What's On Abu Dhabi Awards 2027 - Registration

The What's On Abu Dhabi Awards 2027 is an industry awards night in Abu Dhabi, built around the chefs, managers, hosts and teams who stand behind the capital's restaurants, venues and nights out. This listing is for registration, the step that puts a place or a person into the running for the 2027 edition.

The awards are presented as Abu Dhabi's largest food and entertainment industry awards, and the only ones decided by public vote. They honour venues and individuals that have made a real impact over the past year. Hundreds of entrants compete for a What's On trophy, and the evening itself brings together leading professionals from across the UAE for what is described as one of the standout nights of the industry calendar.

The focus is on the capital's dining, entertainment and nightlife scene: the talent that shapes where people eat, drink, go out and spend their evenings. Expect recognition for those who earned it, memorable moments on the night and a room full of people who influence what Abu Dhabi does next.

Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates, and its hospitality scene has grown well beyond hotel dining. Yas Island, Saadiyat Island, the Corniche and the city centre each have their own mix of restaurants, beach clubs, bars and entertainment venues. An awards night that looks at the whole of that landscape gives a useful snapshot of where the scene stands. For Dubai residents, Abu Dhabi is a drive of roughly an hour to an hour and a half, which makes it a realistic trip for anyone in the industry.

This event suits restaurateurs, venue operators, hospitality and entertainment professionals and their teams who want to enter the competition, as well as people who follow the capital's food and nightlife closely. Because the awards are decided by public vote, they also speak to anyone who has a favourite spot in Abu Dhabi and cares about who gets recognised.