Abu Dhabi celebrates Halloween with family events across malls to promenades
Abu Dhabi: Halloween in Abu Dhabi doesn’t look much like it does elsewhere. There’s no single street of porch lights and pumpkins. It tends to happen in pockets: a hotel brunch, a restaurant with a themed menu, a few neighbourhoods where children go door to door. Much of it is held indoors, around tables rather than on pavements. However, the most structured programmes are found in the city’s…
Abu Dhabi has embraced Halloween with various family-friendly events taking place across malls and promenades. The city's malls are hosting structured programs, while outdoor celebrations are more curated indoors. One such event is the "Halloween at the Park" in Sheikha Fatima Park in Al Bateen, where kids can enjoy Trick or Treat Adventure, a pop-up market, and even a scary magician show.
Reem Mall on Al Reem Island is offering a "Frightfully Fun Halloween" experience, which requires a spending of AED 200 and a registered receipt for a trick or treat hunt. Participants can collect stamps from specific stores to redeem their Halloween treat. The World Trade Centre (WTC) Abu Dhabi is also hosting Halloween events for children and adults from October 29 to 31, featuring face painting, a photo booth, spooky slushies, scary snacks, and a best costume prize.
In contrast, Saadiyat Island has a quieter Halloween atmosphere, with families decorating the seafront promenade and restaurants, and children trick-or-treating while enjoying music and festive décor. The setting of an October evening by the sea creates a more relaxed and personal experience for the residents.
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