What to do in the UAE this week, as Man City pop-up, rock concert and art festival take centre stage
Football fans, especially those of Manchester City, have one last day to catch the interactive pop-up in Yas Mall as it ends today. All five trophies the club won last year – from the English Premier League, FA Cup, Champions League, Super Cup and the UAE-held Fifa Club World Cup – are displayed on site. There are also football-themed games and a retail corner with City merch. Monday; 4pm-6pm; free;
Yas Mall, Yas Island; @ mancitychallenge
Tomorrow
Residents of the bustling Bur Dubai neighbourhoods can head to B Hub, a newly opened community zone at BurJuman Mall, for free yoga classes every Tuesday and Thursday. These are held in partnership with Ancient Yoga Centre and have a maximum capacity of 25 people on a first-come, first-served basis. The space also offers workshops, networking sessions and coffee mornings. Every Tuesday and Thursday; 10am-11am; free; BurJuman Mall; www.burjuman.com
Wednesday
If you’re hitting 10,000 steps a day, and you can prove it, head to any Nando’s across the UAE on Wednesday and get a meal on the house.
The South African casual dining chain, famous for its periperi chicken, is giving away free meals to fitness enthusiasts who hit the required daily steps. Eligible diners should present a step-count tracker, like a Fitbit or an Apple Watch, to avail the promotion. Wednesdays; until January 31; across the UAE; www.nandos.ae
Thursday
American pop rock group OneRepublic will perform on Thursday at Bla Bla Dubai as part of their Artificial Paradise world tour. The Grammy-nominated six-piece will serenade fans with hits Apologise, Counting Stars and I Lived. Thursday, from 8pm; from Dh295; The Beach JBR, Dubai; www.livenation.me
Friday
On the first full moon of the year, attend a sound-healing session on the beach at The St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, involving a deep journey of relaxation and meditation.
Sound healing is known to have myriad benefits, including enhancing mood, relieving stress and even pain management to an extent.
Friday, 7pm; Dh150; The St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi; www.bodytreestudio.com
Saturday
Head to Armani Hotel in Dubai on Saturday for an immersive showcase of the life of Italian
designer Giorgio Armani. Guests will be treated to high tea while enjoying a theatrical performance featuring untold stories, career highlights and other behind-the-scenes insights into the life and work of Armani. This is followed by a collage-making workshop. Saturday, from 4pm; from Dh190; Armani Hotel, Burj Khalifa, Dubai; www.host-theatre.ae
Sunday
End the week with a visit to the Quoz Arts Fest at Alserkal Avenue. Wander through the spacious warehouse galleries to view exhibitions, from Gulf Photo Plus’s The Disappearing Art Show to nature-focused Symphony of Birds by Iranian artist Maryam Lamei.
Enjoy performances and workshops including one where children can learn about becoming a DJ. Also visit the Reel Palestine souq to browse crafts inspired by Palestinian traditions.
Saturday and Sunday, 8am-11.30pm; Dh63 for a single day pass; Alserkal Avenue, Dubai; www.alserkal.online