Mixed-gender gatherings
Thoughtfully curated experiences where men and women gather together.
The art of getting together
One hand, for our Abu Dhabi.
An Abu Dhabi community. Discover free, curated gatherings — with dedicated women-only experiences.
Why we exist
Abu Dhabi has always known the art of gathering.
Inspired by the warmth of the majlis, we bring people together through meaningful experiences, creativity, heritage and care for the land.
The Hive
A community, not just events
So we’re bringing the majlis back.The Hive Society brings people of all nationalities together in Abu Dhabi. Discover thoughtfully curated gatherings for everyone, with dedicated experiences for women.
Belong
Small gatherings, genuine conversations and a warm welcome for everyone.
Create
Pottery, palm weaving, writing, photography. A space to try new things and share what we make.
Care for the land
Every gathering is hosted sustainably, and every season we plant something for Abu Dhabi.
"Like the ghaf, we grow slowly, with deep roots, so we last."
Who it's for
For Abu Dhabi, for everyone
Men and women of all nationalities are welcome. Join for creative experiences, cultural heritage, sustainability and meaningful connections.
A note from our founder
A community that isn't sustainable won't last — and a city cannot flourish without a strong, creative community behind it.
I started The Hive because I believe the best of Abu Dhabi is built by people who truly know one another. Nothing worth keeping grows in a day. Like the ghaf, we plant slowly and deeply — one gathering, one friendship, one tree at a time.
Meera Al AhbabiFounder, The Hive Society
Our gatherings
Five ways to gather
Every season brings a small number of gatherings, each hosted The Hive Way.
Women-only gatherings
Experiences thoughtfully created for women.
Gatherings are free. Members can keep a place or join the waitlist when full.
The first season's gatherings will be shared with the founding community first.
A glimpse of what we imagine
Gathering with intention
From a welcoming majlis to creative workshops and time outdoors — experiences rooted in Abu Dhabi.
A Hive gathering
How an evening unfolds
Small enough to know everyone's name by the end. Every gathering follows the same gentle rhythm.
Our promise
The Hive Way
Every gathering is hosted the way our grandmothers lived: generously, and in harmony with the land.
We only claim what we actually do.Before buildings, the ghaf was our first majlis.
Inspired by Sheikh Zayed's love for the land
Our impact
What we grow together
We measure success in friendships made, land cared for and local women supported.
Friendships
Our hope is that every guest leaves feeling more connected to Abu Dhabi and its people.
The land
Zero single-use plastic at every gathering, and something planted for Abu Dhabi every season.
Local women
Every gathering supports women makers, from the food on the table to the gifts we take home.
We’ll share our real numbers here after our first season.
Questions
Good to know
Anything else? Write to us at hello@thehivesociety.ae
Collaborate
Create something worth gathering for
We collaborate with approved partners to bring meaningful cultural, creative and sustainable experiences to Abu Dhabi.
Partnership enquiries
hello@thehivesociety.ae