Across the UAE, organisations are paying closer attention to how they engage employees, strengthen internal culture, and maintain client relationships during the Holy Month. At Saadiyat Nights, Layali Ramadan is shaping suhoor into an environment that supports these priorities, including blending hospitality with opportunities for teams and leaders to connect in a relaxed and meaningful setting.
Here are four reasons why Layali Ramadan is the perfect place to host your workplace events:
- An open-air setting that changes the tone
Rather than the formality of hotel ballrooms or closed indoor venues, the open-air location on Saadiyat Island offers companies a different backdrop for leadership dinners and department gatherings. Running nightly from 9pm to 3am, the format naturally aligns with post-work schedules and allows businesses flexibility in shaping the evening around conversation and connection.
Location also plays a role in Layali Ramadan’s appeal for business hosts. Situated close to the Saadiyat Cultural District and within easy reach of Yas Island and Abu Dhabi city centre, the venue is well positioned for organisations welcoming regional executives, visiting clients, or cross-market teams.
- A social layout designed for real conversation
The Layali Ramadan environment is intentionally designed to support interaction. Lounge seating encourages teams to mix beyond usual work groups, while soft live music and shared table settings foster a sense of community and create a calm atmosphere for informal dialogue. Light interactive elements, including board games, add a fun layer to the evening, giving colleagues the chance to socialise. The result is an atmosphere that supports relationship-building in a way that feels natural rather than structured.
- A curated culinary experience by Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental
For the 2026 edition, the dining experience will be anchored by Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental as the official food and beverage partner, offering a culinary programme specially designed for Layali Ramadan.
Guests will be served a curated set menu featuring an elegant selection of savoury dishes, Emirati-inspired flavours, desserts, and Arabic teas and coffees. The offering combines quality and reliability, giving corporate hosts confidence in the overall experience and allowing them to focus on their guests.
- Entertainment and culture that add depth to the evening
Enhancing the ambience, live entertainment takes place every evening, creating a soothing soundtrack for suhoor gatherings. On weekends, cultural activations will introduce additional elements inspired by Emirati heritage, inviting guests to engage with local traditions throughout the month.
The business relevance of people-focused experiences is reflected in wider workplace research. Data from Gallup shows the UAE continues to outperform much of the Middle East and North Africa in employee engagement, highlighting the country’s growing focus on workplace culture.
Complementing this, a 2025 UAE study led by the University of Sharjah surveyed more than 300 public-sector employees and found a positive work environment was the strongest driver of productivity, followed closely by leadership behaviour and job security. Together, these findings reinforce why companies are investing in initiatives that prioritise culture and employee appreciation alongside digital transformation.
By framing Ramadan hospitality around conversation and connection, Layali Ramadan reflects a wider shift in how organisations approach seasonal engagement, moving beyond social obligation towards experiences that support long-term culture building.
Layali Ramadan operates on a minimum-spend dining credit basis: Dh150 per person on weekdays and Dh200 Friday to Sunday. The minimum spend applies to food and beverages from an a la carte menu, while groups of 20 or more can access an exclusive set menu.
Layali Ramadan is presented by Experience Abu Dhabi and Emirates NBD and supported by Aldar, CFI Trade, Al Masaoof Equipment Rental, and Miral.
