PICK OF THE DAY
Imagine, A Child’s Dream
Dubai Festival City is launching its newest show, where visitors at the free event wil be treated to a journey through the imagination of a young child – with airplanes, whales, mystical treehouse and giant dancing robots complete with fireworks and a live performance by the winner of The Voice Kids Arabia 2016, Lynn Al Hayek (8pm). Entertainment from 4pm. Also, for two weeks starting today adults and children alike will have the chance to draw their dreams in a custom built Dream Station, 6pm to mall closing. festivalcentre.com
THINGS TO DO IN ABU DHABI
Family Fun Nights
Take advantage of the fun nights at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi for Dh65 per person. From 6-11pm every Thursday and Friday until May 19, spend the evening at the park, while experiencing family rides in addition to entertainment shows and activities for the little ones. ferrariworldabudhabi.com
THINGS TO DO IN AL AIN
Ladies Night
Wadi Adventure are having their ladies night from 5-10pm. Dh55 per child and Dh95 per adult, includes entry, unlimited buffet, fitness class and henna. Boys over nine years will not be allowed in. Ladies night also on May 18. wadiadventure.ae
THINGS TO DO IN DUBAI
Star Wars Day
Lego Star Wars activation at the Toy Store, Mall of the Emirates, until Saturday. Help create a large mosaic build and take part in the make and take activity, all children attending will receive a giveaway and are invited to come dressed as their favorite Star Wars characters.Today at 5pm and 8pm, and tomorrow and Saturday at 3pm and 6pm.
Star Wars book reading at Borders, Dubai Festival City. Little ones are invited to the event during which excerpts of the famous books will be read in English from 4.30pm-6pm, today and tomorrow. Each child attending will be gifted a free book and Star Wars goodies, and are encouraged to come dressed as their favourite Star Wars characters.
Hip*Notize
Dance to your favourite tunes with Mr Shef Codes and Kaboo, at the urban night, at Billionnaire Mansion, Taj Dubai. Women get free beverages between 8-11pm. Doors open at 10pm. Call 04-5103100
5 de Mayo
Wear your traditional Puebla attire, dresses and braids and be ready for a night filled with Mexican favorites including a traditional mole and live music, at La Tablita, Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights, 7pm. Dh180 per person inclusive of Mexican waters. Call 04-3172222
Afrojack
The Dutch DJ and Grammy award winner will be behind the decks at Base Dubai, Dubai Design District. Doors open at 10pm. Tomorrow, hip-hop star Rick Ross performs. Call 055-3134999
Jeeveshu
The Indian laughterpreneur performs at The Junction, Alserkal Avenue. Tickets Dh150. Shows today at 8.30pm and Saturday at 5.30pm and 8.30pm. tixxbox.com
No Siesta just Fiesta
Pay homage to Spain’s most influential rock/ruma band with Destrangis Tribute a Estopa performing all the Estopa favourites, at Casa De Tapas Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club. Performance from 11pm. Call 04-4161800.
Surprise Cinema
Outdoor movie experience with the film being a surprise, all you would know before the screening is its a Hollywood hit. At The Greens, Arabian Ranches Golf Club. BBQ grill, pizza and house beverages will be available. Doors open at 8pm, screening at 8.30pm. Entry Dh50, Dh150 with food voucher and blanket. Every weekend, until May 19. ticketmaster.ae
Sri Lankan Musical NIght
Chitral Somapala, Jayasri Twins and Duween headline the night at The Music Room, Majestic Hotel Bur Dubai, 9pm. Entry Dh100. Call 04-3598888
Urbn Special Edition feat Nelly
The American rapper performs at White Dubai, Meydan, supported by Devon Kosoko and Dany Neville. Doors open at 11pm. Call 050-4430933
Hatem Al Iraqi
The Iraqi artist will be performing live at the official opening of Omni Club, Wafi Complex, 10.30pm.
Call 052-9999222
Taste of Jamaica
Jamaican food with live bands and DJ spinning reggae dancehall and soca music all night long, at Tribeca Dubai
JA Ocean View Hotel, JBR, 7pm. Call 050-3456067
Gnome Home
The enchanted venue launches at Times Square Centre, until May 26. Stroll into the gnome home to stand a chance to win prizes (Dh200 spend required). timessquarecenter.ae
Outlook Festival Dubai
Mike Skinner, Logan Sama and Wookie headlione the night along with local DJ support, at ON42, Media One Hotel. Doors open at 10pm. Entry Dh85 in advance at platinumlist.net. outlookfestival.com
