14 Ways to Celebrate Ramadan in Abu Dhabi This Season

Abu Dhabi, UAE : Ramadan in Abu Dhabi is a vibrant season of culture, community, and culinary traditions. From iftar to suhoor, residents and visitors can explore night markets, cultural performances, family activities, and unique dining experiences across the emirate. Daytime attractions, museums, beaches, and restaurants remain open, while evenings come alive with seasonal festivities.

Here are 14 ways to experience the holy month in Abu Dhabi:

1. Ramadan Festival at Abu Dhabi Corniche
   From 27 February to 8 March, the Corniche hosts a purpose-built Ramadan neighbourhood with cultural performances, storytelling, Ramadan souqs, family activities, and diverse food offerings. The festival runs nightly from 8:00 pm to 2:00 am.

2. Ramadan Festival in Al Ain
   Held at ADNEC Centre Al Ain from 20 February to 1 March, the festival combines Emirati heritage, live performances, children’s activities, retail stalls, and late-night dining in an open-air setting.

3. Ramadan Festival in Al Dhafra
   From 20 February to 1 March at Madinat Zayed Park, this festival emphasizes culture, community, and traditional Ramadan markets and performances.

4. Ramadan Nights at Al Hosn
   Between 16 February and 18 March, Al Hosn Fort offers storytelling, crafts, cultural performances, and food experiences in a historic atmosphere.

5. Harees at Al Ain Oasis
   Every Friday, visitors can experience harees, a traditional Emirati dish recognized by UNESCO, in a communal setting amid the palm-lined oasis paths.

6. Creative Ramadan Experiences at Manarat Al Saadiyat
   From 25 February to 1 March, Mirbad offers a pop-up marketplace with fashion, lifestyle, food, and jewellery. From 6 to 16 March, Ramadan Arcade features art, design, interactive installations, and retail for evening exploration.

7. Art and Music at Louvre Abu Dhabi
   Evening programmes include exhibitions, talks, and live performances. Highlights include the concert Echoes of Fez on 1 March and The Conference of the Birds talk on 24 February. Visitors can enjoy iftar and suhoor dining at Museum Cafe, Art Lounge, and TAZU Dining.

8. Suhoor at Al Qana
   From 27 February to 22 March, Al Qana hosts late-night waterfront suhoor experiences with dining, entertainment, henna, live performances, and children’s activities.

9. Creative Suhoor Gatherings at 421
   421 offers intimate sessions for writers, artists, and creatives during Ramadan, including For Poetry: A Writers’ Suhoor (26 February) and Image-Makers’ Suhoor (5 March).

10. Ramadaniyyat at NYU Abu Dhabi
    On 3 March, the Arts Center presents musicians Naissam Jalal and Hazem Shaheen, blending sound, storytelling, and cultural exchange.

11. Traditional Games at Al Jahili Fort
    From 4 to 8 March, the fort hosts competitive traditional games celebrating Emirati heritage.

12. Mawrooth Ramadan at Heritage Village
    Running until 19 March, the festival features crafts, performances, souqs, and workshops showcasing generational traditions.

13. Storytelling at Al Maqta’a Museum
    Families can enjoy Our Tale in the Nights of Al Maqta’a, traditional iftar cannon displays, board games, and food offerings throughout Ramadan.

14. Reading Month at Maktaba Libraries
    From 1 to 30 March, library branches across Abu Dhabi host book-focused activities, family programs, and quiet spaces for reflection, ideal for daytime or post-iftar visits.

Plan Your Ramadan in Abu Dhabi
Whether through cultural immersion, family gatherings, creative exploration, or late-night dining, Abu Dhabi offers experiences that foster connection, tradition, and meaningful moments throughout Ramadan.