Pecha Kucha Night
Saturday, May 25
Attend Pecha Kucha Night at Inked at Alserkal Avenue. The event aims to bring designers together to network and show their art. In Food for Thought, speakers will discuss food traditions and practices that shape our food experience in the UAE, as well as sustainable food choices and the health benefits of fasting.
8.30pm, free, Inked, Warehouse 57, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, rsvp@alserkalavenue.ae
Monir film screening
Wednesday, May 22
Catch a screening of the documentary Moniro, which explores the life of the Iranian artist Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian, one of the Middle East’s most innovative and influential artists, who died in April. Myrna Ayad will introduce the film and friends of the late artist will share stories.
10pm to 11.30pm, free, A4 Space, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, rsvp@alserkalavenue.ae
Ramadan offer at Splash ‘n’ Party
Throughout Ramadan
Visit Splash ‘n’ Party this Ramadan at a buy-one-get-one-free rate and spend time with your little ones in a family friendly, fun-filled venue that features splash pads, slides and more including entertainment such as jugglers, stilt walkers, unicyclists, an LED show, mascots, water soakers and more.
9am to 9pm, from Dh100 for two adults and two children; from Dh150 for two adults and two children, two kids meals and two kids zipline passes, Splash 'n' Party, Al Safa 2, Jumeirah, Dubai, 04 388 3008, www.splashnparty.ae
Dubai Sports World
Wednesday, June 19 to Thursday, September 10
Stay fit this summer at Dubai Sports World, the air-conditioned indoor sports arena with activities and equipment for football, badminton, tennis, basketball, table tennis, gymnastics, cricket, volleyball and Ninja Warrior. A dedicated “Just Action” arena features a trapeze, acrobatics, martial arts, Muay Thai, parkour and a climbing wall. There is also a state-of-the-art gym, cycling studio, healthy eating options, cafes and restaurants on site.
8am to midnight, free entry, various prices for activities from Dh10, Dubai Sports World, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, www.dubaisportsworld.ae
Ramadan activities at Aldar Properties
Until Tuesday, June 4
Visit Yas Mall, The Mall at World Trade Center Abu Dhabi, Al Jimi Mall and Remal Mall during Ramadan and enjoy cultural, religious and shopping activities for the whole community. There are more than 100 artefacts on display by The Islamic Museum including paintings, furniture, newspaper clippings and more. See artistic, handmade carpets by the women of the Fatima bint Mohamed bin Zayed Initiative (FBMI). Take part in the malls’ Spend and Win campaign, in which one shopper will win a Dh10,000 grocery spree. Spend Dh200 from any of the malls’ outlets to be entered in the draw.
10am to 10pm, Yas Mall, Yas Island; 10am to midnight, Saturdays to Wednesdays and from 10am to 1am on Thursday and Fridays, The Mall at World Trade Centre Abu Dhabi; 10am to 10pm, Al Jimi Mall and Remal Mall, Al Ain, www.yasmall.ae
Ramadan Big Bazaar
Tuesday, May 21 to Tuesday, June 4
Ramadan Big Bazaar is a mega sale with retailers offering the chance to purchase Eid gifts including fashion, beauty, toys, electronics and food. There is a designated kids’ zone to keep the little ones occupied while their parents shop.
7pm to 2am, free, Za’abeel Hall 4, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, www.dwtc.com
Ramadan gift baskets from Organic & Real
Tuesday, May 21 to Tuesday, June 4
Organic & Real have a gifting range this festive season that features organic food and non-food products in handcrafted baskets adorned with sustainable accents such as jute, wood, palm fibre, dried flowers and cotton. Choose among functional items such as gourmet organic foods, beverages, nuts and seeds, snacks, desserts and more. The unconventional gifts leave a positive impact on the environment and are waste-free.
From Dh49, Organic & Real, WhatsApp on 055 883 5020, www.organicandreal.com
Women’s Golf Day
Tuesday, June 4
June is Women’s Golf Month and Abu Dhabi Golf Club is hosting Women’s Golf Day on June 4. Women are invited to the ladies-only event that includes playing on the garden course from Dh100, and an optional Dh30 to play in the Texas scramble. There will be an early breakfast, a nine-hole fun competition, prizes, discounts on merchandise as well as food and drinks.
8am, from Dh100, Abu Dhabi Golf Club, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, 02 885 3555, lwixon@adgolfclub.ae
Sunset Sessions at Diablito
Throughout Ramadan
Watch the sunset from the Diablito rooftop terrace and enjoy an evening of Mediterranean food with a discount of 20 per cent throughout Ramadan. The sunset sessions are a great way to catch up with friends and enjoy tucking into delicacies such as the Diablito Tower Chicken Salad, chicken and beef fajitas, Nachos El Paso and a variety of pizzas including the Sailor’s Favourite, Old Granddad and Mr MacKenzie.
7pm to midnight, various prices, Diablito, Yas Marina, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 02 565 1175, www.yasmarina.ae
Captain Tony’s Dhow Cruise
Throughout Ramadan
Book a dhow cruise with Captain Tony’s this Ramadan and up to 20 guests can enjoy sea views of Yas Marina and the surrounding islands. Bring family and friends together, pack a picnic, and enjoy discounts of up to 20 per cent off the regular prices.
From Dh525 per hour for up to 20 guests, includes bottled water, guests can bring food and beverages, Captain Tony’s, Yas Marina, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 02 635 0040, www.yasmarina.ae
Vogue Fitness Ramadan Membership
Until Thursday, June 6
Take advantage of the one-month Ramadan membership at Vogue Fitness and achieve your goals. Enjoy full, unlimited access to the facilities and classes, seven days a week until June 6.
5.30am to 12.30am, from Dh999, Vogue Fitness, Building 2, level 1, Yas Marina, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.yasmarina.ae
Museum of Illusions
Throughout Ramadan
Visit the Museum of Illusions and enjoy post-iftar activities as well as themed décor and props for the holy month. The Instagrammable venue is where guests can visit the Upside Down Room, where they appear to be standing on a ceiling; the Ames Room, which distorts height; and pose with Arabian lanterns and star-shaped artwork.
10am to midnight, from Dh80 for adults; from Dh60 for children, from Dh225 for a family package, Museum of Illusions, Dubai Creek, Dubai, 04 357 3999,www.museumofillusions.ae
Calamity Jane and The Apartment
Saturday, May 25
Catch a screening of Calamity Jane and The Apartment at Cinema Space on Saturday. The 1953 David Butler western stars Doris Day and Howard Keel as Calamity Jane and Wild Bill, who are too busy with their own interests to notice one another in the wild west. The Apartment is a 1960 David Wilder comedy starring Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine and Fred MacMurray. Lemmon is Bud Baxter, a keen entrepreneur known for mixing business with pleasure.
4pm for Calamity Jane; 8pm for The Apartment, free with registration, Cinema Space, auditorium, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, register at cinemaspace-abudhabi.splashthat.com
Share a Touch of Love
Throughout Ramadan
Share a Touch of Love is a Ramadan initiative by Omo and Comfort that encourages community members to donate clothes to the less fortunate and those in need. Clothing collected from six boxes around Dubai will be washed with Omo and Comfort before being distributed by the Emirates Red Crescent.
Jumeirah Beach Residence, Bay Avenue, Bay Square, Mudon Community Centre, Al Khail Gate Community Centre, Shorooq Community Centre, www.omo.com
https://www.omo.com/sa/en/share-a-touch-of-love-this-ramadan.html
Marina Mall Ramadan Bazaar
Throughout Ramadan
Visit the Ramadan Bazaar at Marina Mall with traditional items including abayas, paintings, handicrafts, perfumes and Arabic accessories. Proceeds will go to the Make A Wish Foundation UAE, which grants wishes of children diagnosed with critical illnesses. There will be decorations around the mall, plus dates served at sundown. The Shop and Win offer gives customers the chance to win Dh10,000 in gift cards when they spend from Dh300 in a single transaction at the mall until the end of Eid.
10am to 1am, Saturdays to Wednesdays; 10am to 2am, Thursdays to Fridays, Marina Mall, Breakwater, Abu Dhabi, www.marinamall.ae
International Burger Day at Atlantis The Palm
Tuesday, May 28
May 28 is International Burger Day and the food outlets of Atlantis The Palm are serving up a variety to suit every taste. The Burger Joint has a lobster burger from Dh85; Seafire has a surf and turf burger with lobster tail and a wagyu patty from Dh220; Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen and Bar has the Lamb Merguez burger with the North African sausage on a mint brioche bun from Dh110; and Wavehouse has Raibow Silders with fish, chicken and beef from Dh99
Various timings from 11am to 10pm, Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, 04 426 2626, restaurantreservations@atlantisthepalm.com
Roxy Cinemas special offer
Throughout Ramadan
Visit Roxy Cinemas during Ramadan and enjoy 40 per cent off movie tickets until the end of the holy month. Enjoy blockbuster films as well as a variety of experiences including VIP. Plus, for those who book a Platinum Plus ticket online can enjoy a three course meal and a mocktail from Dh140.
From Dh20, Roxy Cinemas, City Walk; The Beach, Boxpark and La Mer, Dubai, www.theroxycinemas.com