Dubai

Hacienda Classical

Hacienda DJs Graeme Park and Mike Pickering will unite with the full symphony orchestra The Manchester Camerata, conducted by Tim Crooks to recreate some of the world’s most well-known house, club and rave classics, at Dubai Opera. Today and tomorrow at 9pm, tickets start at Dh250.

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Live Jazz Nights

The Blue Light Collective featuring female vocalist and saxophonist Jooles accompanied by a pianist, will serenade guests with soul, old blues and jazz classics, at The Green Room, The Square, City Walk, Dubai, 9pm

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Hamada Helal

The Arab singer and actor performs at Qasr Al Sultan Boutique Hotel, 7.30pm. A dinner buffet and variety of live cultural entertainment shows have also been lined up. Tickets from Dh270, with 50 per cent off for those below 12 years, six years and under enter free. Call 800 785826. + qasralsultan.ae

1st Birthday Party

Celebrate Barbary’s one year anniversary with the godfather of disco remixes John Morales. Doors open at 10pm, with the DJ hitting the decks at midnight. Free entry. Call 04-2476688. + barbary.ae

Al Seef Creek Festival

The waterfront destination will wear a carnival vibe with a waterfront market, live music, street entertaiment, funfair rides and games. Customers will receive free carnival rides and games ticket for every Dh100 spent on dining or shopping. Also, a free kids’ movie screening as part of the Thursday Outdoor Movie Night at 7.30pm. Activities from 4-10pm, every weekend until December 31.

+ alseef.ae

James in Concert

The re-formed band of indie rockers from Manchester, will be playing a one-off gig at Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, as part of an Australasia and South African tour. Doors open at 7pm, show at 9.30pm. Tickets Dh175. + theirishvillage.com