There’s never nothing to do in the UAE on the weekends, so put on your shoes, get walking and just do.
1. Abu Dhabi Festival 2016
If you fancy doing something a little more cultural this weekend the Abu Dhabi Festival has plenty going on. From cultural performances to educational workshops there’s a lot of UAE culture and heritage to be seen and experienced this weekend.
Location Multiple locations in Abu Dhabi Dates April 3 to 30 Cost Emirates Palace Auditorium Diamond AED 350 Pearl AED 250 Balcony AED 125 Students 50% discount (please bring ID) Emirates Palace Auditorium (Lang Lang only) Diamond AED 500 Pearl AED 350 Balcony AED 225 Students 50% discount NYU Abu Dhabi Arts Center (The Festival Recital Series) Free admission Advance reservations required, available from April 12 Emirates Palace Gallery Free admission Timings Various schedules here Contact 02 333 6400
2. World Art Dubai
World Art Dubai brings together over 3000 paintings, prints, sculptures and photographs by artists across the world, amateur and professional. The USP of the event is that these artworks are priced from US$100 to US$10,000 (approx. Dh367 to Dh36730) making it very attractive for people who are just getting into the art space. Read our guide here
Location Dubai World Trade Centre Date April 6-9 Cost Dh15 Timings 2pm to 9pm Website World Art Dubai 2016
3. Dubai SkyRun 2016
The vertical run, SkyRun 2016, organised by Dubai Holding is an annual event which invites participants to run up the stairs of the prestigious Jumeirah Emirates Towers. This year, the race will be held on April 8. It is the third highest race in the Vertical World Circuit according to the Official Vertical World Circuit and the only Dubai race to fall in that category.
Location Near Godolphin Ballroom, Jumeirah Emirates Towers Date April 8 Cost per head Dh250 Timing Race Pack collection 6.30am to 7.30am; race timing 8am Register here Website Skyrun
4. Middle East Film and Comic Con 2016
Middle East Film and Comic Con 2016 is back again this weekend bringing together fans of comics, film and gaming entertainment and is one of the biggest pop-culture festivals of the region. Celebrities, artists, producers, exhibits from all over the world make their way into the festival. Read our guide here
Location Dubai World Trade Centre Date April 7 to 9 Cost VIP Dh500 (online) Dh600 (at the door); One day pass Dh100 (online) Dh130 (at the door); Three day pass Dh250 (online) Dh300 (at the door) Time 10am to 10pm Website MEFCC 2016 Bookings Get your tickets online
5. Mohammad Assaf performs live in Dubai
Palestinian singing sensation, Mohammed Assaf, will perform live at City Centre Deira on April 7 at their exclusive 'Spring Summer Fashion' event. The singer was a contestant on Arab Idol and his life story was adapted for a biopic titled 'The Idol' in 2015. He is also the goodwill ambassador for The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA).
Location City Centre Deira Cost Free Timings 7pm Website City Centre Deira
