what’s on in the UAE
Abu Dhabi Yas Super Street Challenge
Round 2 of the street challenge takes place at Yas Marina’s Drag Strip, the UAE’s best urban racers will put their street racing machines to the test across five categories. Today, 2-11pm and tomorrow 1-11.30pm. + yasmarinacircuit.com
Recreational Courses
The newly opened St Regis Athletic Club, Saadiyat Island is offering fitness enthusiasts various group classes in water sports activities, swimming lessons, cardio, strength and conditioning to dance and mixed martial arts and more. Call 02-4988777
Dubai RiseDCH Festival
A three-day showcase of emerging trends and concepts from the world of music, retail, technology design and gastronomy, at Dubai Creek Harbour promenade. Today’s line up include DJ Jason Pinto (2-6pm), Norman Bataille and Red Baraat. Water Projection at 6.45pm and 10.15pm and outdoor screening of The Matrix by Reel Cinemas, at 9.15pm. + risedch.com/schedule
Fatman Scoop
The Be Faithful hit song artist will perform live at Societe Dubai, at 11pm. Entry is free, open from 9pm to 3am. Table bookings start at Dh1,300. Call 050-6993191
Comedy Thursday
Indian stand-up comedians Daniel Fernandez, Imran Al Aradi and Adnan Nalwala will be performing at Club Boudoir, Dubai Marine Beach Resort. Doors open at 6pm and the show starts at 8pm. Tickets are Dh100. Call 050-4521553
Remembering Faiz
A tribute to the intellectual and revolutionary Indian poet Faiz Ahmed Faiz, by Adeel Hashmi, accompanied by Asad Anees on piano and Sonam Kalra on vocals, at Emirates Theatre, Emirates International School, Jumeirah. Doors open at 8pm, show at 8.30pm. + platinumlist.net
The Beatles Revolution
A celebration of the most famous band in the world, the tribute band from the UK, performs today and tomorrow, at The Music Room, Majestic Hotel. Doors open at 6pm. Tickets Dh100. + platinumlist.net
Pakistan Super League
Watch Karachi Kings take on Quetta Gladiators at Dubai Cricket Stadium, 9pm. Tickets from Dh30. + psl-t20.com
Fary - Is The New Black
The French stand-up comedian performs at The Auditorium, Dubai College, 8pm. Tickets from Dh215 + 800tickets.com
Ron E Jaxx & Friends
Hip Hop Night with extended happy hours from 8pm to 11pm. Evening brunch kicks off from 7pm and includes unlimited sushi, dim sum, snacks and select beverages for Dh295, At 360, Jumeirah Beach Hotel. + 360dubai.com
Fame The Musical
The pop-culture phenomenon about the legendary New York High School of the Performing Arts lives forever. Based on the unforgettable film and television franchise, the iconic show Fame The Musical inspired generations, this high-octane show features the Academy Award-winning title song and a host of other catchy pop numbers. Tickets from Dh200. + madinattheatre.com
The Electric Suites
The French jazz band lead by violinist and composer Guillaume Blanc, performs at La Mome, Nassima Royal Hotel, until Saturday. Call 04-3080470. + lamomedubai.com
Bioscope
Dubai based film maker, Koshi Lalvani and director Prakash Vaswani are staging their new musical ballad at Shaikh Rasid Auditorium. Tickets are by invitation and can be secured by calling 050-5594871 or 0501087107.
Sharjah Sharjah Aquarium Fish Carnival
The four-day aquatic-themed carnival will host entertainment, visual displays and educational attractions, at Sharjah Aquarium, 5.30-10pm, until Sunday. Carnival entry is free, aquarium tickets are Dh15 for children aged 2-12, and Dh25 for adults, family pass is Dh70. Call 06-5285288. + sharjahmuseum.ae