There’s always something new happening in Ras Al Khaimah, and the emirate’s events calendar continues to grow beyond its beaches and outdoor attractions.
Next week in particular promises to be a fun time in RAK. Friday, 28 August, brings a long weekend until Sunday, 30 August, for the birthday of Prophet Muhammad.
With families now looking forward to more quality time together, Ras Al Khaimah is offering seasonal celebrations, family activities, and cultural experiences, alongside dining offers and workshops. All of these ensure that residents have plenty of ways to make the most of their time throughout the week, especially during the long weekend.
Whether you’re planning a weekend with the family, looking for something different to do with friends or simply want to explore more of the city, keep this guide handy for upcoming events in Ras Al Khaimah. Many of these events are worth knowing about earlier, so those interested can sign up in time or make plans well in advance.
The Best Upcoming Events in Ras Al Khaimah
Martini & Fries Offer
Sofitel Ras Al Khaimah Al Hamra Beach Resort is offering Martini and Fries until the end of August. Running daily from 12 pm through to 1 am, guests can enjoy a Hayman’s Gin Martini paired with fries.
Choose from the crisp Freezer Martini, the Dirty Martini, and the Vesper Martini for AED 45. Since the offer is available at the Veritas Bar.
Puppet Theatre in the Park
Puppet Theatre in the Park is a highly anticipated event coming to Al Hamra Village next week. On Saturday, 29 August, from 6 pm to 7 pm, families, especially children, can come together for an evening of storytelling, creativity, intriguing characters, and some theatre magic.
Taking place at Royal Breeze 2, Recreational Room, P2 Level, this free community event is open to everyone and is a great way for parents to spend time with kids before school reopens.
Chase One Colour Photo Contest
Al Hamra Village has another event that has technically already begun, but will conclude on Monday, 24 August. Open to all Al Hamra residents, the Chase One Colour Photo Contest requires participants to pick one colour and capture it around the community.
From yellow, purple, and blue to white, capture its shades in nature, architecture, waterfront scenes, or in ordinary, everyday moments around Al Hamra Village and Bab Al Bahr. Compile the photos into a collage that shows how the colour tells its own story in the community.
This is a fun, quick activity to participate in this weekend, and the prize is a shopping gift voucher. Submit the collage to communities.events@alhamra.ae by 24 August.
Hands-On Wind Chime Workshop
The Design Gallery and Beyond Classroom will host a special hands-on chime workshop for children on Sunday, 30 August from 4 pm to 5.30 pm. Attendees get to decorate, tinker and get creative with washi tape, ribbons, beads and colourful chimes.
The end product is for kids to take home as a special memento. It’s a great chance to get kids away from screens and engage in something that requires concentration. The workshop fee is AED 50 per child. Kids aged 7 and above can attend.
This a drop-off workshop. Registrations can be completed via the link on Beyond Classroom’s Instagram page.
Wing It Tuesday
The Bay Sports Bar has a Tuesday offer from 5 pm to 10 pm, specially for wings. Guests can enjoy two hours of unlimited chicken wings for AED 100 and also a bucket of brew for AED 180.
The timing makes it a fun offer to try after work hours, on a casual date, or for an evening hangout with friends.
Ladies’ Night with RakMums
RakMums has an upcoming ladies’ night event which is worth booking in advance as spots are limited. The restaurant is Three Bites Later in Al Jazeera Al Hamra. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, 1 September at 7 pm.
For AED 89 per person, ladies can enjoy two free drinks and a choice of a meal. Alternatively, they can enjoy 30 per cent off the main menu. Book a seat by contacting +971 56294 1955.
Al Hamra Mall Run
Al Hamra Mall will celebrate the start of the school year with a free indoor family run. The Back to School Run is in collaboration with fitze UAE and will be held on Saturday, 5 September from 6 am till 9 am.
Expect a morning of movement, family fun, prizes, giveaways and goodie bags. Register by visiting the mall’s Instagram page.
These upcoming events in Ras Al Khaimah offer plenty of variety, making it easy to find something that suits your mood, whether that means spending a weekend clicking photos around the community or doing something with the kids.
Other times, a classic night around food and entertainment is all that’s needed for a memorable start, middle or end to a week. With new events and experiences added throughout the year, the emirate is becoming an increasingly lively destination for residents and visitors alike. Keep checking the calendar so you don’t miss what’s coming up next.
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