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Playgrounds

Playgrounds

Aug 14-16, 2026 Abu Dhabi

Playgrounds is a three-day pop culture festival held annually at Manarat Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi. Presented by Sandstorm Comics, it is a community-driven event celebrating comics, trading cards, cosplay, gaming, and...

Pop Culture Comics +8
Al Ain Camel Racing Festival

Al Ain Camel Racing Festival

Jul 31 - Aug 9, 2026 Al Ain

Al Ain Camel Racing Festival is a camel racing event held at Al Rawdah track in Al Ain, UAE, from 31 July to 9 August 2026. The festival’s second qualifying round features...

Camel Racing Heritage +3

A Board Game Adventure

Jul 18, 2026 Abu Dhabi

A Board Game Adventure opens at Louvre Abu Dhabi on 18 July 2026. Designed for young visitors, the exhibition explores how games such as chess, carrom, ludo and mancala have supported learning,...

Exhibition Board Games +5