Mayfest in Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi

Say hello to summer with Mayfest at Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi – a vibrant celebration filled with fun, energy, and unforgettable experiences. In-house guests are treated to the full spirit of Mayfest, with live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and energising wellness sessions. Whether you're soaking up sunset beats, joining a beach workout, or watching your little ones create magical memories, Mayfest is the perfect way to welcome the season in true Rixos style.

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May Festival Programme:

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1stof May

Thursday, May 1st

  • 12.00pm to 1.00pm: Aqua Jumping with Aqua Fitness expert and trainer Sandra Perlini at the Family Pool
  • 3.00pm to 4.00pm: Live Kitchen Workshop with Executive Chef Enes Making Turkish Simit at People’s Restaurant 
  • 4.00pm to 6.00pm: Rixy Splash Party at Rixy Pool
  • 4.00pm to 6.00pm: Sunset Party with DJ Yulia at the beach 
  • 8.30pm to 9.00pm: Kids’ Balloon Show at Rixy Stage
  • 9.00pm to 10.30pm: Afro Party with DJ Yasin Sezgin at Antidote Bar

 

Kick off Mayfest with high-energy aqua fun, delicious Turkish delights, and a sunset beach party, ending the night with an Afro-infused DJ set.

 

2ndof May

Friday, May 2nd

  • 11.00am to 12.00pm: Beach Workout 
  • 2.00pm to 3.00pm: Pool Olympics at Rixy Pool
  • 4.00pm to 4.30pm: Salsa Dance Workshop with J-Papi at the Garden Stage
  • 4.00pm to 6.00pm: Sunset Party with DJ Yulia at Isla Beach Bar
  • 8.30pm to 9.00pm: Kids’ Magic Show at Rixy Stage
  • 9.00pm to 10.30pm: Funky Soul Live Sunset Performance at the Garden Stage
  • 10.30pm to 2.00am: Karaoke Night at Antidote Bar 

Get active with a beach workout, join a lively salsa workshop, and enjoy a magical evening of family entertainment and soulful live music.

 

3rdof May

Saturday, May 3rd

  • 4.00pm to 6.00pm: Rixy Kids Carnival at Rixy Garden 
  • 4.00pm to 5.00pm: Mixology Workshop: Hugo Spritz at People’s Terrace
  • 4.30pm to 6.30pm: Sunset Vibes with DJ Sarikaya at Rixy Stage 
  • 8.30pm to 9.00pm: Kids Neon Bubble Show at Rixy Stage
  • 9.00pm to 10.30pm: Groove Addiction Live Performance at the Garden Stage

 

A day full of colour and creativity for the little ones, topped off with refreshing cocktails, neon bubbles, and groovy sunset beats.

 

4thof May

Sunday, May 4th

  • 4.00pm to 5.00pm: Ice Bath Treatment at the Sports Area
  • 4.00pm to 5.30pm: Rhythm Live Band Sunset Performance at the beach 
  • 5.30pm to 6.30pm: Samba Workshop at the Garden Stage
  • 4.30pm to 5.00pm: Bachata Dance Workshop with J-Papi at Garden Stage
  • 8.30pm to 9.00pm: Science Show at Rixy Stage
  • 9.00pm to 10.30pm: Willy William Performance at the Garden Stage 
  • 11.00pm to 2.00am: After Party with Elena Fishman at Anti:Dote Bar 

Recharge with an ice bath, sway to live rhythms at sunset, and dance the night away with a spectacular performance by Willy William.

 

5thof May

Monday, May 5th

  • 12.00pm to 12.30pm: Kids Trampolining at the Wellness Area 
  • 3.00pm to 4.00pm: Live Kitchen Workshop with Executive Chef Enes Making Sushi at People’s Restaurant 
  • 4.00pm to 6.30pm: Sunset Party with DJ Dogus Cabacor at the beach 
  • 5.00pm to 8.00pm: Rixy Kids Fest at Rixy Garden
  • 5.00pm to 6.00pm: Group Cycle at the Garden Stage
  • 9.00pm to 10.30pm: Afro Journey Live Performance at the Garden Stage
  • 11.00pm to 2.00am: After Party with DJ Eva Markes at Anti-Dote Bar

From sushi-making and family cycling to kids' festivals and epic sunset DJ sessions with Dogus Cabakcor – the fun continues well into the night.

 

6thof May

Tuesday, May 6th

  • 2.00pm to 3.00pm: Kids’ Rug Tufting at Rixy Kids Club
  • 5.00pm to 6.00pm: Sound Healing at Isla Beach Bar Terrace
  • 4.00pm to 5.00pm: Mixology Workshop: Negroni at People’s Terrace
  • 4.00pm to 5.00pm: Master Chef Kids Waffles at Rixy Kids Club
  • 4.00pm to 6.30pm: Sunset Vibes with DJ Sineta at the beach
  • 9.00pm to 10.30pm: Ethno Vibe Live at the Garden Stage
  • 11.00pm to 12.30am: Party with Paranoir at Anti:Dote Bar
  • 12.30am to 2.00am: After Party at Anti:Dote Bar

Get creative with tufting and waffle workshops, unwind with sound healing, and end the night with vibrant live performances and DJ vibes with Pranoir.

 

7thof May

Wednesday, May 7th

  • 11.30am to 12.00pm: Aqua Boxing at the Family Pool
  • 2.00pm to 3.00pm: Kids Aqua Zumba at the Kids pool
  • 3.00pm to 4.00pm: Live Kitchen Workshop with Executive Chef Enes Making Tiramisu at People’s Restaurant 
  • 4.30pm to 5.00pm: Latin Party Mix Workshop at the Garden Stage
  • 5.00pm to 8.00pm: Rixy Art Fest at Rixy Garden 
  • 9.00pm to 10.30pm: Samba Show at the Garden Stage
  • 10.30pm to 2.00am: Karaoke Night at Anti:Dote Bar 

 

A full day of interactive fun – think aqua boxing, art festivals, and a lively samba show to wrap up a spirited evening.

 

8thof May

Thursday, May 8th

  • 11.30am to 12.00pm: Aerial Bath Healing at the Sports Area
  • 2.00pm to 3.00pm: Mini Olympics at Rixy Garden 
  • 3.00pm to 4.00pm: Mixology Workshop: Margarita at People’s Terrace
  • 4.00pm to 6.30pm: Sunset Project: Walter Scalzone ft. DJ Sarikaya at the beach
  • 8.30pm to 9.00pm: Nicola Tesla Kids Show at Rixy Stage
  • 9.00pm to 10.30pm: Groove Addiction Live Performance at the Garden Stage
  • 11.00pm to 2.00am: After Party at Anti:Dote Bar 

 

From aerial healing and mini Olympics to a show-stopping sunset performance on the beach – this is Mayfest at its most dynamic.

 

9thof May

Friday, May 9th

  • 1.00pm to 3.00pm: Rixy Kites Fest at the beach 
  • 4.30pm to 5.30pm: Beach Crossfit
  • 5.30pm to 6.00pm: Reggaeton Dance Workshop with J-Papi at the Sports Area 
  • 9.00pm to 10.30pm: Rhythm Live Performance at the Garden Stage
  • 11.00pm to 2.00am: Masquerade Party at Anti:Dote Bar

Wrap up Mayfest with kites on the beach, dance sessions by the sea, and a dazzling masquerade party to close the week in true Rixos style

 

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