SEE a dazzling ice show that follows the classic story of Alice in Wonderland and her journey through a fantasy world where she meets new, magical friends and embarks on adventures. At 5pm, 7pm and 9pm, plus meet-and-greet with the cast at 6pm and 8pm, free, ice rink, ground level, Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi, 02 681 8300, www.marinamall.ae
CHECK OUT the exhibition The Distance, where the artist Mustafa Ali uses carved wooden heads to explore the human mind. From 10am to 7pm, Art Sawa, Gate Village Building 8, Podium Level, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai, 04 386 2366, www.artsawa.com
BOOK your spot at a dinner with the French Michelin-starred chef Yannick Alléno, known for giving traditional fare a modern flair. On October 16, a selection of signature dishes will be specially created for one night only at his restaurant Stay. From Dh750 for a four-course menu, One&Only The Palm, Dubai, 04 440 1030, reservations@oneandonelythepalm.com
ATTEND the Cat Friendly Clinic, where there will be free vaccinations for 40 cats, free health checks for kittens, plus nail trims, a small-scale adoption day with Sandy Paws, discounts on Royal Canin cat food, cupcakes and games. From 9am to 6pm, German Veterinary Clinic, Villa 112, Street 39, Khalifa City A, Abu Dhabi, 02 556 2024, www.germanvet.ae
PAMPER yourself in the name of breast-cancer awareness with the bespoke In The Pink menu at Sensasia Urban Spa. Enjoy girlie treatments with a rosy theme, including Getting Pink, a massage plus body polish (Dh499) and the coconut and rose body puff scrub (Dh245). Proceeds will be donated to Friends of Cancer. Across Dubai, www.sensasiaspas.com
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