what’s on in the UAE
Charity Flea Market
Exhibitors sell pre-loved items from their homes (clothing, electronics, books, DVDs, small furniture, decorations, toys), while bargain-lovers can hunt for the best deals. Money collected from the exhibitors’ tables will support children in need. At Arzanah Ballroom, Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, 9am to 2pm.
Call 02-6773333
Fitness Open Day
Le Meridien Abu Dhabi opens its doors to everyone who is willing to try their recreation facilities. Stop by for a day of fitness and fun, those interested can join zumba, core training, tone classes, swimming classes and free fitness consultations The event will also include a variety of kids’ activities. From 10am to 5pm.
Call 02-6446666
Glamorous Kids Show
Folk dances from all over the world, ballet, funny dance stories, rock-n-roll splash, great songs – at this entertaining children’s show. Through dance it tells the story of UAE’s modern life where all nationalities live happily. At National Theatre Abu Dhabi. Doors open at 5pm, show at 5.30pm. Free entry.
Call 02-4433455
Club Social
A culinary hotspot with the best homegrown concepts, live cooking stations, familyfriendly experiences including workshops, beach retail, fitness and children’s activities, live performances, workshops and an outdoor beach cinema, at Yas Beach, 10am-10pm. Free entry. Complete list of schedule on the website.
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In Conversation
10 Years Later exhibition artist eL Seed and Myneandyours talk about their growth, practice, experiences of creating work in the public realm here in the UAE, at Tashkeel Nad Al Sheba, 7pm. Free to attend.
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Ramadan Souq
Fashion exhibition featuring 80 designers from India and pakistan, at Godolphin Ballroom, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, 10am to 8pm. free entry. Valet parking available
Modista: Spring Lifestyle Exhibition
A curated collective of the best of fashion, beauty and styling. Pernia Qureishi’s namesake label, showcases her Boho collection (above) and her opulent majestic label Umrao Mirza, as well as Amaira. Returning designers include Arpita Mehta, Archana Rao, Padmasitaa by Padmini Kohlapure, Mahima Mahajan, Salita Nanda, Urvashi Joneja and more. At the Roda Al Murooj Hotel, 10am to 8pm. Free entry and free valet parking.
Outdoor Cinema
Gather family and friends and get down early to grab a beanbag and enjoy the free screening of the movie Igor, an animated fable about a cliche
hunchbacked evil scientist’s assistant who aspires to become a scientist himself, much to the displeasure of the rest of the community. At Dubai Marina Mall, 5.30pm. Free entry on first-come-first-served basis. Call 04-4361020
Arte, The Makers Market
Celebrate handmade art with more than 100 local artisans exhibiting, at Wafi Mall, 10am8pm. Free entry.
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Lady’s and Boy’s Night
End the weekend on a high at Mr Miyagi’s, Media One Dubai Media City. The Saturday offer includes three dishes and two hours unlimited beverages for the ladies at Dh99, while the boys get three dishes and one beverage. From 5pm.
Call 04-4207489