Hip hangouts: Street Art Legends and more

Off the Wall: Street Art Legends

The Off the Wall: Street Art Legends exhibition has brought in work by arguably the world’s most legendary urban street artist, Banksy. The anonymous Brit artist is known for his politically charged graffiti, which has popped up from his UK hometown of Bristol to New Orleans and Palestine.

Despite his popularity (Brad and Ange own some of his pieces) he has managed to keep his identity under wraps, and apparently his parents don’t even know he’s Banksy!

Banksy is not the only artist on show, the man behind the image portraying Banksy as an Oscar, aka Mr Brainwash, celeb fave and American graffiti legend, Shepard Fairey, and Amsterdam-based street art group, The London Police, will also be on show.

The exhibition is also showing up-and-coming artists, including French DJ-turned-artist activist, Gwenael Salaun, and 21-year-old Iraqi cartoon-style graphic artist, Saif Chilmiran.

The exhibition is hoping to inspire others and encourage urban art in the region.

If you’re a huge fan of the work, you can do a Brangelina and buy the pieces, but head down asap because the works are going fast.

Where: Pro Art Gallery, Palm Strip Mall, Dubai
When: Sat-Thu 10am-10pm, until mid-February
Call: 04 345 0900

A-List Fancy Dress Party at Zinc

There’s only one place fans of all things old-school Hollywood glam should be on Monday night – Zinc. Pourquoi? For their Icons of the World party. Everyone has their own icon – Marilyn fans need to reach for their blonde wig and white dress, and Elvis fanatics should don their finest studded jumpsuit. There will be prizes for the best dressed, so if you’re dolled up to impress you might just win a VIP table or Dh1,500 to spend in Zinc. The giveaways, teamed with complimentary cocktails and iconic music on loop all night, mean it’s guaranteed to be an amazing night.

Cost: Free for ladies, Dh100 for men
Where: Zinc, Crowne Plaza Dubai
When: 10pm-3am, Monday 30
Call: 800CROWNE

Loaded: Just Good Music

Loaded is known for playing nothing but the best music (the hint is in the ‘Just Good Music’!) and with a brand new resident DJ, Sean Rutherford, behind the decks and popular DJ, Andy Buchan, returning, the music is set to impress. We’ve had a sneak peek at their playlist and everyone from Joy Division to The xx and our current fave, Two Door Cinema Club, are on it.

As if the music wasn’t enough to get you along, there’s a Dh20 deal for drinks and no minimum spend at tables (email seeyounextfriday@gmail.com to book a table for you and your friends).

In keeping with the alternative vibe of the night, classic shows and films will be screened. Expect to catch a glimpse of Nathan Barley, Human Traffic and 24-Hour Party People.

Cost: Free all night
Where: Casa Latina, Ibis Hotel, Dubai
When: 9pm-3am, Friday, January 27 |
Call: 04 399 6699

Tribute to Heavy D

Fans of hip hop can’t miss Chi’s Heavy D tribute with Soul For Real. The band were closely associated with the late rapper (he produced their chart-topping 1995 single Candy Rain) so expect an emotional tribute.

Cost: Dh120
Where: Chi, The Lodge
When: 9pm-3am, Thursday 26
Call: 04 337 9470

Kasabian in Dubai

Consider this our nudge for you to get in gear and buy your Kasabian tickets. Expect hits like Processed Beats and Empire, as well as new singles like Goodbye Kiss from the Brit rockers.

Cost: From Dh295-Dh495
Where: 7s Stadium, Al Ain Road
When: 6pm, Friday, February 10
Call: 04 439 0900