Things to do in Dubai
Here's what is happening in Dubai and the Northern Emirates this week
April 1, 2019
Looking for something to do in Dubai this week? From concerts and art exhibitions to fitness and family-friendly places to visit, here are the best things to do.
Bookmark this list, as we'll add to it throughout the month, and update it several times each week. Planning to visit the capital? Here is our list of things to do in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
PERFORMANCES & EVENTS
Comedians at Work
Tuesday, April 2
Comedians at Work features aspiring and seasoned Dubomedy comics taking the mic to perform and work out the fine-tuning of their improv and stand-up material. Register to attend, then arrive early for coffee, food or dessert, and to get a good seat.
7.30pm, free, ages 13+, Public Cafe, Cluster T, Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai, reservations essential at rsvp@dubomedy.com
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Elissa in concert
Friday, April 5
See Lebanese singer Elissa live in concert at The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah in a free performance. She will sing songs from her latest album Ila Kol Elli Bihebbouni, including hits Maktooba Leek and Nefsi Aollo.
8pm, free, The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, 04 390 9999, www.thepointe.ae
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World Art Dubai
Wednesday, April 3 to Saturday, April 6
Visit World Art Dubai, an affordable retail art fair, and find paintings, prints, sculptures and photographs by artists from 30 countries in an array of cultures, styles and budgets from Dh350. The event also features live painting sessions, expert talks and hands-on creative learning workshops.
2pm to 9pm on April 3; 1pm to 9pm from Thursday to Saturday, from Dh25 at the door; from Dh20 online, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, www.worldartdubai.com
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Capernaum film screening
Until Saturday, April 6
Now is your chance to see the film Capernaum, which won the Jury Prize at Cannes and was nominated for an Oscar, Golden Globe and Bafta, among others. Directed by Nadine Labaki, the film tells the story of Zain (Zain Al Refeea), a Lebanese boy who sues his negligent parents for the “crime” of giving him life. The streetwise child uses his wits to survive and meets a migrant worker who helps him find his way.
Various timings, from Dh52.50, Cinema Akil, Warehouse 68, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.cinemaakil.com
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Seuls (Alone) documentary screening
Saturday, April 6
Teenagers aged 14 to 17 are invited to attend Cine Teens, a monthly programme hosted by Alliance Francaise Dubai, which aims to help them discover French cinema as they improve their French comprehension. The 2017 film Seuls (Alone) by David Moreau is about 16-year-old Leila, who wakes up one morning and discovers that everyone has disappeared, and she believes that she is the lone survivor of an unexplained disaster. After the film, teens are invited to take part in a short discussion in French.
2.30pm to 5pm, free with registration, Alliance Francaise Dubai Theatre, Oud Metha, Dubai, 04 335 8712, register at mediatheque@afdubai.org
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Italian Film Week at Cinema Akil
Friday, April 5 to Thursday, April 11
Catch screenings during Italian Film Week in the Emirates at Cinema Akil. The series features seven films: the 1916 silent film love story Tigre Real; 2015 superhero film They Call Me Jeeg; the 2017 English-language film Nico, 1988 about the German singer-songwriter for The Velvet Underground; the 2001 comedy-drama One Man Up about two men with the same name living parallel lives; the 2016 sport film Italian Race about a family racing business; the 2010 comedy Loose Cannons (pictured), about a family pasta company; and the 2017 drama Tenderness, about the joys of an unexpected friendship.
From Dh52.50, Cinema Akil, Warehouse 68, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.cinemaakil.com
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Epic Smash at Smash Room
Friday, April 12
Once a month, Smash Room will host the Epic Smash, where up to 10 guests can get an adrenalin rush from pounding high-value items such as refrigerators, washing machines and even a car. Put on the protective gear, choose your weapon – sledgehammer, cricket bat, hammer or crowbar – and unleash your rage. Items are sourced from junkyards across the country and are recycled after being destroyed. Dates will be announced at the beginning of each month.
from Dh500, The Smash Room, Umm Suqeim, Dubai, 058 198 2323, www.thesmashroom.ae
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Still Dancing – A True Story of a Parkinson’s Hero
Friday, April 12 and Saturday, April 13
Book tickets to see a performance of Still Dancing – A True Story of a Parkinson’s Hero. To mark World Parkinson’s Day, which is on April 11, Third Half Theatre and Movement Mantra share the story of a family through music and dance, following their lives, joys and hardships.
7.30pm on April 12; 3.30pm and 7.30pm on April 13, from Dh100, The Junction, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.platinumlist.net
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Sand Sculptures at Kite Beach
Until Saturday, April 13
Visit Kite Beach this school break and when you spend Dh50, kids can play in the dedicated play area and learn how to make sand-sculptures from master artist Daniel Coriga, who has created hundreds of sand masterpieces around the world. There will also be activities such as tug-o-war, sack races, obstacle course, beach bowling and limbo.
10am to 6pm, from Dh50 minimum spend to access the sand-sculpting activity zone, Kite Beach, Dubai, 04 317 3999, www.kitebeach.ae
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The Jungle Book
Thursday, April 4 to Sunday, April 7 and Tuesday, April 9 to Saturday, April 13
Catch a performance of The Jungle Book, Rudyard Kipling’s classic tale told in British musical theatre style with colourful costumes, music, comedy and audience participation. Join Mowgli and his animal friends Baloo, Bagheera, King Louie and Kaa on an adventure to escape the wrath of the tiger Shere Khan.
7pm on April 4; 3pm and 7pm on April 5, April 11 and April 12; 11am and 3pm on April 6, April 7, April 9, April 10 and April 13 (no show on April 8), from Dh120, Madinat Theatre, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, 04 366 6546, www.platinumlist.net
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OliOli Carnival
Friday, April 5 to Saturday, April 13
The OliOli Carnival features games and activities with humorous twists for children and parents alike. There are three dedicated areas, including The Absurd Arcade, with re-imaginations of classic games; Insane Illusions, where experiments and live magic tricks will have kids in awe; and Classic Carnival Games, where they can learn the science behind fun favourites.
9am to 7pm, Saturday to Wednesday; 9am to 9pm on Thursday and Friday, from Dh42 per adult; from Dh155 per child older than 23 months; from Dh93 per toddler from 12 to 23 months, OliOli, next to Oasis Centre, Al Quoz, Dubai, 04 702 7300, www.olioli.ae
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‘-ing’ Creative Festival
Thursday, April 11 to Saturday, April 13
The -ing Creative Festival brings together top international photographers, designers and artists for a series of 38 workshops and talks that aim to connect with and inspire local talent. Workshops include personal branding development, career development for creatives and event identity design. There will also be a creative market, activities for the public and special deals at restaurants and shops in Dubai Design District.
8.30am to 9.30pm, from Dh950, Dubai Design District, Dubai, www.ingcreatives.com
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Middle East Film & Comic Con
Thursday, April 11 to Saturday, April 13
Book your tickets for the Middle East Film & Comic Con, where super fans will meet superheroes through panel talks, workshops and activities. Plus, there will be merchandise to purchase, a cosplay contest and parade, comic and manga artists, eSports games and celebrity meet-and-greets including Ross Marquand of The Walking Dead and voice actress Tara Strong.
2pm to 10pm on Thursday; noon to 10pm on Friday; 1pm to 9pm on Saturday, from Dh115 for a one-day pass, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, www.mefcc.com
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Amstel Quartet
Saturday, April 13
Book tickets to see the Amstel Quartet as part of the Dubai Concert Committee’s World Classical Music Series. Called “the world’s most colourful saxophone quartet”, the Dutch group features soprano, alto, tenor and baritone instruments and will present Saxophone at World Cinema: a programme of music featuring Brahms, Tchaikovsky, Wagner and Morricone as well as selections by Leonard Bernstein from West Side Story.
Doors open at 7pm, concert starts at 8pm, from Dh210, Royal Ballroom, One&Only Royal Mirage, Dubai, www.platinumlist.net
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The Courtyard Playhouse Open Day
Saturday, April 13
Make plans to stop by The Courtyard Playhouse on its Open Day for the chance to see and experience what goes on, including workshops for adults and Maestro improve theatre. Watch a showcase, take part in a workshop, meet the actors and learn about the new season.
11am to 2pm, free, The Courtyard Playhouse, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.courtyardplayhouse.com
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Wafi Science Factory
Until Saturday, April 13
Visit Wafi’s interactive exhibition, Science Factory, which combines knowledge and fun challenges for all ages. There are 40 machines that feature experiences such as earthquakes, tornadoes, angry hair and playing music from your body. Visitors can enjoy science, maths, nature, music and more in an informational and entertaining setting. Guests will also get to meet Albert the 'mad scientist' at the weekend, try food such as nitrogen ice cream and vacuum-packed fruits, and have the chance to win prizes.
10am to 10pm, Saturdays to Wednesdays; 10am to midnight, Thursdays and Fridays, free, Wafi, Dubai, 04 324 4555, www.wafi.com
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Just Like That (JLT)
Thursday, April 18 to Saturday, April 20
Just Like That (JLT) is a show by Tall Tales Productions about modern-day Dubai. The story is set in JLT and gives viewers a glimpse into their own lives through the lives of an Emirati writer, a British businessman, a South Indian security guard and others who end up living on the same floor in a JLT high-rise. What unfolds is a clash of cultures, perspectives and ways of life all told with a dash of comedy.
7.30pm, plus a 3pm show on April 20, from Dh80, The Junction, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.platinumlist.net
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BurJuman Space Adventure
Until Saturday, April 20
Children aged four to 12 can enjoy intergalactic fun at the BurJuman Space Adventure. This is their chance to orbit the stars and planets, explore the 3D space tunnel, experience weightlessness on the trampoline at the no-gravity zone, try the laser challenge and explore creativity at the space lab.
2pm to 10pm, free, BurJuman, Dubai, www.burjuman.com
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Oman Insurance Corporate Challenge
Saturday, April 20
Register your group to be among the 100 corporate teams to take part in the Oman Insurance Corporate Challenge, which features fun exercises and experiences that test quick-thinking, stamina, logic and planning abilities. The challenges won’t be revealed until the race begins, but past events have included obstacle courses, paddleboarding in the sea, go-karting, playing drums and an escape room. Each four-member team will wear branded shirts and must commute by car and have 3G or 4G connection to access the Rush-A-Way app. Prizes will be given in various categories and companies can send multiple groups.
7.45am to 3.30pm, from Dh1,196, locations across Dubai, meeting at Jebel Ali Recreation Club, Dubai, register by April 10 at www.therushaway.com/corporate
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Ma Vie de Courgette (My Life as a Courgette) film screening
Tuesday, April 30
As part of the Cine Kids film screenings at Alliance Francaise Dubai, children aged five to 10 are invited to watch movies that aim to stimulate their French-language skills, improve listening comprehension and introduce them to French cinema. Ma Vie de Courgette (My Life as a Courgette) is an animated film about a young boy sent to live at a foster home with other orphans, where he begins to learn the true meaning of love and trust.
4pm to 6pm, free with registration, Alliance Francaise Dubai Theatre, Oud Metha, Dubai, 04 335 8712, register at mediatheque@afdubai.org
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The Laughter Factory
Thursday, April 25; Friday, April 26; Saturday, April 27; Tuesday, April 30; Wednesday, May 1; Thursday, May 2; Friday, May 3
Catch The Laughter Factory’s Life Doesn’t Get Any Better Than This tour featuring top international comedians performing side-splitting comedy at clubs across the country. Daliso Chaponda (pictured) wowed the judges on Britain’s Got Talent, even getting the Golden Buzzer from Amanda Holden; Dana Alexander is a fresh and fearless Canadian sharing her observations; and George Zach moved from Greece to Britain at age 18 to study biochemistry but exchanged the lab for the stage.
Thursday, April 25, 7.30pm (early show), Arabian Ranches Golf Club, Dubai; 9pm (late show), Movenpick JBR, Dubai; Friday, April 26, 7pm (early show), Dukes The Palm, Dubai; 9pm (late show), Grand Millennium Barsha Heights, Dubai; Saturday, April 27, 7pm, On42, Media One, Dubai Media City; Tuesday, April 30, 8pm, Smartline bin Majid Beach Resort, Ras Al Khaimah; Wednesday, May 1, 8pm, Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi; Thursday, May 2, 9pm, Tryp by Wyndham Dubai, Barsha Heights, Dubai; Friday, May 3, 9pm, Seafood Kitchen, Jebel Ali Recreational Club, Dubai, from Dh160, www.thelaughterfactory.com
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Wow at The Rotunda, Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai
Until Saturday, May 4
Catch a performance of Wow, a 90-minute family-friendly show that features more than 30 acrobats, aerialists, dancers and performing artists in an immersive theatrical experience. In addition to great music, see 3D multimedia projections, holograms, exciting choreography, theatrical lighting and more. There are lunch and dinner packages available, at Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen and Zhen Wei Dim Sum, from Dh370.
1.30pm and 7pm, from Dh100 for show only, The Rotunda, Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai, www.rotundadubai.com
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Tony Robbins Live in Dubai
Tuesday, September 3
Personal and business development coach Tony Robbins is heading to Dubai this year to share his message of motivation and empowerment to help you reach your life goals. The author of the bestseller Money: Master the Game will present Achieving the Unimaginable, which focuses on discovering your greatness, living your passion, attracting wealth and abundance, achieving your goals and mastering success. Register now for tickets and VIP meet-and-greet information, as well as venue details when they become available.
10am to 4.30pm, location to be announced in Dubai, www.tonyrobbinsdxb.com
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VR Theme Park Super 7 Pass special offer
Daily, limited time
For a limited time, book a VR Theme Park Super 7 Pass online and get a 50 per cent discount. The Super 7 pass lets you experience any seven of the top 10 experiences, games, rides and educational journeys, including Dubai Drone, Dune Bash and VR Maze.
From Dh90 with discount; regularly Dh180, 10am to 11pm, Saturdays to Thursdays; 10am to 1am on Fridays, VR Theme Park, Level 2, The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, www.vrparkdubai.com
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We Love Our Beach clean-up
First Sunday of every month
Zero Gravity hosts We Love Our Beach, a monthly environmental event in which staff members and volunteers, including divers, join for up to 90 minutes to clean the beach of plastic and rubbish. The initiative is part of the venue’s ongoing efforts to make a difference to the environment by cutting down on plastic. The event is followed by a breakfast by Zero Gravity's chef. T-shirts will be provided and guests are asked to bring a refillable water bottle.
7.30am, free, Zero Gravity, JBR, Dubai, 04 399 0009, weloveourbeach@0-gravity.ae
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Dubai Ice Rink weekday skate offer
Sundays to Thursdays, ongoing
Visit the Dubai Ice Rink from Sunday to Thursday and take advantage of the weekday skate offer of a 90-minute skating session for Dh49. Skating enthusiasts can perfect their jumps, spins and footwork and enjoy a whirl around the rink at sessions beginning at 10am, 11.45am, 1.45pm, 3.15pm and 5pm.
10am to 6.30pm, from Dh49; regular prices from Dh75, Dubai Ice Rink, The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, 800 38224 6255, www.dubaiicerink.com
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FOOD
LMNTS 3D dining experience
Daily, ongoing
Enjoy an immersive dining experience at LMNTS, combining carefully crafted dishes representing the elements of nature with holographic surround sound. The story begins with the five core elements that formed the planet – void, air, fire, water and earth – brought to life in five courses, with the menu so far kept tightly under wraps.
6.30pm and 8.30pm, from Dh375, World Trade Club, 33rd floor, Sheikh Rashid Tower, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, wtc@dwtc.com
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A Cut of Freedom
Until Saturday, April 6
Taste creative dishes made from Westholme Australian wagyu at five select restaurants in Dubai. A Cut of Freedom lets chefs create their own dishes and present a signature menu of Westholme meats, including a starter and a main course. Share a photo of your favourite Westholme dish on Instagram with the #ACutofFreedomDubai hashtag for the chance to win an exclusive dinner for two.
Roda Grill, Roda Al Bustan, 04 282 0000; BB Social Dining, DIFC, 04 407 4444; Ruya Dubai, Grosvenor House, 04 399 9123; Billionaire’s Mansion, Taj Dubai, 04 510 3100; Akira Back, W Dubai – The Palm, 04 245 5555, @True_Westholme on Instagram
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Vegan Roast ‘Vrunch’
Saturday, April 6
Try a roast dinner, vegan style, at the Dubai Vegan Days’ Vrunch event at Rove Healthcare City. Chef Zendy Marsam has designed a plant-based spin on the traditional meal, complete with a Wellington nut roast, rosemary Hasselback potatoes, roasted root vegetables, mushroom gravy and the choice of two desserts: blackberry apple tart or orange and almond cake.
11.30am to 3pm, from Dh99 for adults; from Dh49 for children, Rove Hotel, Dubai Healthcare City, book at 04 561 9200, www.facebook.com/DXBvegandays
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Songkran at Pai Thai
Wednesday, April 10 to Saturday, April 20
Celebrate Songkran, Thai New Year, at Pai Thai at Al Qasr in Madinat Jumeirah. The water festival begins with a scenic abra trip through the waterways of Madinat Jumeirah to the restaurant, before diners enjoy a three-course menu of Thai classics and specials, including crispy salmon with passion fruit sauce, spicy minced seabass salad and crispy prawns in creamy red curry. There will also be a dance show by in-house entertainer Wanthakan along with a traditional blessing ceremony, lighting and decorations to start the new year.
6pm to 11.30pm, Sundays to Thursdays; 6.30pm to 11.30pm on Fridays and Saturdays, from Dh295 per person, Pai Thai, Al Qasr, Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, 04 432 3232, restaurants@jumeirah.com
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The Pandora Afternoon Tea at Fairmont The Palm
Until Tuesday, April 30
Experience the “Celebrating You…” afternoon tea at Mashrabiya Lounge, where, in honour of International Women’s Day and Mother’s Day, guests can enjoy a Pandora-themed event. Along with Instagrammable decor, homemade finger sandwiches, delicate scones with clotted cream and a selection of decorated treats and truffles, the first 200 to attend will also receive a Pandora crown design charm and the first 20 group bookings for bridal or baby shower events will receive an extra gift for the main guest. There is also a weekly prize giveaway.
Noon to 6pm, from Dh155, Mashrabiya Lounge, Fairmont The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. 04 457 3457, palm.dining@fairmont.com
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New Smoothie Bowls at Baker & Spice
Daily, ongoing
Baker & Spice has launched a line of smoothie bowls that make a great breakfast or healthy dessert. Choose among blueberry, acai, choco-almond and tropical. Each bowl is made from fresh organic ingredients that have never been frozen, and are layered with different flavours and textures, including fruits, vegetables, seeds and superfoods.
From Dh45 each, Baker & Spice, Souk Al Bahar, Al Manzil and Jumeirah Town Centre, Dubai, bakerandspice.me
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WELLNESS
Well-Mum and Baby clinic
Sundays and Thursdays, until June 30
New mothers and pregnant women can take part in the Well Mum and Baby Clinic offered at the Dubai Hills branch of King’s College Hospital London. The programme is free and offers three sessions of one-hour holistic antenatal and postnatal care that focuses on feeding, weaning, sleeping patterns, breastfeeding and more. Specialist consultations are also available, as is baby-weight monitoring.
2pm to 5pm, King’s College Hospital London, Dubai Hills, kingscollegehospitaldubai.com
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CLASSES & TALKS
Yin Yang Yoga on board the Queen Elizabeth 2
Friday, April 5
Book your spot at the Yin Yang Yoga class aboard the Queen Elizabeth 2. XYoga and Inspire Yoga and Fitness studio offer this free 90-minute class during the quiet, cool morning. Inspired by the Year of Tolerance, the class is designed to promote self-awareness, acceptance and empathy towards oneself and others through gentle, meditative practice. The class is suitable for all levels and yoga mats will be provided for the class.
8am to 11am, free with registration, Boat Deck, Queen Elizabeth 2, Port Rashid, Dubai, register at the MindBody app or at inspiremeyoga.net
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Swimming Wonders at Hilton Dubai The Walk
Sundays and Thursdays, from April 7
Children up to age three can take part in the Swimming Wonders programme at Hilton Dubai The Walk, where they can learn the basics of swimming to encourage water confidence at a young age. The 30-minute class is good exercise for parents, too, and allows for bonding time with their little ones. Then enjoy the rest of the day at the Wavebreaker Beach Club from Dh180 per adult for family time in the sun.
9am to 11am, depending on age group, from Dh525 for five weeks; from Dh180 for a daily pass for Wavebreaker Beach Club, Hilton Dubai The Walk, JBR, Dubai, 055 503 4757, info@swimmingwonders.com
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Journalism and Front Lines
Monday, April 15
Florence Aubenas, special correspondent for French newspaper Le Monde, will present a lecture on Journalism and the Front Lines. She will speak about the place and role of the reporter in areas such as Rwanda, Afghanistan and Syria, where she herself has been. She will speak about war journalism, economic wars and how the press itself is in crisis. The talk will be held in French.
7.30pm, from Dh35 for Alliance Francaise members; from Dh45 for non-members, Alliance Francaise Dubai Theatre, Oud Metha, Dubai, 04 335 8712, www.afdubai.org
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Contemporary Art and Sharjah Biennale talk
Monday, April 15
Attend an art-history lecture by Philippine Motais de Narbonne, an expert in 19th-century paintings and drawings, at Alliance Francaise Dubai. Learn about the art presented at the Sharjah Biennale, which runs until June 14, with a focus on the artistic world of the 21st century. The talk will be held in French.
10.30am, from Dh35 for Alliance Francaise members; from Dh45 for non-members, Alliance Francaise Dubai Theatre, Oud Metha, Dubai, 04 335 8712, www.afdubai.org
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Cafe Langues
Sunday, April 7 and Sunday, April 21
Take part in Alliance Francaise Dubai’s Cafe Langues exchange event. Native speakers of French, Arabic, English, Spanish and other languages are invited to meet and practise with each other over a cup of tea or coffee. Sessions are led by native-speaking volunteers who will get the conversation going.
9.30am to 11am and 6.30pm to 8pm on April 7, Cafe Odeon, Alliance Francaise Oud Metha; 9.30am to 11am and 6.30pm to 8pm on April 21, Cafe Diemme, Alliance Francaise Knowledge Park, Dubai, free admission, 04 335 8712, register at mediatheque@afdubai.org
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Improv classes at The Courtyard Playhouse
Saturday, April 20 to Friday, May 31
The Courtyard Playhouse will present a new season of improvisation workshops. The beginners' class is Don’t Panic Improv, which can help calm your fears, make you laugh and develop your public-speaking. The next level is Spirit, which will push your skills and improve how you perform through games, narrative, character, theory and more. Storytelling concentrates on the importance of the story through games and character development, but with a focus on directing the audience's attention to the improvised tale. There are six two-hour sessions at each level and all end with a performance and a social event.
Saturdays, 11.30am to 1.30pm for Don’t Panic Improv; 2pm to 4pm for Spirit; 4.30pm to 6.30pm for Storytelling, from Dh1,680, the Courtyard Playhouse, Al Quoz, Dubai, courtyardplayhouse.com
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FITNESS
Max & Aegle wellness destination
Daily, ongoing
Max & Aegle is a newly launched health and fitness destination in Dubai that focuses on a holistic approach to wellness. The venue features a fitness area with cardio, weight training and circuit training, as well as group exercise classes, HIIT, boxing, yoga and cycling. The club is open to women only on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10.30am to 1.30pm, when classes include BodyPump, barre, Pilates, RPM and yoga. There is an outdoor, Olympic-sized swimming pool, a 1,400-metre running track, a yoga lawn and more. Members receive body composition analysis to help determine the best approach to attaining their fitness and optimal health.
Open 6am to 11pm, Saturdays to Thursdays; open 7am to 9pm on Fridays, from Dh199 per day; from Dh833 per month, Meydan, Dubai, www.maxandaegle.com
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Fuel Weekend at W Dubai – The Palm
Thursday, April 11 to Sunday, April 14
Book your spot at the Fuel weekend at W Dubai – The Palm and enjoy a four-day fitness-focused holiday featuring bootcamp, celebrity trainers, SUP yoga and HIIT workouts. There’s also healthy cuisine, a Dubai-style brunch, a poolside party, world-class DJs, additional local excursions and more.
From Dh4,725, W Dubai – The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, whotels.com/fuelweekends
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Fit Hub
Weekdays, ongoing
Take part in the free trial classes from March 3-7 at the new Fit Hub at Laguna Waterpark. The outdoor facility offers workouts led by instructors from Fitness In Dubai, including bootcamp, yoga, boxing and dance classes, as well as functional workouts. Guests will have access to the shower and changing facilities. After March 10, you will also get access to Laguna Waterpark, which is open from 10am to 6pm, and can invite up to three friends and family members along at a 40 per cent discount.
Classes at 6am, 7am, 8am, 6pm and 7pm, Sundays to Thursdays, from Dh99 per class; packages available, Fit Hub, Laguna Waterpark, La Mer, Dubai, www.lagunawaterpark.com
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RealRyder indoor cycling class at Surge Body Fitness
Ongoing
Surge Body Fitness offers indoor cycling classes with the RealRyder tilt bikes, which move from side to side, simulating an outdoor bike ride. The full-body workout tones your upper body, tightens abs and shapes your legs. Classes are available from 7am, and there is a 50 per cent discount on all packages purchased before the end of January.
From Dh2,000 for a three-month package; from Dh6,000 for one year, with free spin shoes, Surge Body Fitness, Concord Tower, Dubai Media City, www.besurge.com
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Speedo Swim Squads at The Burj Club
Ongoing
The Burj Club hosts Speedo Swim Squads academy and club, with classes for all ages and abilities led by highly qualified teachers and coaches and using state-of-the-art equipment, including a semi-Olympic-sized indoor pool. Classes include Baby Swim for babies aged 3 months to 3 years; Learn to Swim from 3 years to adult; Competition Training; Tri-Programmes; and Masters and Adult Fitness Programmes.
From Dh90 per session, various prices per programme, The Burj Club, Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai, 04 888 3900, www.burjkhalifa.ae/en/the-burj-club
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The Burj Club
Daily, ongoing
The Burj Club hosts fun and rigorous group workout sessions in a variety of disciplines designed to motivate and inspire you to go further. Try classes in Super SUP Fitness, doing a mix of Pilates and yoga while balancing on a paddle board; outdoor yoga with views of Downtown Dubai; HIIT for high-intensity sessions for all abilities that target and strengthen your core; Rhythm Ride cycling class for cardiovascular exercise up hills and with challenging drills; and Body Pump, the workout that challenges all major muscle groups with squats, presses, lifts and curls.
Various timings, from Dh95 per session; free for The Burj Club members, The Burj Club, Burj Khalifa, Downtown Dubai, www.burjkhalifa.ae/en/the-burj-club
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HOLIDAY CAMPS
British Orchard Nursery spring camp
Until Thursday, April 11
Children aged one to four can explore the world of numbers at the British Orchard Nursery Spring Camp. Through activities based on stories by author Julia Donaldson – A Squash and Squeeze and What the Ladybird Heard – children will learn the concepts of size and space as well as planning and critical thinking.
9am to 5pm, from Dh650, all branches of British Orchard Nursery in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and Sharjah, 800 773 724665, www.britishorchardnursery.com
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Dig It Spring Camp
Until Thursday, April 11
Children aged four to 10 can take part in the Dig It spring camp, where they can learn, play and stay active during the school break. There will be sports and games, puppet shows, storytelling, dancing and workshops to make photo frames, summer accessories and painting.
9am to 1pm, Sundays to Thursdays, from Dh170 per day; from Dh700 per week, Dig It, Dubai, 04 438 4479, enquiries@digitdubai.com
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Kartdrome Spring Camp
Until Thursday, April 11
Gulf Star Sports offers children aged seven to 15 an adrenalin-fuelled spring break of go-karting, laser tag in the medieval maze, race-room simulators, billiards tournaments, video games, team games and competitions at the Kartdrome Spring Camp. Use the code FIFTY50 when you register and the first 50 will receive Dh50 cent off the early-bird pricing.
9am to 1pm, Sundays to Thursdays, from Dh995 per week when booked two weeks in advance; regularly Dh1,150, Dubai Autodrome, Dubai, info@gulfstarsports.com, 050 429 4860
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SAE Institute Creative Spring Camps
Until Thursday, April 11
Register your children aged 12 to 16 for the SAE Institute Creative Spring Camp, where they can take part in practical, interactive sessions in the fields of film, animation or graphic design. Each five-day course is designed to help them develop their knowledge and skills in comic illustration, photography, audio, games development and more as they explore creative thinking, improve team-building skills and make friends with students of similar interests.
9am to 2pm, Sundays to Thursdays, from Dh1,500 per week, SAE Institute, Block 16, Dubai Knowledge Village, Dubai, 04 360 6456, hello@saedubai.com
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Gulf Star Spring Camp
Until Thursday, April 11
Children aged three to 13 can take part in activities as part of the Gulf Star Spring Camp, including sports, arts and crafts, drama, dance, adventure games, martial arts and more. There will also be fun games to go along with a special weekly theme such as superheroes and space. Use the code FIFTY50 when you register and the first 50 will receive Dh50 off the early-bird pricing.
9am to 2.30pm, Sundays to Thursdays, from Dh735 per week for early-bird booking, March 15; then from Dh840 per week, Foremarke School, Dovecote Green Primary School, Jebel Ali School and Clarion School, Dubai, 050 429 4860, info@gulfstarsports.com
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Junior Improvisers Theatre Spring Camp
Until Thursday, April 11
Children aged eight to 11 can take part in the Junior Improvisers Theatre Spring Camp at the Courtyard Playhouse. The intensive experience lets campers explore different styles of improv, characterisation, stagecraft and storytelling. The finale at the end of the week will be a showcase performed for friends and family.
9am to noon, Sundays to Thursdays, from Dh1,155, The Courtyard Playhouse, Al Quoz, Dubai, 050 781 2269, juliana@courtyardplayhouse.com
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Storytelling Theatre Spring Camp
Until Thursday, April 11
Children aged four to seven can explore five creative books in the Storytelling Theatre Spring Camp at the Courtyard Playhouse. Giles Andreae’s books will inspire a series of games, role-playing and arts and crafts: Be Brave Little Penguin, Giraffes Can’t Dance, The Great Heffalump Hunt, Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs and Charlie and the Lion Who Wanted Love.
9am to noon, Sundays to Thursdays, from Dh1,155, The Courtyard Playhouse, Al Quoz, Dubai, 050 781 2269, juliana@courtyardplayhouse.com
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The Kidz Club Spring Camp
Until Thursday, April 11
The Kidz Club spring camp is for children aged five to 12, and features hands-on activities such as arts and craft sessions, outdoor excursions, cooking activities, swimming and more as they make new friends in a safe and professional environment. Lunch will be provided.
9.30am to 4pm, Sundays to Thursdays, from Dh350 per day; from Dh1,100 per week, The Kidz Club, Grand Hyatt Dubai, Dubai, 04 317 2449, kidsclub.grandhyattdubai@hyatt.com
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Easter holiday camp at Alliance Francaise Dubai
Sunday, April 7 to Thursday, April 11
Children aged five to seven can attend the Easter holiday camp at Alliance Francaise Dubai, where they can enjoy fun, French-language activities that feature all things festive for the spring, including bunnies, eggs, chocolates and more.
9am to 3pm, from Dh250 per day; from Dh850 per week with a snack and lunch included, Alliance Francaise Dubai Theatre, Oud Metha, Dubai, 04 335 8712, mediatheque@afdubai.org
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Tashkeel Spring Camp
Sunday, April 7 to Thursday, April 11
Tashkeel’s Spring Camp features challenging and creative workshops for kids aged eight to 16, which encourage them to use their imaginations to produce works of art. They’ll learn new skills as they experiment with a range of disciplines throughout the venue’s facilities including Brilliant Bowls, to create textured clay pots; Patterns, which explores the principles of the Bauhaus architectural school; Watercolour Galaxy, focusing on colours, gradients and textures in space; Still-life, from observation to sketching to painting; and Automata, to build a kinetic sculpture.
10am to 1pm, from 1,300 for the week, Tashkeel, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, www.tashkeel.org
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Amazing Oceans Spring Camp
Until Thursday, April 4
Children in age groups four to five and six to nine can explore creatures of the sea in the Amazing Oceans Spring Camp at OliOli. The engaging, Steam-based projects include making scuba gear, building boats and creating 3-D cardboard figures.
9.30am to 1.30pm, from Dh250 per day; from Dh990 per week, OliOli, Al Quoz 1, Dubai, 04 702 7300, www.olioli.ae
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Dubai Sports City Spring Camp
Until Thursday, April 11
The Dubai Sport City spring camp lets children enjoy sports over the school break under the guidance of qualified coaches. Kids can choose among Spanish Soccer School, Claude Harmon III Performance Golf Academy, Dubai Eagles rugby, ICC Academy cricket and the Clarke Francis Tennis Academy.
8am to 4pm, from Dh150 per day; from Dh695 per week; from Dh795 per week when extended to 5pm, Sports Village, Dubai Sports City, Dubai, 04 448 1355, www.dsc.ae/sscamp.html
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FAMILY EVENTS / PLACES TO VISIT
Mommy & Me Mornings at XPark Jr
Mondays and Wednesdays
XPark Jr is where mothers and their children can escape the rush of the city and relax in the serene landscape for some quality time. Bring a blanket to spread out under the trees and let the little ones explore and discover. Entrance includes access to the mini petting farm, water play, natural climbing structures, mud kitchen and art and crafts. Mothers can enjoy tea or coffee and a pastry from Dh15.
8am to noon, from Dh25 for one child, XPark Jr, Kite Beach, Dubai, www.facebook.com/XParkJr
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Farmer’s Market by Baker & Spice
Fridays and Saturdays, ongoing
Visit the Farmer’s Market on Bay Avenue, Business Bay, where you can find a variety of fresh produce as well as organic baked sweet and savoury treats and a cooking station by Baker & Spice. Home-grown vendors sell fruits, vegetables, dates, honey, dairy products, flours and more. Plus, try organic ice cream, fruits and nuts, bone broth and other natural products. Children can enjoy the face-painting, arts and crafts, play area and skate park.
7am to 3pm, Bay Avenue, Business Bay, Dubai, 04 427 9856, www.facebook.com/TheFarmersMarketOnTheTerrace
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Wavehouse at Atlantis The Palm
Ongoing
Wavehouse is a new venue that combines live music, gaming, bowling, food and drinks and it all overlooks a state-of-the-art wave machine, the Wave Rider, which offers body-boarding and knee-boarding. Families can enjoy the rustic beach bar-style terrace that features a variety of seating areas, while other guests head inside to the adults-only bar, where there's a more industrial vibe. There is ten-pin bowling, a soft-play area for kids, plus arcade zone for all ages, complete with Xbox consoles, virtual reality experiences and the world's largest Pac-Man. Wavehouse Bar has live bands and DJs and Wavehouse Restaurant has healthy choices as well as comfort food with signature dishes such as deep-fried Babybels and rainbow sliders.
Noon to 1am, Wavehouse, Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, reservations@atlantisthepalm.com
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Global Village
Until Saturday, April 13
The 23rd season of Global Village, the annual multicultural shopping and entertainment festival, features new additions including a larger Emirates pavilion; eight new bridges that replicate famous architecture; a floating market; a fiery musical fountain; an interactive children’s theatre; more than 100 video games in the Carnaval funfair; and a 50-metre screen on the Wheel of the World Ferris wheel showing live images of Dubai. Plus, all the street performances, concerts, international cuisine and world-class shopping that Global Village is known for.
4pm to midnight, Saturdays to Wednesdays (Mondays for women and families only); 4pm to 1am on Thursdays, Fridays and public holidays, from Dh15; free for children younger than 3, Exit 37, Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, E311, Dubai, 04 362 4114, www.globalvillage.ae
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Festival Bay at Dubai Festival City Mall
Until Tuesday, April 30
Festival Bay at Dubai Festival City Mall has been transformed into Pirates of the Bay children’s fun park, a fun-filled park experience with games and activities for children. Families are invited to experience pirate-themed play areas, an inflatable slide, sand play, a bungee trampoline, a waterpark, arts and crafts, pizza-making, carnival games, popcorn, candy floss and more.
From 3pm to 10pm, Sundays to Wednesdays; 3pm to 11pm on Thursdays; from 10am to midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, Dubai Festival City Mall, Dubai, www.dubaifestivalcitymall.com
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Wavebreaker Beach Club
Book by Tuesday, April 30
Get a membership to Wavebreaker Beach Club at Hilton Dubai Jumeirah and enjoy access to the spa, gym and beach from Dh16 per day. The membership offers a great daycation option for the family, as there is a 25 per cent discount on food and beverage, as well as spa treatments. There is an additional fee for children aged six to 12, while children younger than six can enter on the membership for free.
From Dh1,500 for three months, Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, Dubai, 056 188 2766
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The Market at The Beach
Until Tuesday, April 30
Waterfront destination The Beach hosts the outdoor attraction, The Market, which offers an artisanal shopping experience in a picturesque, al fresco setting. There are 42 stalls featuring a range of items, including traditional arts and crafts, jewellery, scarves, handbags, designer abayas, graphic T-shirts, Arabic sweets, aromatic oils, perfumes, handmade soaps and collectibles from around the world.
10am to midnight, free entry, The Beach, JBR, Dubai, www.thebeach.ae
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The MOE Club House
Ongoing
Visit The MOE Club House at Mall of the Emirates, a trendy new food and leisure destination featuring homegrown food concepts and a game room with pool, minigolf and foosball. The New England-style community space offers light bites, coffee and sweet treats. When you spend Dh150 at Mall of the Emirates, children can enjoy The Little Club House, where they can unleash their imagination with arts and crafts, bird-house and cupcake decorating and more, plus a mini-market where they can sell their creations.
10am to 10pm, Sundays to Wednesdays; 10am to midnight, Thursdays to Saturdays, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, www.malloftheemirates.com
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VR Park Super 7 Pass
Ongoing
VR Park, the virtual and augmented reality theme park, offers the new Super 7 pass, which lets visitors pick any seven of the top 10 games, rides and journeys to experience. This includes Dubai Drone, Dune Bash and VR Maze, among others. The pass costs Dh180, which is a discount of 26 per cent on the original price of Dh245.
10am to 11pm, Sundays to Wednesdays; 10am to 1am, Thursday to Saturday, VR Park, The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, www.vrparkdubai.com
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Dubai Garden Glow
Daily, ongoing
Visit Dubai Garden Glow and enjoy a recreational park featuring creative light installations, live musical shows and performances and an educational zone for children. There is also a food pavilion offering delicacies from around the world. In addition to the colourful light exhibitions, visit the Dinosaur Park with animatronic elements and the Ice Park featuring icy sculptures.
4pm to 11pm, Saturdays to Thursdays; 4pm to midnight on Fridays, from Dh65, Gates 6 and 7, Zabeel Park, Dubai, www.dubaigardenglow.com
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Air Maniax indoor adventure park
Daily, ongoing
Visit Air Maniax, a new indoor adventure park with activities for all ages, spread across five main zones: an inflatable arena, an interactive obstacle course, a gravity-based zip line, an arcade-style laser tag and dedicated toddler zones. There is a restaurant serving coffee, soft drinks and hot and cold food.
10am to 7pm, Saturdays to Wednesdays; 10am to 9pm on Thursdays and Fridays, from Dh80, Air Maniax, 16 Street 1, opposite Dynatrade, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.airmaniax.com
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Dubai Miracle Garden
Daily, ongoing
Dubai Miracle Garden returns for a seventh season with new floral masterpieces including a reimagined Disney Avenue, floral castle, floating beds and more. There is an amphitheatre with live music, dance and Zumba sessions; an interactive kids’ play zone with a trampoline; two lakes in the form of a tree with seven-metre-high fountains; life-size elephant sculpture fountains; 12-metre 3D sculptures of animal characters and a flower display in 3D mapping.
9am to 9pm, Sundays to Thursdays; 9am to 11pm, Fridays and Saturdays, from Dh50, Al Barsha South 3, Dubailand, Dubai, 04 422 8902, www.dubaimiraclegarden.com
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3-D Blacklight Minigolf
Daily, ongoing
Visit the 3D Blacklight Minigolf, which features a brightly coloured glow-in-the-dark, 18-hole course. The venue is hand painted by top 3D artists, transporting players of all ages to different worlds. The indoor location is fun for families, sports fans and friends.
2pm to 11.30pm, from Dh90, all ages, 3-D Blacklight Minigolf, Plaza Level, Bahar 1, JBR, Dubai, 04 565 7621, glowingrooms.ae
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Countdown Challenge
Daily, ongoing
Countdown Challenge is an escape room for puzzle lovers, where teams of two to 10 people have a time limit of one hour to escape. Each room presents its own intriguing storyline, challenging players’ wit, creativity and patience.
3pm to midnight, from Dh110, all ages, but children younger than 13 must be accompanied by an adult, Plaza Level, Bahar 1, JBR, Dubai, 04 427 4027, www.countdowndxb.com
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Dubai Parks and Resorts annual pass
Daily, ongoing
Purchase an annual pass to Dubai Parks and Resorts and enjoy one year of unlimited access to all four parks, deals in retail stores, discounts at cafes and restaurants, plus free parking and discounts at Lapita Hotel. There is also 10 per cent off single-day tickets, a bonus for friends and family who visit. Experience more than 100 rides and attractions at Motiongate Dubai, Bollywood Parks Dubai, Legoland Dubai and Legoland Water Park Dubai.
From Dh345 for one park; from Dh475 for two parks; from Dh595 for all four parks, Dubai Parks & Resorts, Dubai, www.dubaiparksandresorts.com
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Dig It
Daily, ongoing
Children ages 3 to 10 can enjoy an educational and interactive experience at Dig It, a play environment based on a working building site where they work together to dig, move, build and create. Kids can climb aboard a digger, operate remote-controlled cars, take driving lessons and enjoy workshops and sand play.
10am to 10pm, from Dh100 for the Drop & Play ticket, which includes two hours of play with trained staff, The Springs Souk, Dubai, digitdubai.com
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TEPfactor adventure experience
Daily, ongoing
Visit JBR to experience the new TEPfactor, an adventure experience that takes place in a cave, where teams of two to six people take on 21 challenges that put their physical, mental, teamwork and co-operation skills to the test. Racing against the clock, the groups take part in puzzles, balancing acts, tests of patience, heroic feats and team challenges to progress to the next task. Up to 15 teams can participate at a time, and participants are encouraged to wear comfortable, activewear and trainers. There are also group sessions available for corporate organisations.
10am to midnight, Sundays to Wednesdays, from Dh80 per hour; 10am to 1am, Thursdays to Saturdays, from Dh100 per hour, ages 8+, TEPfactor, The Walk, JBR, Dubai, 04 398 8438, www.tepfactor.ae
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Dubai Bowling Center
Daily, ongoing
Dubai Bowling Center offers a fun atmosphere with 16 professional-series lanes, black-and-white movies on projectors above the lanes, an arcade with classic old-school games, and The Zone area with e-gaming options. There is also trampoline playground, a private party hall and toddler play area. The in-house restaurant Yamu offers quirky burgers and freak shakes inspired by gaming culture.
10am to midnight, Sundays to Wednesdays; 10am to 1am, Thursdays to Saturdays, Dubai Bowling Center, Al Quoz, 28th Street and Al Meydan Road, Dubai, 04 339 1010, bowlingdubai.com
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La Perle
Tuesdays to Saturdays, ongoing
Get tickets to see La Perle, a live theatrical performance influenced by Dubai’s rich culture and history and produced by renowned creative director Franco Dragone. The permanent resident show is a fusion of artistic performances, imagery and technology featuring aquatic and aerial feats as well as special effects.
Tuesdays to Saturdays, shows at 7pm and 9.30pm Tuesdays to Fridays; 4pm and 7pm on Saturdays, from Dh252 for the summer offer, Al Habtoor City, Dubai, 800 517373, www.laperle.com
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Wild Wadi Waterpark Residents Offer
Offer valid throughout the winter
Wild Wadi Waterpark is offering UAE residents a special discount on tickets this winter. Enjoy all the excitement of a wide selection from more than 30 rides and attractions, including 13 that are interconnected for a seamless experience. Highlights include the lazy river, wave pool; an aquatic roller-coaster ride, and the famous Jumeirah Sceirah slide.
Open 10am to 6pm, from Dh149 for general admission for 1.1 metres and taller; from Dh69 for below 1.1m, Wild Wadi Waterpark, Jumeirah, Dubai, www.jumeirah.com
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KidZania annual pass
Daily, ongoing
KidZania has launched an annual pass, giving unlimited access to the mini-city, where children can explore and role-play various professions in a fun learning environment. Plus, the passes come with a KidZania “Pazzport”, fast-track tickets, invitations to special events, discounts on skating sessions at Dubai Ice Rink and more including the chance to try the new virtual reality fire-awareness activity.
Valid for 12 months from purchase date, from Dh550 for a silver pass; from Dh950 for a gold pass, KidZania, The Dubai Mall, Dubai, www.kidzania.ae
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Ripe Market
Saturdays, ongoing
Visit a Ripe Market to stock up on produce, shop for gifts and enjoy the community spirit at any of its several venues. Find seasonal organic produce grown locally, as well as a variety of superfoods, juices, honey, eggs and essential pantry items. There are vendors selling gift items such as jewellery and clothing, live music and entertainment, fitness classes, yoga, children’s activities, workshops and more.
9am to 5pm, Times Square Center, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, www.ripeme.com
SHARJAH
Rain Room
Daily, ongoing
Visit the Rain Room at Sharjah Art Foundation, an immersive installation by Random International that lets you walk through a downpour of rain without getting wet. Combining art, technology and nature, the exhibition is 2,500 litres of self-cleaning, recycled water, which is controlled through a system of cameras and sensors that signal nozzles on the ceiling to stop within a two-metre radius, when it senses someone walking.
9am to 9pm, Saturdays to Thursdays; 4pm to 11pm on Fridays, from Dh25, Sharjah Art Foundation, Sharjah, 06 561 0095, rainroom@sharjahart.org
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ART EXHIBITIONS
Play
Until Wednesday, April 24
See the exhibition Play at Tashkeel. More than 30 artists from the UAE explore various facets of play – impulsiveness, irrationality, joy and nostalgia – through a variety of media including painting, textiles, installations, video and photography. Pictured: The Game Must Go On by Sonu Sultania
10am to 10pm, Saturdays to Thursdays (closed Fridays), Tashkeel, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, 04 336 3313, www.tashkeel.org
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Between Macro and Micro
Wednesday, April 3 to Wednesday, April 24
See the exhibition Between Macro and Micro by French artist Benedicte Gimonnet, whose abstract paintings of organic shapes and geometric forms explore the power and fragility of light. Through her works, she aims to understand what shapes the matrix of the universe and to imagine the structure of creative energy. The opening will be held on Wednesday, April 17 at 7.30pm. Pictured: A detail of Globule V
9am to 8pm, Sundays to Wednesdays; 9am to 5pm, Thursdays and Saturdays (closed on Fridays), La Galerie, Alliance Francaise Dubai, Oud Metha, Dubai, 04 335 8712, www.afdubai.org
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Strange Fruit
Until Wednesday, May 1
Strange Fruit is an exhibition by Lebanese artist Tagreed Darghouth, who is concerned with socio-political issues prevalent in Lebanon and beyond, such as cosmetic surgery, domestic workers, death, war, identity and displacement. She produces paintings that are uncomfortable, confronting and challenging, but also technically brilliant.
10am to 8pm, Sundays to Thursdays (closed Fridays and Saturdays), Tabari Artspace, The Gate Village Building 3, Level 2, DIFC, Dubai, 04 323 0820, www.tabariartspace.com
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Wings of Mexico
Until Wednesday, May 8
The outdoor sculpture Wings of Mexico, created by Mexican artist Jorge Marin, arrives in Dubai after travelling to Kuwait, Egypt, Singapore, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Hong Kong, Bangkok and Abu Dhabi. Created in 2010, the artwork has become a symbol of the hopes and dreams of Mexico’s citizens, and also promotes the country’s creative spirit.
Open all day, Emaar Sales Centre, Downtown Dubai, www.jorgemarin.com.mx
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Visual Dialogues: The Book of Kings
Until Thursday, May 30
The Book of Kings is the latest exhibition in the Total Arts series Visual Dialogues, which features juxtaposed works by contemporary artists Shirin Neshat and Fereydoun Ave that focus on the Book of Kings, the epic poems of the 10th century. See images in a variety of genres, including mixed media, sketches and collage.
10am to 6pm Saturdays to Thursdays (closed Fridays), Total Arts, The Courtyard, Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Quoz, 04 347 5050, www.facebook.com/totalartsuae
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Updated: April 1, 2019 05:19 PM
