The Eid weekend has so much in store for the UAE. Here are our top picks for you.
1. Eid Al Fitr at Children’s City Dubai
Children’s City Dubai is a UAE government initiative devoted to children between two and 15 years of age, where they can investigate, explore, play, discover, and learn about the world in which we live. Celebrate this Eid with a fun array of entertainment activities for your kids at Dubai Creek Park.
Location Dubai Creek Park, Gate 1 Cost Dh10 (children 15 or below) Dh15 (Adults) Dh40 (Family of two adults and two children) Timings 11am to 6.30pm Contact +971 4 334 0808 Website ChildrensCityDubai
2. Tyson Fury fights Wladimir Klitschko
This is a rematch for the world heavy weight championship title between Tyson Fury and Wladimir Klitschko at Manchester Arena. It’s scheduled for 9.30pm U.K. time on Saturday, July 9, which is 12.30am on Sunday, July 10 in the UAE. Watch the exciting match at Original Wings and Rings or Reform Social and Grill in Dubai. For Abu Dhabi fans, The Sportsman’s Arms is a great venue to watch it screened live.
Locations Original Wings & Rings or Reform Social & Grill in Dubai; The Sportsman’s Arms in Abu Dhabi Cost Free entry Date July 9/10 Time 12.30am
3. Jamie Raven, Master of Illusion
First introduced to the global public through Britain’s Got Talent, Jamie Raven’s performances will make you question reality. Abu Dhabi is his only stop in the Middle East on his first world tour.
Location Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi Cost Reserve Dh170 Premium Dh280 Date July 8 and 9 Timings 7.30pm onwards Get tickets at nearest Virgin megastore
4. Eid at Burjuman mall
Combine shopping and celebration at the Burjuman mall with traditional henna painting, complimentary Arabic coffee and dates, and tanoura dancing. You also stand a chance at winning promo codes worth Dh1,000 to Dh100,000 for every Dh200 spent at the mall. The total prizes are worth Dh1.5 million.
Location Burjuman Mall, Dubai Cost Free entry Dates July 7 to 9 Timings Mall is open at 10; Henna painting 3pm to 10pm; Complimentary coffee and dates 7pm to 10pm; Tanoura dance 8pm and 9pm Contact 971 4 352 0222 Website BurjumanMall
5. MTV Undivided
Co-headlined by Pakistani classical vocalist Shafqat Amanat Ali and Indian pop-rock star Kailash Kher, the concert will feature Papon, Komal Rizvi and Arif Lohar. Embracing diversity, music from India and Pakistan is celebrated on one stage.
Location Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai Cost Regular standing Dh100; Fan pit standing Dh250; VIP Dh600 Dates July 8 and 9 Timings 7pm to 1am Buy tickets here
6. Dinosaur Zoo Live
Show-goers will be able to observe, meet and interact with a collection of life-like dinosaurs and other pre-historic creatures presented in a theatrical performance. The show is brought to life by a team of skilled performers and puppeteers, and is designed with the help of professional paleontologists.
Location Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi Cost Pearl Dh75 Diamond Dh95 Dates July 7 to 9 Timings 8pm onwards More details +971 800 555
7. Nawal Al Kuwaitiya
The legendary Kuwaiti singer, Nawal, is known for her powerful voice and charming personality. She will return to Dubai this Eid for a night of nostalgia, where fans can look forward to all the old classics along with songs from her latest album.
Location Shaikh Rashid Hall, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai Cost Dh500 onwards Date July 7 Timings 9pm onwards Get tickets here
8. Rashed Al Majed concert
One of the most famous Saudi singers of his time, Rashed Al Majed, will be back to enchant us with his romantic and top hit songs.
Location Dubai World Trade Centre Cost Dh500 onwards Dates July 9 Timings 9pm onwards Get tickets here
9. Hello Kitty Live World Premiere
Organised by Alchemy Project in association with Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority, enjoy the world of Hello Kitty live and in 3D. The soundtrack features catchy songs from artists such as Bruno Mars, Kylie Minogue, Clean Bandit, Flo Rida and many more.
Locations Abu Dhabi Cost Silver Dh75 Gold Dh95 Platinum Dh125 Date July 7 Al Gharbia Cultural Centre; July 8 Al Ain Theatre; July 9 Al Raha Beach Theatre Timings 6pm to 7.30pm More details +971 800 555
10. Jashn E-Eid concert
Celebrate Eid with acoustic sufi music by music legend Rabbi Shergill along with chartbusters from Shibani Kashyap and Maya Venus. Rabbi Shergill is known for his semi-Sufi acoustic rock-based songs and socially relevant lyrics. He sang ‘Challa’ and ‘Tu Mun Shudi’, composed by A.R.Rahman.
Location Shaikh Rashid Auditorium, Indian High School, Dubai Cost Starts at Dh100 Date July 8 Timings 7.30pm onwards (Doors open at 6.30pm) Get tickets here
