There will be no shortage of fun things to see and do for kids with face-painters, arts and crafts, clowns, balloon benders and much more.

The countdown is on to the party of the year, and it’s all happening at The Galleria Al Maryah Island’s Block Party this Friday November 15th. From 12 noon to 12 midnight, the entire community is invited to the island to enjoy a mega-celebration that offers something for everyone, be it a fun family day out with the kids, or a thrilling evening of A-list concerts with your friends. What’s more, the Block Party is a free event, giving everyone the chance to enjoy the festivities.

Two large outdoor Family Zones will be set up in Abu Dhabi Global Market Square (ADGM), perfect for families and parents with little ones or strollers. There will be no shortage of fun things to see and do for kids with face-painters, arts & crafts, clowns, balloon benders, stilt walkers, jugglers and much more available for little ones.

Al Falah Street, which will be pedestrian only, will be the pulse of the Block Party and also the prime location to view the A-List concerts live. At 1:15pm and 5:45pm, the Abu Dhabi Police Band will lead a parade through the street, playing the UAE National Anthem. A medley of songs will then follow, accompanied by a performance of traditional Ayala dancers.

A programme of roaming entertainment and street acts inside The Galleria, on Al Falah Street and at the Family Zones from 1:15pm, will also ensure that everyone experiences the Block Party fun. These include Bollywood & Bhangra Dance Troupes, LED Drummers, Balloon Stilt Walkers, Living Statues and Jugglers.

The evening entertainment will commence from 4:00pm until late, starting with a line-up of local DJs including DJ Bliss, who will warm up the crowds for the highly anticipated live concerts once the sun has set. Fans will be thrilled with spectacular live performances by international superstars Abu, Nadine Lustre, Yo Yo Honey Singh and DJ Jazzy Jeff.