Make the most of your days off; we’ve lined up fun activities to get you in the weekend mode!
1. Kids’ Carnival
Ibn Battuta Mall is hosting a Kids’ Carnival at Egypt Court where children up to 14 years of age can shop, play and win. They can participate in games that will challenge their physical and mental skills. What’s more, they can look forward to a range of exciting prizes including electronics, toys, discounts, shopping vouchers and much more. www.ibnbattutamall.com
Throughout November
Ibn Battuta Mall
Free entry
2. French Festival
The Apéritif à la française event is held in over 10 major capital cities every year, including Dubai, New-York, Hong-Kong, Sao Paulo, Paris, Tokyo to name a few, gathering tens of thousands of people and offering them the opportunity to discover the French art de vivre in outstanding festive and convivial environments and it’s back in Dubai for its 4th edition. Head to the Westin Mina Seyahi amphitheatre and gardens and enjoy all things French! Savour your favourite French products in a unique atmosphere. Call 04-3994141.
When: 18 November, 12pm-10pm.
Where: The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina
How much: Free entry
3. The Great British Street Party
If it is a true British experience you are looking for, then DUKES Dubai is the only place to be. A Royal welcome is waiting with a red-carpet arrival and plenty of photo opportunities at London’s famous landmarks. Familiar tunes will fill the air and once a drink is in hand the festivities are sure to commence. You will be filled with feelings of nostalgia from the ever so British culinary delights: picnic baskets filled with Sausage Rolls, Quiche, Sliced Roast Beef, Scotch Eggs and Pickles, to the bowls of Sherry Trifle and make-your-own Eton Mess. Party-goers can indulge in a delicious array of food and drink from the ‘fit for a feast’ tables lining the street. Call 04-4551111.
DUKES Dubai on Palm Jumeirah
November 18, 1pm-5pm
Dhs 450 per person
4. Dubai Fitness Challenge finale
Soon coming to an epic close, the Dubai Fitness Challenge, was especially designed to inspire Dubai's citizens, residents and visitors to boost their physical activity by committing to a minimum of 30 minutes of daily activity for 30 days. The two action packed days will see everything from dragon boat racing and ninja warriors to sunset yoga on the Festival Bay Helipad, spin classes and much more. Over the course of the weekend visitors will be treated to an appearance from a current world heavy weight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua, special edition IMAGINE shows throughout each evening, the Dubai Fitness Challenge awards ceremony and a Guinness World Record attempt for the most people simultaneously doing jump squats. The weekend of celebrations will culminate in a spectacular fireworks display across Festival Bay. dubaifitnesschallenge.com.
17 and 18 November
Dubai Festival City
Free entry.
5. Party with celebs
Celebrate the weekend with Jennifer Lopez and Tyga as they will be donning the red carpet at BASE! J Lo, who has come about with multiple smash hits, will be partying in style on Thursday before she takes the stage for her upcoming concert. On Friday, Tyga, will be celebrating his birthday at BASE. Tyga has recorded collaborations with Rick Ross and Chris Brown amongst others before being asked to sign for Kanye West’s record label. Call 055-3134999.
16 and 17 November
Base
Free entry
6. MUTEK
The musical landscape of Dubai will witness for the first time, a whole new take on the electronic music scene with the arrival of Mutek. While international sell-outs including Jeff Mills will be entertaining crowds at the main stage, acclaimed artists Hugues Clement, Stanislav Glasov and Dasha Rush are set to enthrall with A/Vision performances, making the experience truly unforgettable. Combine this with interactive shows, discussions and networking opportunities; bringing together the musical community, this is an occasion not to be missed. platinumlist.com.
16-18 November
The W Hotel Al Habtoor City
Ticket prices start from Dhs 50.
7. Dubai Women’s Run
The 7th Annual Dubai Women’s Run (DWR) is hosting both 5K and 10K formats will showcase the world’s most talented distance runners including world record holder Tegla Laroupe, members of the UAE Athletics Team and other international elite athletes. DWR ran an active pre event campaign to attract amateur and professional runners through the inspiration and motivation spread by its brand ambassadors Sonu Sood, Lamia Tariq Malallah AlFarsi, Dareen Barbar and Sana Khan. The event will feature a race village complete with F&B, entertainment and activities for the whole family. www.dubaiwomensrun.com.
17 November
Marasi Business Bay
Dhs 150 entrance fee
8. It’s Shoe Time
To celebrate shoes this November, you can marvel at the spectacle of six pairs of freestanding giant shoes, which all stand over 1.5 metres high. Get the chance to win a pair of shoes, simply find any of the 6 big shoe displays scattered across the mall and take a selfie with your favourite, share it on Instagram using #BurJumanshoetime and comment on which Club Apparel shoe brand you like the most. The 6 most creative photos will get a chance to win a pair of shoes from Dune London, Nine West, Charles & Keith, ALDO shoes, Call It Spring or Naturalizer. Call 04-3520222.
Until 3 December
Burjuman
Free