5 things to do this weekend

With the long weekend ahead, maybe it's time to try something new.

 

 

In keeping with the spirit of the Islamic New Year, why not pop down to Urban Yogi organised by Injoy Giving and create something beautiful for a loved one out of waste and make them happy? Born out of a passion for the preservation of our beautiful planet, the intention is to renew and repurpose waste, by turning wasted products into things of beauty. These products are an experiment in generosity intended to build trust, human connection and inspire the spirit of giving in the community. Go down to The Urban Yogi and create up-cycled pieces of art, which you can then gift to your friends and loved ones.

 

Location The Urban Yogi, Times Square Center Cost Free Date October 17 Timing Noon to 3pm Phone 04 379 4943 

 

 

If you’ve always wanted to feel like the legendary Lawrence of Arabia and cross the unforgiving and most dangerously treacherous desert lands that ever existed (let your imagination go wild) you just need to book the newly introduced camel trek through the dunes with Abu Dhabi based desert retreat Arabian Nights Village. Offering a 45-minute camel trek through the awesome Al Khatem dunes for overnight guests, (day safari-goers get to use its stunning oasis pool after their desert activities) before their atmospheric dune dinner. Olympic swimmer Tom Daley tried it and seems to have had the time of his life. 

 

Location In the desert, Abu Dhabi Cost Dh150 per head Date Any day Timings 8am start (flexible) Phone 02 676 9990

 

 

Jumeirah favourite Sho Cho is turning 15 on Thursday and celebrates its birthday with a big bash where beverages are priced at a throwaway Dh15 each all night long. DJ Elie will then take over, entertaining party goers with the biggest 80’s tunes till closing.

 

Location Sho Cho, Dubai Marine Resort and Spa, Jumeirah 1, Dubai Cost Free entry Date October 15 Timings 7pm to 3am Phone 04 346 1111

 

 

Cielo is hosting its new season opening party on Thursday October 15. We’ve been promised live music, saxophonists, Brazilian samba dancers, a live Latin band, flowing bevvies and delicious Latin Street food. And all of this against the gorgeous backdrop which is Dubai Creek.  

 

Location Cielo Sky Lounge, Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, next to Park Hyatt Cost Free Entry Timings 8pm to 3am Phone 04 4161 800

 

 

La Residence Restaurant and Lounge at Raffles Dubai is a good venue for those looking for a relaxed and glamourous extended dinner or as Dubai likes to call it – night brunch. Considering they’ve just revised their timings to stay open later, they’ve gone from being good to great. Inspired by the stylish vintage brasseries of Paris, La Residence offers a chic  yet relaxed ambience. With Michelin Star chef Frederic Vardon behind the sharing-styled menu, you can expect high-quality French fare.

 

Location Raffles Dubai Cost Paris by Night evening brunch Dh300 with house beverages (special offer all this month) Timings 8pm to midnight (Venue open until 2am) Phone 04 396 2211

 

Best wishes for Hijri and a happy long weekend!