞️💫
The cast includes Mihad Murtada, Rabha Mohamed Mahmoud, Talaat Fareed, Haram Bisheer, Mohamed Musa, Hassan Kassala and more.
📅 Date: Monday, 28 September
🚪 Doors: 7:00 PM
⏰ Start: 7:30 PM
📍 Location: The Red Theater, The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi
💰 Tickets: From AED 15.75
📞 Contact: +971 2 628 6868
🎬 An evening of Sudanese culture, powerful storytelling and a young woman finding the courage to shape her own future. 🇸🇩❤️
The Red Theater, New York University Abu Dhabi
+971 2 628 6868