From unlimited food to fun fitness classes, our pick of activities will keep you busy all weekend.
1. Boston Brunch Friday
Hosted every Friday, The Sportsman’s Arms is your place to go this weekend if you are craving some American-Irish cuisine. Unlike other brunch buffets you have been to, you will be served authentic American food at your table once you have made your choices from the menu. The meal includes sharing platters for starters and desserts for two and one main course per person. Wash all of it down with Boston’s best beverage options.
Location First Floor, International Tennis Centre, Zayed Sports City, Abu Dhabi Dates August 5 (Fridays) Timing 7pm to 10pm Cost Dh195 per person (includes soft drinks, juices and water); Dh275 per person (unlimited house beverages) Contact +971 2 403 4235 Email info@sportsmanszcs.com Website
2. Alvin and the Chipmunks live
Meet Alvin and the Chipmunks in live performances, meet and greet opportunities and workshops at Deira City Centre this weekend. Organised as part of the Dubai Summer Surprises, this event is a great one for children and adults can shop around taking advantage of the promotions in stores across the mall.
Location Deira City Centre, Dubai Dates August 4 to 10 Cost Free admission to live shows Timing 10am to 10pm; Stage performances 1pm, 3pm, 5pm, 7.30pm and 9.30pm
3. All you can eat mussels
We all love the world ‘unlimited’ when it comes to food and fun. Every Sunday of August, you get to enjoy limitless pots of mussels at Cooper’s Bar and Restaurant. They also serve a special sauce and fries on the side.
Location Cooper’s Bar and Restaurant, Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi Dates Every Sunday of August Timing 7pm onwards Cost Dh125 per person (not including service charges and taxes) Contact +971 2 657 3333 Email fb.park@rotana.com
4. Watch the Olympics in UAE
The Rio Olympic Games start over the weekend and you don’t have to be in Rio to enjoy the games. Here is our guide to 8 amazing venues to watch the Olympic Games in the UAE.
Before you go, be sure to read our fun facts about the Rio games. Did you know these Olympic tweets could get athletes and sponsors in trouble?
5. Dubai rocks with Ayushmann Khuranna
The multi-talented Ayushmann is set to rock Dubai this weekend and will perform live with his band Ayushmann Bhava. The Vicky Donor star’s band started performing in 2015. Here is our story on all you need to know about Ayushmann Khuranna.
Location Ice Rink, Al Nasr Leisureland, Oud Metha, Dubai Cost Dh150; VIP Dh400 Dates August 5 Timing Doors open at 6.30pm; Show starts at 7.30pm Book your tickets here
6. Pole fitness
In the UAE going running or doing outdoor exercises in summer means fighting with yourself to no end. And for those of us who hate gyms Dubai offers up some amazing air-conditioned alternatives. Pole fitness is one such fun choice. Along with helping you get in shape, it improves your flexibility, core strength and dancing prowess. Book before August 31 to get a 15 per cent off on your monthly bookings (2 or 3 classes per week).
Watch our special GN report on this and try out a pole fitness class this weekend.
Location Ground floor, Marina Sail Tower, Dubai Dates Contact for booking Cost Dh100 per session (Pole fitness and aerial classes); Other classes Dh75 onwards Contact +971 4 551 6911 or +971 50 460 5525 Email info@polefitdubai.com Website
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