As the regional conflict enters its fourth week, a slightly clearer picture is emerging of what remains open, what is bouncing back.
With the industry closely monitoring signs of recovery and continuity, Qatar-based strategic communications and advisory firm, Northbourne Advisory, has been tracking the commercial and cultural impact of the US-Iran conflict across Qatar, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Bahrain in real time.
Northbourne has been publishing daily executive dashboards, cross-referencing official event calendars, government directives, airline operational updates, port authorities, and international sporting body announcements, providing critical updates for the region's PR and comms community.
Their Day 27 report (March 26, 2026) tracks 238 events across four Gulf states, citing 684 sources verified against official reporting. The following update offers a look at the attractions that have re-opened, and key events that remain planned across the region.
Re-openings & Planned events
While the conflict has caused significant disruption, a notable number of attractions and high-profile events continue to operate or remain on the calendar.
Re-opened attractions
Several major cultural and leisure destinations have resumed operations after initial periods of caution or suspension:
Global Village, Dubai (UAE): This major seasonal attraction is currently listed as re-opened and operational.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi (UAE): One of the region's most iconic landmarks is open to visitors.
Louvre Abu Dhabi (UAE): The premier art and civilisation museum has resumed its standard schedule.
Museum of the Future, Dubai (UAE): The architectural landmark is now open to the public.
National Museum of Qatar (Qatar): Doha’s flagship cultural institution is currently operational.
Museum of Islamic Art (Qatar): This key cultural site in Doha has also re-opened its doors
Key events: planned & proceeding
Despite the "elevated" risk status across the region, several major international events are still slated to proceed as planned:
WWE Night of Champions 2026 (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia): Scheduled for May 2026, this major sporting event remains on the calendar.
Canelo Alvarez: "Mexico Against the World" (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia): The high-profile boxing match is still planned for September 12, 2026.
Christina Aguilera (Abu Dhabi, UAE): The concert at Etihad Arena is currently confirmed for April 24.
Big 5 Construct Saudi (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia): While the March dates were impacted, the event has been rescheduled to a "planned" status for September 2026.
Dubai Drinks Expo (UAE): This industry gathering is currently planned for October 22–23, 2026.
Fire Middle East Conference (UAE): This event is rescheduled and remains on the planned list for November 30, 2026.
Note: Regional conditions remain fluid, so while these attractions and events are currently listed as open or planned, Northbourne Advisory recommends checking with official event organisers for the most up-to-the-minute confirmations.
More at northbourneadvisory.com.
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