Best Abu Dhabi parties this weekend: Porters 2nd Birthday, Kid Ink Live @ People by Crystal Abu Dhabi + COMING SOON Brewfest @ Fairmont

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COMING SOON

The Brewfest returns to Fairmont Bab Al Bahr on 4th and 5th September! Head to the largest beachfront tent in Abu Dhabi located at the hotel and enjoy over 50 different types of brews from all over the world in a spectacular setting overlooking Abu Dhabi Creek. From live sports on giant screens, shisha and games to beats by DJ Rainier and hearty pub grub - it's all in the comfort of an air conditioned tent.

Head to Thirty 1st Bar in the Holiday Inn hotel on 21st September for the launch of Sundays in the City with DJ M'Raz. Groove to RnB and Hip Hop while you enjoy smooth cocktails and house beverages for just AED 2. Ladies, dress in your favourite polkas on the launch night and get your bubbly free all night!

EVENTS THIS WEEK

Thursday 28th August

Head up to Ray's Bar on Level 62 on Thursday and kick off the first night of the weekend at Jumeirah at Etihad Towers hotel with 50% off selected beverages from 8pm to 10pm! You will enjoy gorgeous cocktails and another killer set from DJ Moe Turk behind the decks. If you fancy something to eat, their Asian-influenced tapas menu is one of the finest in Abu Dhabi. 

Ladies, what's your plan for tonight? Chameleon  in the Fairmont hotelhas it covered! Enjoy complimentary beverages for ladies throughout the night from 9pm - 1am every Thursday, while their resident DJRainier is spinning RnB and House tunes all night.

Lemon & Lime lounge at The Westin hotel is the perfect place to unwind with sundowners every evening. Enjoy an extensive array of beverages and cigars, while listening to the talented duo Live Soul.

A great spot for after work drinks, Sea Lounge in the Monte-Carlo Beach Club remains open during summer, with shisha, light bites and drinks served from 6pm onward in the air conditioned indoor venue.

Tonight, US Hip Hop sensation Kid Ink will be performing live atPeople by Crystal Abu Dhabi in the St. Regis Saadiyat hotel.

End the summer with a Cocktail Party at Burlesque in the Yas Viceroy hotel this Thursday. Enjoy free drinks and tapas from 7pm till 10.30pm and live music from their new singer Miss Tia and her band.

Friday 29th August

This Friday, don't miss the 2nd Birthday Party of the energetic and casual Porters pub in the Grand Millennium Al Wahda hotel! In celebration, all guests will receive complimentary drink on arrival, snacks to be passed around every two hours and drinks at special pricing form 7pm - 9pm. Expect special performances byThe Paddyman, who will be supported by their house band The Providers and DJ Roland until the early hours. 

Live it up every Friday at Ray's Bar in Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, with renowned DJ Paul Hamilton supplying the wicked soundtrack. You can socialise, kick back or dance as you revel the deep, soulful and techy sounds of their resident DJ.

Saturday 30th August

Let the setting sun form the backdrop for unique moments, within a space that reflects your personality. Ray's Bar on level 62 at Jumeirah at Etihad Towers sets the scene for fabulous evenings, enhanced by the energetic beats of DJ Alex Lees.

Sunday 31st August

Every Sunday is Teachers Night at Jazz N Fizz in the Sofitel hotel, where all teachers and students can enjoy 25% off all night. All set to the smooth Jazz tunes of The Trix trio.

Tuesday 2nd September

Enjoy your favorite Belgium specialties at Belgian Beer Café in the Novotel Gate Hotel, with a 50% off on selected drinks from 4pm until 9pm. Ladies can make the most of their Tuesday's Ladies Night with unlimited house drinks from 8pm till 12am.

Wednesday 3rd September

At Wednesdays with Matt  at Ray's Bar in Jumeirah at Etihad Towers, guests can experience everything with a jazz influence or flavour, whether it is contemporary, funky, soulful, an old classic or a track with an upbeat house feel, combined with the live saxophone music of Matt West.

Enjoy a cool summer chilling at Waka Beach at Le Meridien hotel, while trying out signature cocktails, exotic snacks and a wide selection of shisha. Watch the sun set and welcome the evening with lounge music from their live band.