What to Do - August 22, 2026

8 Things To Check Out in Bahrain This Week (23 – 26 August)

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It’s the last week of August, and it’s filled with flavour and fun things to do! Dining specials, happy hours, and ladies’ nights are taking over the island, and for artists and adventurers, there are plenty of activities. There’s no reason to just wait for the weekend; plenty to do from Sunday to Wednesday.

This week’s pick covers an array of budgets, neighbourhoods, and moods, so whether you’re heading out solo, with friends, or with family in tow, there should be something worth circling in the diary. As always, it’s worth checking venues directly for any last-minute changes to timings or bookings.

Here’s a list of things to do in Bahrain this week. Happy exploring!

8 Things To Do This Week in Bahrain (23 – 26 August)

Dining at Avli by tashas with Harbour Views

Have you dined at Avli by tashas at the Bahrain Financial Harbour yet? You go for the relaxed long lunches or breezy dinners that spill onto the terrace, and stay for the uninterrupted views across the water as the sun sets over the Manama skyline, as you enjoy Greek flavours.

  • Date: All Week
  • Time: 1:00 pm – 12:00 am
  • Location: Bahrain Harbour
  • Reservations: Click here

Tropical Hour at Mai Tai Lounge Adliya

Escape the weekday routine with rooftop views, tropical bites, and refreshing drinks. 50% off selected alcoholic beverages and 20% off food.

  • Date: All Week
  • Time: 5:00 pm – midnight
  • Location: Adliya
  • Details: Click here

Dining at Do Tell

New bites have landed at Do Tell! More to try, more to share, and more reasons to linger at the table overlooking the iconic Bahrain Bay.

  • Date: All Week
  • Time: 4:00 pm – midnight
  • Location: Bahrain Bay
  • Details: Click here

Cup Making Workshop at Passion Art

Learn the basics of shaping your own cute, personalised cup to drink from, with the option to paint your own mug straight after for a bit of extra creativity. A relaxed evening for anyone who likes coming home with something they made themselves.

  • Date: Monday | 24 August
  • Time: 7:00 pm
  • Location: Passion Art
  • Price: BHD 10 (cup making) | BHD 5.5 (mug painting, optional add-on)
  • Details: Click here

Ladies Night at The Gulf Hotel

Celebrate with your girl squad! The Gulf Hotel hosts a ladies’ night with half-price dining at the hotel – we’re talking food, drinks, and a vibrant atmosphere, all included.

  • Date: Tuesday | 25 August
  • Location: Adliya
  • Contact: 17713000
  • Details: Click here

Nori Club at Sumosan

Tuesdays get a lot more interesting with Nori Club. Fresh seafood, premium ingredients and perfectly crisp nori come together for a hand roll experience that’s easy to fall into a habit of. A simple, satisfying way to start the evening at Sumosan.

  • Date: Tuesday | 25 August
  • Time: 5:30 pm
  • Location: Sumosan Bahrain
  • Details: Click here

Señorita Night at Cantina Kahlo

Wednesdays get a bit more colourful at Cantina Kahlo. Señorita Night is made just for the ladies, with pink churros, lively social hour promotions, and a bright, fun atmosphere that makes midweek feel like a proper night out.

Book Club By The Well

A welcoming space for open discussion and self-reflection, built around this week’s pick, The Midnight Library by Matt Haig. The session weaves together conversation, community connection, reflection activities, and snacks, with the book’s themes offering plenty to talk through together.

  • Date: Wednesday | 26 August
  • Time: 6:00 pm
  • Price: BHD 5
  • Details: Click here

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