Abu Dhabi has tons of great things to do to enjoy the last few days of September and ring in October in style. From delicious sweet treats to a fancy date night out on the town, here’s our top recommendations for things to do in Abu Dhabi this week.

This dessert comes with a free fragrance sample. Luxury fragrance house Hind Al Oud and Emirati fusion dining concept ANA Restaurant have collaborated to bring diners in the UAE a dessert that combines dark chocolate, honey, dried fig, vanilla, cinnamon and sea salt, translating the fragrance’s warm and layered character into a contemporary Emirati dining experience.

When: Saturday to Wednesday, 10am to 10:30pm | Thursday and Friday 10am to 12am
Where: Ground floor, Dalma Mall, Musaffah
Price: Dhs47
Contact: @ana.restaurant

Turn art into something you can carry. In this hands-on textile art masterclass, create your own Picasso-inspired portrait using fabric collage techniques. Experiment with colour, texture and shapes to design a one-of-a-kind tote bag that reflects your personal style. The session is open to all levels, from beginners to advanced artists.

When: September 28, 11am to 1pm
Where: Manarat Al Saadiyat
Price: Dhs100
Contact: @manaratalsaadiyat

Go for a drive to get a scoop of ice cream with a distinctly Abu Dhabi twist at Mina Creamery, a homegrown scoop shop in Mina Zayed. Made from scratch with locally farmed produce and ingredients from the region, its rotating menu goes well beyond the usual flavours, with past creations including karak chai with toasted biscuits, orange blossom baklava, gahwa stracciatella and salted saffron halwa. Head here any day of the week (just not on Monday and Tuesday) when you’re in the mood for a scoop that’s a little more adventurous.

When: Wednesday to Sunday, 12pm to 10pm
Where: Mina Zayed
Price: From Dhs22
Contact: 050 460 0271

Spend a day discovering Abu Dhabi’s first platform dedicated to livability, infrastructure and investment at LIVEX 2026 at ADNEC. The exhibition will bring together global leaders, investors, developers, urban planners, and industry experts to advance a shared agenda: building cities where livability is the competitive edge. From A-list Hollywood celebrity Ryan Reynolds speaking on tourism with soul to major leaders lending thoughts on the future of living, this will be a remarkable day out. Those interested can register for free here.

When: September 29 to October 1
Where: ADNEC Abu Dhabi
Price: Free
Contact: @livex_global

Central Abu Dhabi is the perfect evening out to kickstart your weekend. This foolproof activity promises fun for all ages, whether you’re a pro bowler or just getting your bearings on the lanes. Part restaurant, part arcade, part bowling alley, it’s loud, fun and perfect for groups. For special discounts, download the Solutions Rewards app.

When: Friday, 12pm to 2am
Where: Central, Yas Bay, Abu Dhabi
Price: Bowling starts at Dhs50 per person for a game, peak time prices may vary.
Contact: @central_uae

The Grove is popping up at Zayed National Museum for a limited time, bringing its special menu to the museum. Make a visit for a bite, then stick around for game nights held every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, a fun way to round off your museum trip.

When: Limited time; game nights every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
Where: Zayed National Museum, Abu Dhabi
Price: No entry ticket to the museum required
Contact: @thegroveuae

Treat yourself to a fancy meal out at a steal at The Welcome Lunch at Isabel Mayfair Abu Dhabi. For Dhs100, tuck into a three-course menu of Mediterranean-inspired dishes, from tuna tartare and vitello tonnato to Angus flat iron and vegetarian aioli, followed by desserts including the Tropezienne and Floating Island. It’s a smart midweek option for client meetings, colleague catch-ups or simply escaping the office for a leisurely lunch. For more great business lunch deals in Abu Dhabi, click here.

When: Daily, 12pm to 2.45pm (until 4.15pm on weekends)
Where: Isabel Mayfair Abu Dhabi, The Galleria, Al Maryah Island
Price: Dhs100 per person
Book: HERE

Chef Nicolas Isnard spearheads the Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri’s new and improved iteration of Bord Eau, with fine French flavours and Michelin-star elegance coming to the capital’s diners here. Settle in for an elegant French-inspired dining experience at Bord Eau by Nicolas Isnard, where French technique meets international influences. Choose from four- or six-course set menus, with optional sommelier-selected wine pairings designed to complement each dish.

When: Monday to Saturday, 6pm to 11pm
Where: Bord Eau by Nicolas Isnard, Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi
Price: Four-course set menu Dhs350 per person; six-course set menu Dhs550 per person. Optional wine pairings from Dhs250
Contact: 02 509 8555