Abu Dhabi desert lights up: Free entry, family fun with night walks through laser arches
20/11/2025
Jubail Island’s sand paths, mangroves and open spaces were lined with light installations as Manar Abu Dhabi opened to the
The AED15 billion Jubail Island master-planned project, developed and managed by LEAD Development, is an idyllic collection of villages located between Yas Island and Saadiyat Island and will become Abu Dhabi’s leading sanctuary, designed to appeal to wellness and nature enthusiasts, positioned amid the rich biodiversity of the mangroves.
The luxury project spans 4,000 hectares, offering wholesome F&B outlets and a wide range of facilities, including a beach club, a business centre, a sports centre, schools, supermarkets, nurseries, marinas, a community club, specialised clinics, and other commercial establishments, and will be home to more than 10,000 residents.
Sprawled across 4,000 hectares of mangrove forests and coastal estuaries with more than 30 km of waterfront, lies Jubail island. Home to six distinct village communities, with deliberately bespoke, breathtakingly picturesque residential areas and community facilities.
Nestled within the vibrant Marfaa Al Jubail, Marsa Al Jubail stands as Jubail Island’s dedicated marina hub – bringing together the best of yachting, leisure, and personalised hospitality. The destination offers premium yacht berths, exclusive access to Yacht Club facilities, a dedicated concierge team for tailored arrangements, full yacht provisioning, luxury transport coordination, and seamless hotel and dining reservations. Alongside elegant waterfront promenades, upscale dining experiences, and curated lifestyle services, Marsa Al Jubail serves as the social heart of Al Marfaa – inviting residents and visitors to experience effortless nautical living surrounded by natural beauty and refined coastal charm.
Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi Announces Curatorial Team and Locations for Second Edition of Manar Abu Dhabi.
Led by Artistic Director Khai Hori, Manar Abu Dhabi Returns This November to Illuminate the Emirate Under the Theme ‘The Light Compass’
Organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), the second edition of the Manar Abu Dhabi will take place in Al Ain from 1 November, 2025 to 4 January, 2026 and Abu Dhabi from 15 November, 2025 to 4 January, 2026.
Jubail Island’s Public Arts Programme is an initiative geared towards enriching the art landscape in Abu Dhabi, and add the art layer to Jubail Island and its community.
Jubail Island is proud to play a part in bolstering Abu Dhabi’s art and culture scene by introducing initiatives that cement the capital’s commitment to arts and culture.
An art programme mirroring Jubail’s essence will add to the island’s charm and beauty for both residents and visitors alike, spreading a positive impact on the Abu Dhabi community and the broader UAE, whilst creating a legacy for future generations.
Jubail Island Mangrove Park is the first self-contained educational, nature and leisure destination of its kind in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.
Jubail Island’s sand paths, mangroves and open spaces were lined with light installations as Manar Abu Dhabi opened to the
Abu Dhabi, UAE – 10 November 2025: Jubail Island Investment Company (JIIC) has announced the successful completion of Abu Dhabi’s
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – 30 October, 2025: Manar Abu Dhabi, a Public Art Abu Dhabi initiative under The
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Jubail Mangrove Park Rules
This park has access to open water bodies and there are no lifeguards on duty.
The Park is monitored by CCTV 24 hours a day.
Swimming or diving into the water is not permitted.
No pets allowed.
No Littering.
No smoking allowed.
No food or beverages allowed on the boardwalk.
Please do not lean or climb over the railing.
Toys, Skating, the use of scooters and/or bicycles are not permitted in the park.
Respectful clothing must be considered.
All parcels and bags are subject to a security check.
Items displayed, plants, wildlife must not be touched and/or removed.
Please do not sit or place children on the railing.
Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times during the visit.
Park representatives reserve the right to remove any persons contravening the above or due to unruly or inappropriate behaviour.
Disclaimer: Guests and their visitors or employees enter and use these premises at their own risk. Neither the Owners nor their Representatives or Agents are liable for loss or damage to any guest, visitor, employee or any person’s property, nor for injury or death of any guest, visitor, employee or any person whether such loss or damage to property or injury or death is as a result of the negligence of the Owners and or their Representatives or Agents or not.
For myself and for my heirs, personal representatives and assigns, I hereby:
I agree to assume responsibility for the risk of the activity, whether identified or not. My participation in the activity is purely voluntary. I assume full responsibility for myself for any bodily injury, accident, illness, paralysis, death, loss or damage to personal property and expenses thereof as a result of my participation in the activity.
I confirm and warrant that: I have no medical condition (physical or mental) which would/could impact on my ability to participate in the activities provided; [For female participants] I am not pregnant; I am physically able to participate in the activities provided; I am not taking any herbal or medicinal supplements or prescription drugs that could impact on my ability to participate in activities provided.
I release the organizer, their principals, directors, officers, agents, employees and volunteers, and their insurers, from any and all claims of whatever kind, and from any and all liability for any and all injury or damage (including death) as a result of my participation in the activity.
I agree and consent to the receipt of medical treatment in a medical emergency situation where I may not be capable to consent to such treatment.
The undersigned understands that this agreement does not include participant insurance. The undersigned acknowledges that they either have appropriate insurance or, in its absence, agree to pay all cost of rescue and/or medical services as may be incurred on their behalf.
The undersigned agrees to pay for any or all damages to any equipment or property caused by the undersigned either negligently, willfully, or otherwise
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I understand that this release refers to all claim types, including breach of contract, fraud, or any other type of suit and includes losses alleged to be caused by the negligence of the organizer to the fullest extent permitted by law with the exception of Gross Negligence
