Abu Dhabi Summer Season: The Fun Never Ends!

23 Jul, 2018

This year’s Abu Dhabi Summer Season (ADSS) is now halfway through as its extensive programme continues to offer visitors sizzling summer deals and unmissable entertainment. Attracting visitors from across the region and beyond, ADSS is undoubtedly a crowd-favourite that supports Abu Dhabi’s efforts to establish itself as a leading destination for leisure and entertainment for the whole family.

Here is the list of top ten activities and events you can take part in to make most of your summer vacation in Abu Dhabi:

1.Unleash the superhero within you at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi!
Be amongst the first to visit Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi as it opens today (July 23rd). Book your tickets now for a family fun trip to ‘Hollywood’ and ‘Gotham City’! Tickets to the theme park are now available on the website here. General admission costs AED 295 for adults, and AED 230 for children.

2.Discover the secrets behind the magic of movies with ALL DAY LIVE!
Three shows and a whole world of imagination are on offer at ALL DAY LIVE, which is taking place at Emirates Palace from July 26th to the 28th. Check out The Hollywood Special Effects show and learn about the science and secrets of creating movie magic; take an exciting journey into the world of shadows and discover the beauty of storytelling through a fusion of shadow, colour, shapes and music with the Fireflies Shadow Theatre; and watch the theatrical production for kids, Moon Mouse: A Space Odyssey, where Marvin the mouse goes on the space adventure of a lifetime. Entry tickets to ALL DAY LIVE! cost AED 85 with access to all three shows and venue activations - five hours of fun and excitement for the entire family!

3.Only a few days left to book your tickets for ‘Unite with Tomorrowland’
Fancy dancing with thousands of dance music fans across the world? We have got you covered! On Saturday, 28th July, you can join hundreds of Abu Dhabi’s ravers at du Forum, Yas Island, and dance to the beats of a unique line-up of local and international DJ’s including Lucas & Steve, Smoking Groove, Marcus Santoro, DJ Licous, Regi, Barry Fore, Omaar Basaad, D.O.D and Ummet Ozcan. You will be part of an extraordinary experience with live satellite connections to Tomorrowland in Belgium, in addition to fans across Italy, Lebanon, Malta, Mexico, Spain, and Taiwan. Open to those aged 21 and over, tickets are available here with starting prices at AED 495.

4.Attend the Middle East premiere of Mazinger Z: Infinity
Abu Dhabi-based Japanese Manga and Anime fans are in for a treat this summer! Abu Dhabi offers you the chance to view the movie premiere of Japanese action and science fiction series Mazinger Z: Infinity on 3rd August between 4 and 8pm at Al Raha Theatre, Abu Dhabi. Commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Mazinger franchise, the movie is set to be an enthralling experience for both young and seasoned Anime fans. Watch as an unexpected encounter deep under Mt. Fuji triggers an even greater threat to mankind than ever before and alters Koji's destiny forever. With humanity's fate in their hands, Koji and Mazinger Z face a choice between good and evil.

5.Experience dances from Around the World
International live dance performances, each from a different country, will run until 14th August at Bawadi Mall’s main atrium stage between 5.30 – 10pm daily. Visitors can attend the performance free of charge.

6.‘Unbox the Amazing’ and win instant prizes
With an unbeatable offer at leading malls in Abu Dhabi offering sales of up to 80%, you can ‘Unbox the Amazing’ when you spend AED250 or more! You will enter a grand raffle draw and also get the chance to ‘unbox’ instant prizes and discounts which include staycation packages, attractions, F&B, fashion & beauty products, electronics, cars and more. You can catch the next “Unbox the Amazing” activation at the following malls until August 18th: Bawabat Al Sharq (27th-28th July), Wahda Mall (3rd-4th August), Hili Mall, Al Ain (10th-11th August), and World Trade Center Mall (17th-18th August).

7.Enjoy unbeatable hotel deals around the Emirate
Visiting from abroad or planning a staycation treat that is worth your vacation days? You can still enjoy some of the emirate’s most exclusive hotel deals and promotions this summer, including savings on room nights, spa experiences, fitness centres, pool access, F&B and kids activities. With more than 50 of the emirate’s most luxurious hotels offering a total of 67 deals, with discounts ranging from 15% to 50%, this is one great way to book in a fun-filled family getaway this summer.

8.Get your speed fix at Yas Marina Circuit
Are you a true racing fan, a petrol head or even a thrill-seeker? You can avail discounts of up to 50% on select DriverYAS experiences until 31st August. Experience an adrenaline rush like no other with the Summer at the Circuit programme at Yas Marina Circuit. Whether it is testing yourself in a race-prepped Aston Martin GT4, or Mercedes-AMG GTS, Jaguar F-type S Coupe or Formula Yas 3000 on the Grand Prix Circuit or laying down some rubber on its custom-built drag strip in a Chevrolet Camaro, you are guaranteed a memorable driving experience. For bookings, please visit here.

9.Make the most of your money with ‘Treasure on Yas’ Promotion
If you visit Yas Island this summer, you can try your luck to win the weekly cash bounty of AED100,000 with the Treasure on Yas campaign. For every AED300 you spend at participating attractions, you will get one entry into the weekly draw, open until 31st August, to win AED100,000 in cash, or one of Yas Mall’s shopping vouchers totalling AED100,000 in value. If you visit one of the island’s theme parks, you will double your chances to win. Visit a Treasure on Yas kiosk at Yas Mall, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi or Yas Waterworld to register your receipts and enter. For more information, please visit: yasisland.ae, treasureonyas.ae.

10.Kids have fun and learn as part of the ‘Around the World’ Summer Programme
The “Around the World” Summer Programme offers numerous activities and workshops hosted across all public library branches in Abu Dhabi. Designed to meet the interests of children and youngsters, the programme features a range of activities centered around equipping them with psychological, environmental, social knowledge, as well as technical skills in various fields. In addition, participants get the chance to discover and learn more about global cultures. Running until 31st August, children can attend the workshops within their specific age groups (6-10, 11-14, and 15-18 years old) across Khalifa Park Library, Al Bahia Park Library, Mazyad Mall Library, Al Wathba Library, Zayed Central Library, and Al Marfa Library. For more information around activities

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