Get back in the saddle with Hudayriyat Women’s Cycling Series, make a splash at Abu Dhabi’s first surfing social and end your month with a boo at a spooktacular Halloween weekend.
As temperatures drop, the outdoors are calling, and Hudayriyat Island, Abu Dhabi’s popular destination to escape the everyday, answers with its packed calendar of open-air activities. Get back in the saddle with Hudayriyat Women’s Cycling Series, make a splash at Abu Dhabi’s first surfing social and end your month with a boo at a spooktacular Halloween weekend.
ACTIVITIES ON HUDAYRIYAT ISLAND
Marsana Summer Night Beach
Catch the last few days of Marsana Summer Night Beach, offering you a unique way to enjoy the sea after sunset. Dive into the waves under the watchful eye of a lifeguard and relax in the floodlit sand in a safe environment. With extended evening hours, curated family-friendly activities, special summer promotions and dining offers from eight participating outlets, Marsana has become the capital’s go-to night destination.
Location: Marsana East Beach
Timings: Monday to Thursday – sunset to 10pm
Friday, Saturday and Sunday – sunset to midnight
Entry fee: Adults (12+) – AED 50 on weekdays, AED 100 on weekends
Kids (6-11) – AED 25 on weekdays, AED 50 on weekends
Kids under 6 – free
Summer offers:
Marsana East Beach Discount: Spend AED 200+ at any of the participating F&B outlets listed below and receive 50% off Marsana East Beach access
Splash Park Discount: Enjoy AED 50 off tickets to Circuit X Splash Park with every visit to Marsana East Beach
F&B Deals: Breath by the Beach – 10% off on weekdays
Nonna Stella Osteria – 15% off à la carte orders
Muncheeze Grilled Cheese – AED 39 for selected items on weekdays
Oro – 10% off
Cold Stone Creamery – 15% off selected items
Leen Outlet Market – 10% off café items
Marmoura – complimentary drink with every AED 100 spent
Kurepu – 10% off
Skateboarding School
Raring to ride the ramps? Jump into Circuit X Skate Park’s expert-led skateboarding programme, designed to sharpen your tricks and build confidence on a board. From kids to adults, beginners to seasoned skaters – everyone is welcome. Private lessons are also available.
Location: Circuit X Skate Park
Dates: Every Tuesday or Wednesday (choose one) from 7 October to 4 December
Timings: 5 to 6pm
Price: AED 595 for 4 sessions
AED 995 for 8 sessions
Booking: www.circuitxuae.com/events/Skateboarding-Lessons
Surf Discovery Session
Catch your first wave at Surf Abu Dhabi! The world’s largest artificial wave facility has taken all the typical first-time hassles out of the equation for a one-of-a-kind learning experience with consistent, predictable waves and expert guides, who make the process feel natural. Arrive an hour before your session to get fitted with the right surfboard and gear and receive a quick briefing on the basics of standing up on a board. Price includes a surfboard, surf accessories, sunscreen and a great time. A rash vest, wet suit or a life vest can also be provided if needed – all you need to bring is swimwear. After your session, relax by the poolside and enjoy a well-deserved post-surfing meal.
Location: Surf Abu Dhabi
Dates: Every day except when events take place
Time: 45-min slots available, with the first starting at 8am and the last at 7:15pm
Ages: 8+ years
Prices: AED 350 per session
Booking: https://www.surfabudhabi.com/surf/experiences/discovery
Mouratoglu Tennis Programme
Discover the famous Mouratoglu coaching methodology, developed by renowned tennis coach Patrick Mouratoglu, at the Mouratoglou Tennis Center at 321 Sports. Benefit from hyper-personalised training by certified multilingual coaches with a focus on enjoyment, improvement and performance. The programme includes private and semi-private lessons, cardio tennis, ladies’ mornings and social play, alongside junior pathways for rising talent. With six semi-covered hard courts, five indoor padel courts, multi-sport areas and premium fitness and recovery zones, Abu Dhabi’s world-class tennis hub combines elite facilities with tailored coaching.
Location: Mouratoglou Tennis Center, 321 Sports
Age: 18+
Registration: 050 807 9698
Mouratoglu Junior Tennis Programme
Are you a parent to a tennis prodigy? Build your child’s racket skills with a world-class junior tennis programme launching at the Mouratoglou Tennis Center at 321 Sports in collaboration with the Mouratoglou Tennis Academy. The programme combines elite coaching, clear player pathways and a proven methodology in a welcoming, high-energy environment designed to support personal and athletic development on and off the court.
Location: Mouratoglou Tennis Center, 321 Sports
Age: 4-18 years
Registration: 050 356 8874
Adult Padel Academy
Take your racket game to the next level with the Adult Padel Academy. The program combines structured training, tailored divisions and expert coaching to help you improve faster and play smarter.
Location: WPA x 321 Sports
Age: 16+
Registration: 050 807 9698
Junior Padel Academy
Introduce your child to the world’s fastest-growing sport with the Junior Padel Academy. Sessions are organized by age to ensure the right balance of learning, fun and progression.
Location: WPA x 321 Sports
Age: 6-12 years
Registration: 050 356 8874
WPA x 321 Sports Padel Socials
Get together with padel players of similar skill levels for two hours of competitive yet fun play, brought to you by the World Padel Academy (WPA) and 321 Sports Padel Tournaments. Designed to foster a strong padel community, King of Blue Courts, Wednesday Warriors and Thursday Thunders will make you want to come back every week for shared experiences, networking and player testimonials that create a dynamic and welcoming sports environment.
Location: WPA x 321 Sports
King of Blue Courts
Dates: Every Tuesday
Time: 8pm to 10pm
Level: C/C STRONG
Entry fee: AED 125
Registration: WhatsApp +971 50 438 7958
Wednesday Warriors
Dates: Every Wednesday
Time: 6pm to 8pm
Level: C+
Entry fee: AED 140
Registration: WhatsApp +971 50 438 7959
Thursday Thunders
Dates: Every Thursday
Time: 8pm to 10pm
Level: C STRONG
Entry fee: AED 125
Registration: WhatsApp +971 50 438 7690
Surf Social
Surf Abu Dhabi presents the UAE’s first community surfing experience. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned pro, join fellow surfing enthusiasts to ride fun party waves, then relax at Nalu with bites and drinks. Whether you’re there for the waves or just the vibes, you’re in good company.
Location: Surf Abu Dhabi and Nalu Restaurant & Lounge
Date: Saturdays as per availability on website
Time: Nalu & pool access from noon
Wave sessions (45 min each) either at 2pm or 3pm
Waves: 5 x Beach Break
5 x Main Wave
Prices: Soft drinks & bites – AED 150
House drinks & bites – AED 250
Surfing + soft drinks & bites – AED 550
Surfing + house drinks & bites – AED 650
Booking: https://www.surfabudhabi.com/surf/experiences/surf-social
Teacher Appreciation Day
This Teacher Appreciation Day, observed on 5 October, Circuit X shows how much it cares, offering every teacher plus one guest complimentary entry to its four adventure parks. All you need to do is bring your school ID for a fun and active day out.
Location: Circuit X
Dates: 4-6 October (Saturday to Monday)
Timings: Regular park hours (see https://circuitxuae.com/get-tickets)
Entry: Free
Half-Term Camp at Circuit X
Sign up your young adventurers for the Half-Term Camp, where they will build confidence, teamwork and practical skills while having a blast across Circuit X’s four parks. They’ll get to push their limits on the high ropes course, sharpen their bike-handling skills, learn flow and balance on skating ramps, get splashing with kayaking and water play and unleash their imagination at the Arts & Crafts Corner. Under the watchful eye of trained instructors in a safe, supportive environment, the camp mixes challenge-based play with creative time — perfect for active kids who love fun with a little dose of adrenaline.
Location: Circuit X
Date: 13-17 October (Monday to Friday)
Time: 8:30am to 2pm
Ages: 6-14 years
Prices: Daily Camp Pass – AED 210
Weekly Camp Pass – AED 849
Weekly Siblings Pass – AED 699 per child
Registration link: https://circuitxuae.com/index.php?cID=483
Hudayriyat Women’s Cycling Series | Race 1
The Hudayriyat Women’s Cycling Series returns for its second edition with the first race in a series of four, continuing its mission to promote and celebrate women’s cycling in the UAE. Compete in the 37 km official race to win points in the lead-up to the grand finale in December, where a total cash prize pool of over AED 50,000 will be up for grabs Amateur cyclists can join the 10 or 20 km community ride, a fun, inclusive, non-competitive social ride. Don’t forget to don a pink jersey to support Pink October. Don’t have a bike? Don’t worry – you can rent one onsite from Wolfi’s Bike Rental.
Location: Hudayriyat Cycling Track
Date: Sunday, 19 October
Time: 6am to 10am
Race categories: Juniors – 14 to 17years
Open – 18 to 39 years
Masters 40 to 49 years
Veterans 50+ years
Other categories: Community Long Ride (20 km) – 13+ years
Community Short Ride (10 km) – 6+ years
Registration fees: Single Race – AED 105
Series Race Package – AED 315
Community Ride – AED 65
Series Community Ride Membership – AED 195
Registration link: https://my.raceresult.com/353576/registration
Skate for Pinktober
Skate for Pinktober is an exciting and empowering skateboarding event that celebrates the resilience and strength of breast cancer survivors while bringing the skateboarding community together. Skate in pink to support the cause.
Location: Circuit X Skate Park
Date: Sunday, 19 October
Time: 6pm to 10pm
Registration fee: Free of charge
Registration link: https://circuitxuae.com/events/PINKtober-2025
Magical Garden Adventure
The Mini-Kids area at Circuit X Ropes Park just got bigger and greener! Get ready for an extraordinary morning as it transforms into an enchanted garden paradise. Little adventurers can look forward to hands-on gardening, a picnic and a thrilling mini ropes course challenge.
Location: Mini-Kids area, Circuit X Ropes Park
Dates: Sunday, 26 October
Timings: 10am to noon
Ages: 4-8 years
Surf Abu Dhabi Longboard Classic 2025
Save the date for world-class surfing in the UAE as Surf Abu Dhabi hosts the third stop of the World Surf League (WSL) Longboard Tour.
Location: Surf Abu Dhabi
Dates: 24-26 October (Friday to Sunday)
Timings:
| DAY 1 – COMPETITION Competition starts: 8:00 I Competition ends: 16:00 |
| DAY 2 – COMPETITION Competition starts: 7:00 I Competition ends: 16:00 |
| DAY 3 – COMPETITION Competition starts: 8:00 I Competition ends: 18:00, followed by Awards Ceremony Donovan Frankenreiter Concert at Surf Village area at 15:00 |
Price: Free admission for Surf Village access. Hospitality packages available on our website.
Registration: https://www.surfabudhabi.com/
Spooktacular Nights
Join a spooktacular glow-in-the-dark adventure at Circuit X Ropes Park! Face scary creatures at thrilling heights, zipline through the dark and take on the Free Fall to some seriously sinister tunes for a night of frightful fun. Little ones can trick-or-treat around the park, decked out in Halloween-themed decorations and glow sticks. Best costume will win a monthly pass to Circuit X.
Location: Circuit X Ropes Park
Dates: 31 October to 2 November (Friday to Sunday)
Timings: 6 to 10pm
Age: 6+
Booking: https://circuitxuae.com/events/SpookyNights
DINING AND NIGHTS OUT ON HUDAYRIYAT ISLAND
Ilios Business Lunch
Enjoy a refreshing midday break with a three-course weekday business lunch by the waves at Ilios, featuring Mediterranean flavours with a Japanese twist, complemented by water and coffee or tea.
Location: Ilios Beach Club, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Monday to Friday except public holidays
Time: Noon to 4pm
Price: AED 145 per person including one starter and one main course
AED 180 per person including two starters and one main course or one starter, one main course and one dessert
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Ilios/business-lunch-4958062731345920
Surf Business Lunch
Escape the office and head to Nalu for a business lunch in a surf-inspired atmosphere, featuring a selection of dishes influenced by Latin American and Asian cuisines, accompanied by water and coffee or fine tea.
Location: Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Monday to Friday except public holidays
Time: Noon to 4pm
Price: AED 125 per person including one starter and one main course
AED 160 per person including two starters and one main course or one starter, one main course and one dessert
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Nalu/business-lunch-5253438847860736
Sundowners at Nalu
Need to unwind after work? Watch the sun set in the company of your nearest and dearest and sample the selection of bar bites and draft beer at Nalu while the resident DJ sets the perfect vibe.
Location: Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Monday to Friday except public holidays
Time: 4pm to 8pm
Price: Half pint – AED 23
Full pint – AED 36
Booking: WhatsApphttps://wa.link/tfwhxf
Emailreservations@nalusurfclubuae.com
Phone 02 419 8509
Because it’s HER
Grab your girls for the perfect start to your weekend with a golden-hour escape at Ilios, featuring free-flowing drinks, sunset views, a temperature-controlled pool and good vibes only.
Location: Ilios Beach Club, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Friday except public holidays
Time: 4pm to 7pm
Price: Soft package – AED 125
House package – AED 149
Booking: WhatsApp https://wa.link/tfwhxf
Emailreservations@iliosbeachclubuae.com
Phone 02 419 8509
Pizza Night Party
Gather your friends and feast on endless rounds of freshly baked pizza in Nalu’s laid-back surf-inspired setting, where the only limit is your appetite.
Location: Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Friday except public holidays
Time: 7pm to 9pm
Price: Unlimited pizza for 2 hours – AED 125
8 malt beverages for 2 hours– AED 200
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Nalu/pizza-chill-friday-nights-at-nalu-4555531225022464
La Ola Brunch
Ride the vibe with La Ola, the tropical brunch at Nalu and the ultimate weekend escape for those who live the wave. Enjoy fresh coastal flavours, paired with Nalu’s refined boho beach spirit and tropical beats.
Location: Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Saturday
Time: 1pm to 4pm
Prices: Soft package – AED 300
House package – AED 400
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Nalu/latin-american-brunch-4763078891683840
Après Surf
From sandy toes to sundowners, enjoy a laid-back post-surf vibe by the pool that transitions into lively beats at sunset at Nalu, where California meets Abu Dhabi.
Location: Surf Abu Dhabi and Nalu Restaurant & Lounge
Date: Every Saturday
Time: 5pm to 7pm
Prices: Soft package – AED 125
House package – AED 200
Booking: WhatsApphttps://wa.link/tfwhxf
Emailreservations@nalusurfclubuae.com
Phone 02 419 8509
Caribbean Splash with The Projekt
Ilios turns up the energy with reggae and dancehall star Million Stylez and two Beachfest All‑Star DJs, blending its signature beach vibes with Caribbean rhythms for a night of pure island magic.
Location: Ilios Beach Club, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Saturday, 4 October
Time: 7pm to 3am
Price: AED 100 for advance bookings (subject to increase on the day)
Booking: https://tickets.virginmegastore.me/ae/music/29709/caribbean-splash-party
‘A Taste of Greece’ Brunch
Celebrate tradition, flavour and togetherness at Ilios with its ‘A Taste of Greece’ brunch. Gather your family and friends to experience the warmth of Greek hospitality with authentic homemade recipes, served family-style in a refined yet relaxed coastal ambiance.
Location: Ilios Beach Club, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Sunday
Time: 1pm to 4pm
Prices: Soft package – AED 325
House package – AED 450
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Ilios/greek-brunch-4928165422055424
Sunday Roast
Turn your Sunday into a celebration with a three-course roast with a coastal twist. Enjoy unlimited sides and dessert, plus entertainment from a resident DJ.
Location: Nalu Restaurant & Lounge, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Every Sunday
Time: 1pm to 4pm
Price: AED160 per person for one main, unlimited sides and a dessert with two half-pints of Corona
Booking: https://www.sevenrooms.com/experiences/Nalu/sunday-roast-5233543318224896
Beats Pool Party
Ilios presents a sunset pool party in collaboration with Abu Dhabi House Movement and No Fui Yo Fue El Tequila. Dance to electrifying house beats and enjoy cool vibes with exclusive beverage packages and mouthwatering bites.
Location: Ilios Beach Club, Surf Abu Dhabi
Date: Saturday, 25 October
Time: 5pm onwards
Price: For ladies– AED 99 – unlimited selected drinks for 2 hours
For gents – AED 200 – unlimited selected drinks or 8 malt beverages for 2 hours
Booking: WhatsApp https://wa.link/tfwhxf
Emailreservations@iliosbeachclubuae.com
Phone 02 419 8508
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