Unsure what to do this weekend? Lacking safe and fun ideas for things to do on and off campus? Luckily, there are lots of awesome things going on in Abu Dhabi throughout February and March. Here are five affordable, Covid-safe activities to explore across the city this week.

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Right now, Clymb on Yas is offering a friends and family deal for beginner rock climbers. You can spend the day climbing to new heights with a discounted ticket price of 101 AED per person if you bring a group of four.

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Even though the cinemas are closed, you can still get your theater fix. Until the end of March, Umm Al Emarat Park is hosting free outdoor family movie nights. Watch a movie from your childhood, connect with friends and enjoy the beautiful weather. Additionally, to help you make use of your special provisions, Careem is offering a 30 percent discount on trips to Umm Al Emarat using this discount code.

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Until March 6, Al Maya Island, a private Island off the coast of Abu Dhabi, is offering admission for 50 dirhams. This fee includes transportation on a water taxi and access to the island’s beaches and pools. It’s a perfect way to feel far away from the Saadiyat bubble without breaking the bank or the school’s travel restrictions.Tickets cannot be purchased on the Al Maya Website, but must be purchased in advance from this link for weekend trips and this link for weekday trips.

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If you like surprises, this is for you. On Monday, March 1, Manarat Al Saadiyat is screening a secret film that was made in 2020. Admission is free, and you must reserve in advance. If you prefer to know what the film is before you see it, they are also offering completely free screenings of classic and foreign films both in-person and online. Check out their offerings here.

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Can’t seem to get a gym spot no matter how early you wake up? Find yourself shutting your Zoom workout off after a few minutes? Daman Heros Abu Dhabi is offering outdoor, in-person fitness classes completely free of charge. Be sure to come early as only the first 20 people can be admitted to the in-person workouts. The schedule can be found here.