The capital of the United Arab Emirates is fast becoming the region's leading hub for culture and entertainment
Abu Dhabi Art Abu Dhabi Art, much more than an art fair, is a platform for modern and contemporary art and public programs, bringing together a selection of leading art galleries from across the world. Galleries showcase a variety of works in a range of prices; from museum-quality pieces to those in a dedicated section for emerging artists that has already proven popular with collectors. It is held in November.
Formula 1 The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is a Formula One race held in November.
Abu Dhabi Film Festival Abu Dhabi Film Festival (ADFF) is an international film festival created in 2007. The ceremony is held annually in October. The ADFF aims to encourage and foster the growth of filmmaking in the Arab world by showcasing movies from the region alongside standout productions from prominent international filmmakers
HSBC Abu Dhabi Golf Championship The Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship is a European Tour golf tournament that is held in January. It is played at the Abu Dhabi Golf Club. The creation of this event was part of the European Tour's continuing expansion into Asia, and it makes up a trio of European Tour events in the Gulf States.
Volvo Ocean Race The Volvo Ocean Race (formerly the Whitbread Round the World Race) is a yacht race around the world, held every three years.
Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Festival The Abu Dhabi Music and Arts Festival brings the great and the good of opera, ballet, music and art in 12 events over 12 days here in the UAE capital. The program features concerts, gala events and an exhibition as well as a symposium of lectures, demonstrations and workshops.
Gourmet Abu Dhabi The annual culinary festival featuring a masterful collection of the world's leading master chefs returns to the UAE capital every February
TriYas TriYAS the region's only day/night triathlon. It has become one of the favourite first timer triathlons on the UAE calendar every March.
Mubadala World Tennis Championship Taking place at the Abu Dhabi International Tennis Complex, Zayed Sports City, the annual tennis tournament sees six of the world's top players battle it out for the big 'winner takes all' prize, every December.
