What To Know
- The Miami Vibes Food Festival has returned to the capital, bringing its signature pastel colours, playful styling, and a strong food line-up to Umm Al Emarat Park.
- Creative workshops such as the After 12 Cake Decoration Workshop, along with hands-on activities from Adventure Slime and Shades Studio, add a playful edge to the event.
- Running until January 26, 2026, the popular festival has already drawn crowds of food lovers, families, and content creators keen to soak up the Miami-inspired atmosphere in one of Abu Dhabi’s most loved green spaces.
Abu Dhabi’s winter event calendar is in full swing, and one of the season’s most Instagrammable pop-ups is officially underway. The Miami Vibes Food Festival has returned to the capital, bringing its signature pastel colours, playful styling, and a strong food line-up to Umm Al Emarat Park.
Running until January 26, 2026, the popular festival has already drawn crowds of food lovers, families, and content creators keen to soak up the Miami-inspired atmosphere in one of Abu Dhabi’s most loved green spaces.
A pastel playground for food lovers
Known as one of the UAE’s most photogenic food festivals, Miami Vibes transforms Umm Al Emarat Park with colourful installations, neon accents, and themed photo spots that make every corner Insta-ready. The open-air pop-up encourages a relaxed, graze-as-you-go dining experience, allowing visitors to explore at their own pace.
This year’s edition features 33 participating vendors, showcasing a curated mix of homegrown food brands, cafés, dessert concepts, and retail names. Many of the businesses taking part are owned by Emirati entrepreneurs, adding a strong local flavour to the festival.
What’s on the menu
Visitors can expect a wide variety of options, from comfort food and sweet treats to specialty coffee and savoury bites. The vendor line-up includes Four Cheese, Not A Big Deal, Choco Fundoe, Yaz Brew Café, Brewtopia, Mr. Ramen, Roots, Bloom Café, The Spectre Café, Luna Café, and several others, making it easy to mix and match throughout the evening.
Whether you’re in the mood for something indulgent, light, or caffeine-forward, Miami Vibes offers plenty of choice across the park.
More than just food
Beyond dining, the festival delivers interactive experiences designed for both adults and children. Creative workshops such as the After 12 Cake Decoration Workshop, along with hands-on activities from Adventure Slime and Shades Studio, add a playful edge to the event.
For those looking for high-energy fun, attractions include Adventure Star Bounce and Chicken Runner, while Sugar Daddy Desserts adds another sweet stop to the route. Visitors can also capture the moment at Captured Photo, a themed photo booth offering postcard-style keepsakes.
Extend your park visit
Miami Vibes runs alongside Umm Al Emarat Park’s wider winter programming. The Park Market, held every Friday and Saturday from 4pm to 10pm, continues to bring live entertainment and family-friendly activities into the evening.
Film fans can also enjoy Cinema at the Park on Fridays and Saturdays, while Cinematic Sundays, held in collaboration with Image Nation, take place from 6pm.
Ticket details
Miami Vibes is open daily from 4pm, with last entry at 11pm.
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Tickets: AED 15 per adult
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Children (up to 12 years): AED 10
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Park entry: AED 10 (payable separately)
GO: Follow @miamivibes.ae on Instagram for the latest updates and event highlights.
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