PICK OF THE DAY
Bridge of Surprises, try the new virtual reality experience when you spend Dh200, at Citycentre Me’aisem and City Centre Al Shindagha. The game challenges players to cross a rope bridge stretched between two balloons flying over Dubai in virtual reality, catch as many logos of participating stores in bubbles falling from the sky using the hand controller and win prizes. From 12pm-10pm on weekdays and 12pm-midnight on weekends, until Sunday.
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Ladies Night, every Wednesday women get unlimited select beverages while dining, at Aquarium, Yas Island, 7 to 11pm. Also, every Saturday, women got unlimited beverages and a tidbits platter for Dh55. Call 02-5650007.
Iris Summer special, Mondays to Saturdays from 6-8pm, 50 per cent off selected beverages and 25 per cent off food. At Iris, Yas Island. Call 055-1605636.
Magical summer, activities for children including a back to school zone, at Deerfields Mall, 4pm to closing, daily until September 3.
Fun Nation, workshops in gaming and fashion at du Forum, Yas Island. Compete in games like FIFA 16, Super Smash Bros and Street Fighter V. Children can dance along with Shaun the Sheep during his daily show. Its open from 2-10pm, until Saturday, tickets Dh40 for adults and Dh20 for children, available at ticketmaster.ae. More at abudhabisummerseason.ae.
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Launch of Miss Independent ladies night at Ramusake, Double Tree by Hilton, Jumeirah, every Wednesday, with women getting free select beverages from 8pm-12am, along with offers on sharing snacks. Music of DJ Adam Graca playing smooth R’n’B and hip hop. Call 04-5595300.
Ayanda, a South African drama about an Afro-hipster girl who has a knack of converting neglected furniture pieces and bringing them back to love. Part of Cinema Akil’s Hard Day’s Night movie series, at A4 Space, Alserkal Avenue, 7pm, screenings until Friday. More at alserkalavenue.ae.
Blush Wednesday, free beverages for women from 8pm until 1am, and a 30 per cent discount on the Peruvian menu, every Wednesday at Inka Dubai, Sofitel Downtown. Call 04-3469295.
Latin America meets Spain, BNF dancers teach reggaeton lessons and perform flamenco shows. Dance to the beats of the Spanish music scene and Latin tunes, at Ocacti Mexican House, Pier 7. Call 04-4526699.
Switch Up Wednesdays with Levier, at Provocateur, Four Seasons Resort Dubai. Doors open at 11pm. Call 055-2118222.
Rosay Wednesday with Scottie B, Nick Tohme and DJ Jack, at Cavalli Club, The Fairmont Hotel. Call 050-9910400.
Jumeirah Golf Estates is matching its Fire or Earth course green fee with Henrik Stenson’s aggregate score over the US PGA Championship – at Dh272 per round, until tomorrow. Email teetimes@jge.ae or call 04-8182000.
Wellness on the go, express gym that is free to use by Technogym, at Dubai Sports World. More at dubaisportsworld.ae.
Biryani and Kebab festival, the menu presents ten new dishes showcasing recipes perfected by Asha Bhosle in her kitchen. At Asha’s, Wafi Mall, available until October 31.
13 Daze Unplugged, acoustic sessions with the house band every Monday and Wednesday from 10pm, at Lock Stock & Barrel, Grand Millennium Hotel. Happy hour with buy one get one free on beverages from 5-8pm. Call 04-5149195.
Disconekt at Vii Dubai, Conrad Hotel. Doors open at 8pm for lounge and 11pm for the club. Call 050-9579471 or 050-1574020.
Circus fiesta, be entertained by Il Circo (4.15pm and 7.45pm) and the antics of magician Heman, the Italian comedy juggler (5pm and 9pm), in addition to roaming acts and kids circus workshops, at Mercato, August 20.
