The second Abaya Rally was held to mark Emirati Women's Day at Yas Marina Circuit and Al Raha Beach Hotel in Abu Dhabi on August 28. All photos: Orbit Events
The aim of the event was to 'celebrate the power of the abaya', organisers said.
One hundred cars, all driven by women in abayas, rode through Abu Dhabi's Yas Marina Circuit for the event.
The adventure-infused initiative recognised the impact that women, along with their achievements and strengths have had.
The organisers of Abaya Rally also put together the first Kandura Rally in Dubai in July.
Cars preparing to take part in the Abaya Rally.
Participants at the Abaya Rally line up before the parade.
All women who took part in the event were dressed in abayas.
The starting point of the Abaya Rally.
The Abaya Rally concluded with a gala at Al Raha Beach Hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Thirty female Emirati achievers were honoured at the gala along with 10 officers from Abu Dhabi Police.
The event also featured a panel discussion, titled Empowering Women: Leadership, Vision and Empowering Change for a Sustainable Future.
Founded by Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak in 2015 to recognise Emirati women’s efforts and celebrate their accomplishments, Emirati Women's Day is observed every year with a different theme.
A fashion show was also held at the Abaya Rally gala.
A model showcases a look by abaya label Hanayen.
The second Abaya Rally was held to mark Emirati Women's Day at Yas Marina Circuit and Al Raha Beach Hotel in Abu Dhabi on August 28. All photos: Orbit Events
The aim of the event was to 'celebrate the power of the abaya', organisers said.
One hundred cars, all driven by women in abayas, rode through Abu Dhabi's Yas Marina Circuit for the event.
The adventure-infused initiative recognised the impact that women, along with their achievements and strengths have had.
The organisers of Abaya Rally also put together the first Kandura Rally in Dubai in July.
Cars preparing to take part in the Abaya Rally.
Participants at the Abaya Rally line up before the parade.
All women who took part in the event were dressed in abayas.
The starting point of the Abaya Rally.
The Abaya Rally concluded with a gala at Al Raha Beach Hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Thirty female Emirati achievers were honoured at the gala along with 10 officers from Abu Dhabi Police.
The event also featured a panel discussion, titled Empowering Women: Leadership, Vision and Empowering Change for a Sustainable Future.
Founded by Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak in 2015 to recognise Emirati women’s efforts and celebrate their accomplishments, Emirati Women's Day is observed every year with a different theme.
A fashion show was also held at the Abaya Rally gala.