See the Hendrik Stroebel Ceramic Collection. The South African artist presents a series of eight-pointed stars that predate monotheism, and stem from the period in which people worshipped nature. The stars represent hope and wonder and their symmetry and simple humanitarian origins are intended to unify mankind in its balance and harmony. From 10am to 6pm, Showcase Gallery, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, 04 379 0940, www.showcaseuae.com.
Visit the Dubai Ice Rink Village Market. Tour the gifts, international delights, delectable beverages, fun activities, arts and crafts workshops, carousel and more along the cobbled path of a far away winter wonderland. From 10am, Dh20 for adults (voucher redeemable at select retailers at the Village Market), Dubai Ice Rink, The Dubai Mall, Dubai, 04 448 5111, www.dubaiicerink.com.
Get tickets now for Salaam Dubai 2016. Together in concert for the first time, the singers Shaan and KK will perform four hours of Bollywood hits. January 15, 9pm, from Dh100, Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, Al Garhoud, Dubai, www.platinumlist.net.
Keep the children busy at Njoi, with an enhanced game zone complete with new kiddie rides and games. The Combo Offer provides a range of activities designed to thrill and delight, including a soft-play area, trampoline session and three kiddie rides or games. From 10am, from Dh99, Njoi, Dubai Marina Mall, Dubai Marina, 04 448 8488, www.njoi.ae.
Register now to take part in the UAE's first-ever beach run. With three categories available – 1.8K family run, 3.6K fun run and the 7.2K serious run – the Beach Run DXB has something for runners of all abilities. January 16, from 7am, from Dh99 for early bird registrations, Umm Suqeim Beach Park, Jumeirah, Dubai, www. facebook.com/beachrunuae.
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