Spending this Ramadan in Abu Dhabi? You’re in luck this year because the city’s best cultural venues, heritage sites, and museums have prepared special programmes just for the season. Many of these places have extended their hours, so you can enjoy all the incredible events and activities well into the night.
Zayed National Museum
From the first day of Ramadan until the 20th, Zayed National Museum will be open until late evening.
Al Masar Garden will turn into a lively hub with pop-up food stalls, cafés, and a variety of cultural activities. You can enjoy live performances, storytelling, film screenings, traditional games, and workshops by Emirati talent.
- Museum opening hours during Ramadan: until 10 PM
- Evening activities and events: from 8:30 PM until 12 AM
- Al Masar Garden: open until 12 AM
Louvre Abu Dhabi
With the museum staying open late, you’ll have more time to explore the art beneath the dome. If you’re planning a visit, don’t miss Picasso, the Figure with 130 artworks by the Spanish artist! Along with the exhibits, enjoy live Andalusian music, talk The Conference of the Birds, and the animated film The Red Turtle.
Al Ain Museum
The museum hosts “Layali Ramadan” with creative workshops, Arabic music, and traditional games.
Al Maqtaa Museum
Nightly activities at this recently reopened museum revolve around food, cultural happenings, and even a mini zoo.
Delma Museum
With a focus on maritime heritage, the museum is hosting panel discussions, live artisan demos, and a look into the history of pearl cultivation.
421 in Port Zayed – Al Mina
Come here for cozy suhoor gatherings filled with poetry readings, drawing, and traditional crafts by local writers and artists.
Manarat Al Saadiyat
If you’re into art, Manarat Al Saadiyat offers creative pop-up events and interactive experiences perfect for post-iftar fun.
Al Jahili Fort
Al Jahili Fort hosts traditional game championships. Meanwhile, Heritage Village offers the chance to explore Emirati crafts and performances through performances and workshops that highlight the richness of the culture.
In addition to the events and activities at the museums, you can explore even more festivities this month at Ramadan Festival, which will take place in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, and Al Dhafra.
And don’t forget to check out more things to do during Ramadan across the UAE, from cultural events and Iftar tents to must-see attractions.
