What to do in the UAE today
Abu Dhabi 2 for 1 Mondays
Enjoy two for one on a selection of starters, salads, pizzas, pastas and desserts from the special menu, starting from 6pm. House beverages are included in the deal. Live music with JS Soul duo performing a mix of R’n’B, soul, jazz and pop with a twist. At Jazz PizzaExpress, World Trade Centre Mall.
Call 02-4447752
Dubai Movies at Cinema Akil
Screening of Tropical Virus, about Paola born in a traditional Colombian family, struggling for her independence in a hard context full of stereotypes and appearances not being able to fit in any mold, at 7.30pm, followed by Too Late To Die
Young (pic) about Sofia (16), Lucas (16) and Clara (10), living in an isolated community in Chile, face their first loves and fears, while preparing for New Year’s Eve. They may live far from the dangers of the city, but not from those of nature, at 9.30pm. At Cineam Akil, Alserkal Avenue. Tickets Dh50 plus VAT. + cinemaakil.com
Blush Monday’s
HIp hop and R’n’B night with DJ Mickey My. Ladies get free beverages all night, at Inka, Sofitel Dubai Downtown. Doors open at 10pm. Call 050-2529588
It Was All a Dream
A fun trip down memory lane celebrating the best hits of the 80s and 90s, at BOA Lounge, V Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton. Every Monday from 8pm. Unlimited sushi offer for Dh150 per person. Call 056-5012039
Al Barsha Community Yoga
Rejuvenate yourself with a power yoga class, practice and meditate to get more stronger
and healthier. The class is tailor made to strengthen the core muscles and get you more balanced. At Al Barsha Pond Park, 7pm. Free new joiners, Dh60 for regulars.
Call 055-2921387
Encore
A hip hop party at VII Dubai, Conrad Hotel. The venue has been transformed into the graffiti streets of Brooklyn. Free beverages for ladies arriving before midnight.
Call 050-1696777
Nobu Noir
The Japanese Peruvian hotspot will be serving ladies three free beverages. Live entertainment with a DJ set, serving chart hits at Nobu, Atlantis The Palm, 8.30-11pm.
+ atlantisthepalm.com
Simply the BestPhil Taylor
An opportunity to dine and play the best darts player Phil ‘The Power’ Taylor followed by a Q&A session, on January 10.
Ritmo Latino
A night with Latin beats, ambiance and everything the culture holds. Free dance classes hosted by BailameCuba Dance Company, at Indie DIFC, 8pm. Call 055-4556106
Santa’s Secret Island
Experience the festive season at Bluewaters, the new urban island getaway. A bespoke Christmas tree will greet visitors at the entrance as they come in through the pedestrian bridge. Three giant snow machines will shower snow throughout the day, a festive market will feature themed kiosks, F&B stalls, and several stages that host live performances. A jumbo advent calendar will offer visitors the opportunity to win prizes that include concert tickets to The Rotunda Caesars Palace
Bluewaters. from 1-11pm on week days and 1pm to midnight on weekends. Free entry.
Festive Season Market
The festive pop-up market offers a range of gifts including sparkling lights, artificial and real trees, decorations and gifts, at attractive prices. At Dragon Mart 2, from 10am to 10pm daily, until December 22. Call 04-3909999
Tenors of Rock
The male vocal group fresh from sold-out tours in the US and a stint in Vegas and formed with some of the best male rock voices in the UK will be kicking off a roster of headliners and theatre acts, at The Rotunda — a dedicated entertainment destination housed in a circular dome inspired by Rome’s famous Pantheon, at Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai. Tickets from Dh280. + tenorsofrock.com
Register for the Santa Fun Run
Take part in a fun 2.5 km or 5km fun run at Dubai Festival City on December 21, from 8am. Entry Dh175, free Santa outfit, shirt, hat, beard and prizes for best dressed. + raceme.ae