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Calling all gamers, cosplayers, and fun-seekers—Yas Gaming Festival is back and bolder than ever at Yas Mall’s Town Square, and it’s FREE to attend!

🗓 Now until 10 August 2025
🕒 Daily from 10 AM – 10 PM
📍 Town Square, Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi
💸 Entry: Absolutely FREE!

🕹️ Highlights Include:
✨ Giant Nintendo Switch-inspired gaming zone (up to 40 players at once!)
🎮 PS5, Xbox & Nintendo Switch battles: FIFA, Tekken, Fortnite & more
👾 Retro arcade throwbacks & interactive zones
🏆 Daily live competitions and exciting prizes
🎭 Cosplay Contests on 2 & 9 August – dress to impress & win big!
💡 Powered by Darna Gaming Station – earn Darna Points on every Yas Mall spend

Whether you’re a die-hard gamer or just in it for the fun, Yas Gaming Festival 2025 is your ultimate summer indoor escape—fun, fierce, and full of surprises.

Step into the wild this summer as Madagascar’s beloved characters bring the jungle to life at Reem Mall! 🎭 From dance-packed stage shows to a fun-filled activity zone, it’s a family event you do not want to miss.

📅 Date: 8–21 August 2025
⏰ Time:
  🎟 Stage Shows: 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM, 7:30 PM
  🧩 Activity Zone: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Place: Main Atrium, Ground Floor, Reem Mall, Abu Dhabi
💵 Price:
  🎟 Stage Shows: FREE
  🧩 Activity Zone: Access with AED 250 in Reem Mall receipts

🐒 Expect non-stop excitement, photo ops with your favourite characters, and hands-on activities for the little ones. It’s a jungle adventure like no other!

📆 Only till 21 August — catch it before it swings away!

From 9 – 12 August 2025, the ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi will host the prestigious IDA Annual Conference, a global gathering for leaders in the financial and insurance industries. This renowned event recognizes outstanding achievements in sales, leadership, and service, bringing together top professionals from around the world.

Expect inspiring keynote speeches, insightful panel discussions, and interactive workshops covering the latest industry trends, strategies, and innovations. Beyond learning, the event offers unparalleled networking opportunities, fostering global connections and encouraging professional growth.

🗓 Dates: 09 – 12 August 2025
🕗 Time: 08:30 AM – 08:00 PM
📍 Location: ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi

✨ Join the celebration of excellence and take your professional journey to the next level!

Nu metal legends Limp Bizkit are storming into Abu Dhabi for a night of pure, unfiltered energy you won’t forget. From the anthemic “Nookie” to the mosh-pit mayhem of “Break Stuff” and the iconic “Rollin’,” this is your chance to experience the band that redefined a generation—LIVE at the Etihad Arena.

🔥 Expect:

• Explosive rap-metal fusion
• High-octane stage presence
• A crowd that’s ready to jump

📅 Date: Tuesday, 12 August
🕖 Time: Doors open at 7 PM
📍 Venue: Etihad Arena
🎟️ Tickets: AED 435 – AED 765

Whether you’re a day-one fan or new to the chaos, Limp Bizkit will leave you buzzing. Get your tickets now and prepare to go full throttle! 💥

Get ready for an epic 10-day adventure as TRANSFORMERS take over The Galleria from 15 – 24 August 2025! Step through the Space Bridge into the action-packed world of Cybertron, packed with live shows, interactive missions, and thrilling activities for the whole family.

💥 What’s Waiting for You:
🎭 Live Shows – Daily TRANSFORMERS-themed performances (FREE to watch!)
🤖 Meet & Greet – Pose with Optimus Prime, Bumblebee & Megatron
⚡ Activity Zone – Unlock interactive fun with a minimum spend of AED 250 at The Galleria
💻 Virtual Battles & Missions – Crack codes, mine Energon & prove your courage in the ultimate Cybertron challenge

📅 Dates: 15 – 24 August 2025
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Location: South Link Bridge, Level 2, The Galleria Abu Dhabi

🎟 Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime adventure with Hasbro & EventBox! Gather your squad and experience Cybertron like never before.

Get ready to turn your steps into smiles at Aloft Runs 2025, Abu Dhabi’s ultimate indoor charity run happening on 16 August 2025 at ADNEC Centre!

This family-friendly event is perfect for all ages and fitness levels – whether you’re sprinting, strolling, or just cheering from the sidelines. Expect a vibrant mix of fun and purpose, including:
✨ Multiple run categories
🎶 Live music & interactive activities
👧 Kids’ corner for little runners
💛 A community united for impact

Every step you take supports Al Jalila Foundation’s Child Fund, helping transform the lives of children in need of medical care.

📅 Date: 16 August 2025
🕖 Time: 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Location: ADNEC Centre, Abu Dhabi
💰 Price: AED 75 – 910

Run indoors. Run with heart. Run for a cause that truly matters!

K-Pop fans, your moment has arrived! From August 20 to 22, Dee Studio will transform into a full-blown K-Pop training academy – thanks to a powerhouse collab between the Korean Cultural Center and South Korea’s Dong-Ah Institute of Media and Arts (DIMA), the same school that’s helped train idols from SEVENTEEN, ZEROBASEONE, and Kwon Eunbi.

This FREE workshop isn’t just about copying dance moves – it’s the real deal. Expect hands-on sessions in dance, vocals, and even video production, led by actual professors and student artists from DIMA. You’ll be learning choreographies from K-Pop legends like BTS, BLACKPINK, NewJeans, and even tracks from Netflix’s K-Pop Demon Hunters.

📅 Schedule at a Glance

Wed, Aug 20 – Youth (1pm–4.30pm)

• Dance: HUNTR/X & BTS
• Vocal: HUNTR/X & BTS

Thu, Aug 21 – Adults (1pm–4.30pm)

• Dance: BLACKPINK
• Vocal: BTS

Fri, Aug 22 – Kids (1pm–4.30pm)

• Performance & Video Production

📍 Venue: Dee Studio, Abu Dhabi
💵 Price: Free
🕐 Time: 1–4.30pm daily

Whether you’re a teen perfecting your bias-inspired hair flick, an adult ready to nail those high notes, or a mini-idol eager to shine on (and off) stage, this is your chance to live that K-Pop fantasy.

Get ready to set sail on a swashbuckling adventure with Ryder and his team of brave pups as they journey to uncover hidden treasure in a thrilling pirate-themed rescue mission! Join the fun as Adventure Bay gets ready for a big Pirate Day celebration—until Cap’n Turbot falls into a mysterious cavern, and it’s Paw Patrol to the rescue!

With teamwork, problem-solving, and non-stop action, this live show is packed with excitement for the whole family. Because remember—no job is too big, no pirate pup is too small!

📅 Dates: 29th August – 31st August
🕒 Time: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM Duration: 60 minutes
📍 Location: Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi
🎟️ Tickets from: 95 AED

Get ready for an unforgettable evening with Faraj Suleiman, the acclaimed Palestinian singer, pianist, and composer, as he brings his unique sound to the UAE for the very first time! ✨

On Fri 29 Aug, Faraj takes the stage at The Red Theater, The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi, performing tracks from his albums Better Than Berlin and his latest release, Maryam. His music beautifully blends jazz, rock, classical, and Arabic influences, moving between playful rhythms and deeply introspective moments. 🌍🎹

Date: Fri 29 Aug
Time: Doors open at 7 PM | Show starts at 7:30 PM
Location: The Red Theater, The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi
Tickets: 62.50 AED – 125 AED

Don’t miss this chance to experience an artist whose music captures love, loss, and everything in between. 🎤❤️

Get ready for one of the region’s most anticipated events — the Abu Dhabi International Hunting and Equestrian Exhibition (ADIHEX), happening from 30 August to 7 September 2025 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre.

With 174,000+ visitors, ADIHEX is your ultimate gateway to the GCC’s booming outdoor, heritage, and sporting lifestyle markets. Whether you’re a brand looking to showcase your products or a visitor seeking world-class experiences in hunting, equestrian sports, falconry, arts, and outdoor gear, this is the place to be.

🤝 What’s in it for you?

• Direct access to high-value customers
• Unmatched networking with top industry players
• Opportunities to explore new markets and collaborations

Date: 30 August to 7 September 2025

🕙 Timing: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre

Don’t miss your chance to saddle up for success — ADIHEX 2025 is where tradition meets opportunity!