Sheikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi Stays Open Until April 5

Updated: March 23, 2026 1 min read

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If you were planning to visit the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi but didn’t get around to it, you’ve still got time. The festival stays open until April 5, so you can fit it into your plans without rushing.

Here are just a few curious things you’ll find inside: bumper cars, a Dinosaur Park, a Haunted House, a House of Mirrors, a bowling zone, an electronic gaming hall, and an ice-skating rink. There’s also a pony ride for kids, a rope maze, and the Stellar zone with digital experiences like a flying cinema.

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Entry is free, so you can move between different zones and explore attractions and activities.

Key details on Sheikh Zayed Festival:

Location: Al Wathba, Abu Dhabi
Dates: until April 5
Timings: from 4 PM daily (until 12 AM on weekdays, 1 AM on weekends)

If you feel like discovering other popular destinations in the capital, here are 10 attractions currently open in Abu Dhabi that are worth a visit.

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Sheikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi Stays Open Until April 5

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If you were planning to visit the Sheikh Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi but didn’t get around to it, you’ve still got time. The festival stays open until April 5, so you can fit it into your plans without rushing. Here are just a few curious things you’ll find inside: bumper cars, a Dinosaur Park, a Haunted House, a House of Mirrors, a bowling zone, an electronic gaming hall, and an ice-skating rink. There’s also a pony ride for kids, a rope maze, and the Stellar zone with digital experiences like a flying cinema. View this post on Instagram A...