ABU DHABI HOUSE MOVEMENT AND HARTLEY REOPEN FAHID BEACH CLUB

On Saturday, 27 September, the capital’s rising house music collective, Abu Dhabi House Movement, takes over Fahid Beach Club as DJ's Decembr12 and Hartley bring the heat in a community-first spirited event on the sand.

From laid-back daytime grooves to after-sunset energy, expect pure house vibes, white sands, and that effortless Fahid cool. Gather your crew, feel the beat, and join the movement by the shore.

What: Abu Dhabi House Movement session
When: Saturday 27 September, 8pm to until late
Price: AED150 per person (includes one complimentary drinks)

The Details:
What: Beach Day Pass offering full-day access to the beach and facilities
When: Wednesdays to Sundays, noon to 7pm
Price: Weekdays - AED150 (single bed); AED250 (double bed); AED350 (small cabana); AED500 (large cabana); Weekends - AED250 (single bed); AED350 (double bed); AED500 (small cabana); AED1000 (large cabana). Fully redeemable against F&B. Reservations are available for families with children until 6PM, and pets are allowed until 7PM.

Beach Day Pass
Soak up the ultimate coastal vibes at Fahid Beach Club by Barbossa. Whether you're stretched out on a sunbed, unwinding in your own cabana, or making a splash with kayaking and beach volleyball, it's all about easy days and ocean energy.

Families, kids, and even pets are welcome to join the laid-back vibe, while food trucks and the beach bar serve up a vibrant mix of Mexican-inspired à la carte dishes and ice-cold favourites - from craft cocktails to crisp beers. With no minimum spend, it’s all about enjoying cool beach days with a side of flavour and fun.

We caught up with Hartley ahead of this weekends gig at Fahid Beach Club...

Please introduce yourself and describe your sound...

I’m Hartley, born in the UK to a British father and Polish mother. Growing up in a musical household with my dad as a bass player, I was surrounded by 80s music, which heavily influenced my journey. I’ve been passionate about electronic music since childhood—my first iPod age 11 was packed with everything from Happy Hardcore to Dubstep and D&B, which I still love today. My sound revolves around groove, blending different sub genres of house to keep the energy flowing.

How long have you been DJ'ing overall and when did you move to the UAE, what have been your stand out DJ moments here?

I moved to Dubai in September 2013 after a summer in Ibiza, where music from that golden era still inspires me. Fridays were all about Blue Marlin, watching artists like WAFF, Jamie Jones and Joseph Capriati. That same year, I got my first DJ controller as a Christmas gift and started experimenting and trying to DJ. I've always loved digging and would spend time finding new music.

Fast forward 6/7 years, I had lessons from my friend Callum (he still to this day is one of the best DJs I know, he was also my PT at the time!) and I got my first residency that year. I started to learn to produce on a couple of platforms in 2021 and got my first one to one production lessons soon after which I think really helped. Key moments playing here include playing Dubai’s Elrow event in 2023 and a set for Defected. Going from empty restaurants to global parties has been an incredible journey, and I’m grateful for everyone who has supported me along the way and given me a chance.