what’s on in the UAE
Abu Dhabi Dates Bazaar
Spend time in an Arabic setting where a variety of dates will be exhibited and products made from dates will be on offer. At The Lounge, Khalidiya Palace Rayhaan by Rotana, until June 6. Call 02-6570167
Camel Adventures
Experience camel rides and feeding sessions with Dark, Marmalade, Nutella and Jihara, the resident camels, at the Emirates Park Zoo and Resort. Entry Dh30. Packages that include all-day park entry, one grass bundle or one milk bottle for animal feeding are available, and shows are for Dh95. Camel rides are available for an additional Dh10. Call 02-5010000. + emiratesparkzooandresort.com
Dubai Sundowner Party
Your last chance to catch the Dubai sunset at 360°, Jumeirah Beach Hotel, before the summer kicks in, with resident DJs Jack Woodcock, Ron E Jaxx, Sophie Foster and CN Williams. A power hour deal offers 50 per cent off on select beverages between 8-11pm. Call 055-5008518
Art & Cheese
A monthly event focusing on a guest artist or a style of art. This month features the works of Sam Toft. Art lovers can indulge in beverages and a variety of cheese, at Okapi Gallery, JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, 1-10pm. Free entry. Also, avail a special 30 per cent discount on her collection at the event. + okapigallery.com
Stair Climbing
Get your Friday off to a great start by climbing over 60 floors to the top of Almas Towers, 9am, a fabulous workout and training for any mountain person. Register at the website. + gulf4good.org
VRZOO Combo Pack
Cool down with either a snowfall, disco or DJ skating session at the Dubai Ice Rink, followed by a 360-degree experience of interesting animal species at the VRZOO at Dubai Aquarium, until May 31. Cost: Dh110. Call 04-4485111. + dubaiicerink.com
Zoe Henderson
The intuitive healer and animal communicator will be hosting one-on-one guidance and healings in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, as well as an Angel Workshop (Dh700) in Dubai today from 9am-4pm. Dh550 per session, Dh660 for on-site visits. Call 055-6534680. + intuitivehealerhorsewhisperer.com
Ramadan Market
A one-stop destination to prepare for Ramadan with everything from souvenirs to soft furnishings and chinaware to clothes — at knock-down prices. At Dragon Mart 2, open daily from 10am to 10pm (until
midnight on weekends), until May 30. Call 04-3909999
Summer Offer
Beat the summer heat by using your Visa card at Wild Wadi Waterpark and get 25 per cent off on admission fee. The offer is valid on Visa cards issued worldwide, until September 30. T&Cs apply. + jumeirah.com/en
Fragrance of Faith
The St Regis Dubai will be hosting Art Noor’s exhibition in the surrounding area of Le Patio on the second floor of the hotel, until July 2. Call 04-4355577
Artist For Change
A collaboration between well-known UAE artists and underprivileged artisans in Afghanistan, which aims to raise awareness of the cause and promote their talents. Artworks of four Emirati artists who took part in the programme will be exhibited at Dubai Festival City, until June 16.