Al Maryah Island to welcome The Ripe Market this weekend 

Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi’s premier business and lifestyle destination, has been confirmed as the location for The Ripe Market, a community-led platform to support homegrown businesses.

From December 2 to April 29, The Ripe Market, in partnership with Abu Dhabi wealth fund Mubadala, will run from 3 pm to 10 pm every Friday and Saturday on the island’s South Plaza. 

Senior vice president of the UAE investments at Mubadala, Ali Fikree, said: “Supporting local businesses and engaging the local community are vital components of the continued growth of Al Maryah Island and Abu Dhabi. 

“The Ripe Market provides a platform where home-grown brands and concepts can thrive, adding immensely to the family and lifestyle options available on the island.”

The market is a platform for local entrepreneurs to promote their brands and offer experiences including live cooking stations, arts and crafts, and locally made retail products. Small businesses can harness this opportunity to engage new and existing customers, expand their reach and grow their portfolios.

 The market will display products by artisan merchants including organic skincare, fashion, jewellery, handcrafted leather bags and artwork.

“As both a leading lifestyle destination and the premier business district in Abu Dhabi, we play a key role in contributing to the economic diversification of the emirate and the UAE,” said Mr Ali Fikree.

“One of the ways we achieve this is by creating a platform for small businesses to connect with clients, enter new partnerships, and expand their companies.

“Putting people first is at the heart of everything we do. With partnerships like The Ripe Market, we continue to grow businesses and enhance the experience for all our guests, effectively bringing visitors and residents together and adding to the unrivalled offering, and unique experiences across retail, dining, entertainment and hospitality that Al Maryah Island is renowned for.”

The Island is set to host world-class events in the upcoming months, including fireworks to celebrate the UAE’s 51st National Day celebrations, which will light up the sky on December 2-3 from 9 pm.

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