Another week ends, Thursday is here … and the weekend starts.
And this weekend looks like another jam packed few days with a host of different activities. From the Canal Run to RedFest DXB, comedy at the Laughter Factory and fun activities for children and families, there is lots to choose from. Pick your favourites and have a ball.
When: 14 February
Where: Dubai International Cricket Stadium
Pakistan Super League
HBL’s Pakistan Super League kicks off on Thursday with a star-studded opening ceremony and a match between Islamabad United and Lahore Qalandars. Six teams will play head-to-head over six weeks to win the coveted title. Before the first toss of the series, spectators will get to enjoy brilliant live performances by Pitbull and Junoon. Tickets start at Dhs 40.
www.q-tickets.com
When: 14-15 February
Where: Dubai Media City Amphitheatre
RedFestDXB
The biggest music festival in the region, RedFestDXB returns this month! Hosted by Virgin Radio at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre this year's star-studded lineup includes some of the industry’s brightest stars such as Macklemore, Camila Cabello, Jax Jones, DJ Snake
and G-Eazy.
www.redfestdxb.com
When: 14-15 February
Where: Móvenpick JBR and Grand Millennium Barsha Heights
Laughter Factory
Funnyman John Fothergill, fellow Brit Ria Lina and entertainer Lateef Lovejoy will fill your nights with laughter. This weekend, catch them at Móvenpick JBR on Thursday and Grand Millennium Barsha Heights on Friday. Both shows start at 9pm and a full bar and food menu makes it easy to love this Dubai comedy nights.
www.thelaughterfactory.com
When: 14-15 February
Where: Dubai Opera
PIAF! Le Spectacle
PIAF! Le Spectacle, a musical celebration of the life of the legendary French female singer Edith Piaf, comes to Dubai for the very first time. The musical narrates the rags-to-riches story of the Parisian singer’s career through her unforgettable songs, complemented by a display of unreleased photographs of Piaf’s life. Tickets start at Dhs 200.
www.dubaiopera.com
When: 15 February
Where: Dubai Canal
Dubai Canal Run
Dubai is not short of interesting backdrops to host different fitness events and the latest one on the scene is a run along the Dubai Canal. Another family-friendly event, the race features three distances, the 1km run, suitable for the children, the 5km and the 10km, which runs the full course.
www.raceme.ae
When: 15 February
Where: Al Quoz
My Furry Valentine Adoption Day
This month of love, if you are looking for ‘True Love’, find it in the eyes of pretty furry four-legged beings. They are very capable of melting hearts and giving comfort at any time. On Friday, 15 February, Tail-Waggin’ Mobile Pet Spa is holding a ‘My Furry Valentine Adoption Day’ at its Al Quoz store. Go and get yourself the ‘love of your life’.
Call 055-4140880
When: 15 February
Where: Bollywood Parks Dubai
Shafqat Amanat Ali and Strings live
Pakistan’s most notable music icon Shafqat Amanat Ali, and two-piece rock/pop band Strings are performing live at Dubai Parks and Resorts this weekend. These icons have delivered some of the popular Bollywood songs such as “Mitwa” (Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna), “Dildara” (Ra.One) , “Aankhon Kay Sagar” and more. Ticket price of the concert is included in the Bollywood Parks entry ticket.
www.bollywoodparksdubai.com/en
When: 15 February
Where: Shangri-la Hotel
Aza Trunk Show
Do you fancy clothes designed by Bollywood fashion icons? Aza, the multi-designer store from Dubai is organising a two-day high end fashion show in Dubai by putting designs by Manish Malhotra, Anamika Khanna, Tarun Tahiliani, Anita Dongre, Urvashi Joneja and many more on display. Time to up your fashion game, gals! Entry is free.
www.azafashions.com
When: 15 February
Where: Cinema Akil
Good Morning
Good Morning is a light-hearted comic Arabic tale of two men, a general aged 78, and an army doctor aged 81, who have set up a modern coffee shop looking out on to a bustling street of Beirut. One day, two men take a pause and start to observe how everything around them has changed and they get engaged in internal monologue as they confront the world that is quite different from the one they grew up in. Tickets start at Dhs 52.50.
www.cinemaakil.com
When: 15 February
Where: Gate 2, Dubai Creek Park
Dubai Cares Walk for Education
Now in its 10th year, Dubai Cares Walk for Education donates the proceeds from the event to provide children with safe access to school and bring awareness to the difficulties they face. At the end, participants can enjoy engaging in a host of entertainment options. Children under five go free, otherwise the entry is Dhs 30.
Call 04-4504550
When: 15-22 February
Where: Olli
Slime Lab
Snap, squeeze and stretch your way through the mid-term break with Slime Lab at OliOli. With tonnes of gooey fun, the Slime Lab is perfect for kids and parents just in time for mid-term break! Children will be able to join in on special slime experiments, stations and surprises. The fun workshop is suitable for kids of age 4 and above. Access to Slime Lab is included in the entry ticket which is priced at Dhs 126 per child aged 2-18 years, Dhs 63 per child aged 18-23 months and Dhs 42 per adult.
Call 04-7027300
When: until 16 February
Where: The Sustainable City
Horse Jumping Competition
The first International Horse Jumping Competition (CS12) welcomes riders from across the world for a fascinating display of skill. In addition to the equestrian competition, there will be a variety of activities for the whole family to enjoy including the K9 Dog Show, children’s activities, and the origin market showcasing handcrafted, ethical, eco-friendly and sustainable products. Entry is free.
www.thesustainablecity.ae