Five things to do today: see the surreal exhibit Butterflies in my Stomach

One of Saba Masoumian's art pieces for the exhibition Butterflies in my Stomach at the XVA Gallery in Dubai. Courtesy: XVA Gallery

See the exhibition Butterflies in My Stomach. Three artists present works on paper, including this image by Saba Masoumian (above), that celebrate both the surreal and the natural, including paper cut-outs, mixed-media and paper constructions. From 10am to 6pm daily, XVA Gallery, Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, Bur Dubai, 04 353 5383, www.xvagallery.com

Head to Yas Beach and enjoy the tranquil shores, sun, sand, food and drinks. Your entry fee includes the use of a beach towel, sun lounger and parasol. From 10am to 8pm, Dh50, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.yasbeach.ae

Celebrate Haq Al Leila, a traditional day of activities to celebrate the middle of the month of Sha'aban, the eighth month in the Islamic lunar calendar. Children and parents are invited to enjoy various competitions, traditional games, sweets, drinks, dishes and more. From 4.30pm to 10pm, free entry, Sharjah Aquarium, www.sharjahmuseums.ae

Attend tonight's performance of Relatively Speaking, the Alan Ayckbourn classic that portrays middle-class marital angst in a smart, engaging and hilarious way in this comedy of misunderstandings and mistaken identity. At 7.30pm, Kilachand Studio Theatre, Ductac, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, 04 341 4777, https://www.facebook.com/groups/dubaidramagroup/

Book your spot at Dubai Dinner Theatre Group’s murder mystery dinner at Lounge Cafe Italiano. Prepare for an evening of intrigue, treachery, prizes, audience participation and laugh-out-loud fun. June 19, 7.30pm, Dh250 for a three-course dinner, Lounge Cafe Italiano, Dubai Media City, reservations essential at 04 453 3318,

* Compiled by Ellen Fortini