what’s on in the UAE
Abu Dhabi Brazilian festival
Samba performances, pop-ups offering Brazilian gifts and Latin American food, at Yas Mall, 2-10pm. Also, the Brazilian equivalent of Mickey Mouse, cartoon character Monica & Friends, will visit the mall. Last day. + facebook.com/ yasmallad
Van Gogh Experience
Discover Van Gogh’s paintings in this multi-screen experience. The painter’s masterpieces and use of colour come alive with cutting-edge technology. At the Abu Dhabi National Theatre until tomorrow. Tickets start at Dh65. From 9am to 10pm. + abu-dhabi. platinumlist.net
Dubai Graze Happy Hour
A new happy hour offering guests sundowners a 50 per cent off on selected beverages and a tapas menu, every Sunday-Thursday from 6-9pm, at Graze Gastro Grill, La Ville Hotel & Suites. Call 0543095948. + grazelaville.com
Sunday’s Legendary Duo
Sundays at Sho Cho Dubai is the new hang-out with the DJ duo of Samad Idas and Elie Abi dropping the best from the 80’s era, taking you back in time to the classic beats of Madonna and Michael Jackson. Every Sunday from 6pm, at Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa. Call 04-3461111
Social Sundays
Head to the 30th floor of The W Hotel, Al Habtoor City and enjoy beats by DJs Elena and Joe at the W Lounge. Three free drinks for ladies. From 8pm onwards. Call 04-4366666
Unveiling of Mickey Mouse Sculpture
Dubai Miracle Garden will unveil the record-breaking 18-metre floral sculpture of Mickey Mouse at 6pm, and receive a Guinness certificate for making the huge floral sculpture. + dubaimiraclegarden. com
Ras Al Khaimah Burger Challenge
If you can finish a 1kg burger along with the salad and fries within 30 minutes, the meal is for free. Otherwise it’s Dh125 plus VAT. Daily from 4pm to midnight at Anchor Bar, DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island. Call 07-2030000