The Eid Al Adha holidays are here and with most people getting a six-day break, excitement and anticipation is running high.
While in Dubai, there is so much to do and explore and with such a long break, the entertainment options are endless.
Connector is here with some suggestions on activations to make the most of the long holiday.
Art and Music Night
When 28 June
Where Theatre of Digital Art, Souk Madinat Jumeirah
Theatre of Digital Art is hosting a one-of-a-kind art and music night. Get mesmerised by the immersive show, 'From Monet to Kandinsky. Revolutionary Art', which is joined by live music performances from Dubai-based cellists, double bassists and pianists. Prices are set at Dhs 150.
www.toda.ae
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12-Hour Sale
When 29 June
Where Majid Al Futtaim malls around Dubai
To mark the opening of Dubai Summer Surprises, get ready to shop for amazing sales up to 90% off. Running from 10am to 10pm, shop from over 100 participating brands at Majid Al Futtaim malls around Dubai, including Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif, City Centre Deira, City Centre Me'aisem and City Centre Al Shindagha.
www.dss.ae
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Opera: Reimagined
When 30 June
Where Theatre of Digital Art, Souk Madinat Jumeirah
The 360-degree art immersive experience at the Theatre of Digital Art is bringing an amazing show this week. Yana Mann, the globally renowned mezzo-soprano, and digital artist Artur Gadzhiev, will put on a show with the themes love and death. Prices start at Dhs 200.
www.toda.ae
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Global Chess League
When Till 2 July
Where Le Meridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre, Al Garhoud
The first edition of the Global Chess League is running throughout this week. The amazing event will see world-renowned chess players go up against one another to win the title. A total of 14 matches will be held this week, with the finals taking place on 2 July.
www.globalchessleague.com
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Dubai Summer Surprises
When 29 June to 3 September
Where Around Dubai
Make the most of the amazing Dubai Summer Surprises, back for over nine weeks. Shoppers can enjoy discounts of up to 90% on shoes, bags, clothing, electronics and accessories, as well as participate in raffles, draws and live entertainment in the city.
www.dss.ae
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Hussain Al Jassmi and Kadim Al Sahir Live
When 1 July
Where Coca-Cola Arena
Delight in the opening of the exciting edition of Dubai Summer Surprises with performances from two brilliant Arabic artists, Hussain Al Jassmi and Kadim Al Sahir. Hussain Al Jassmi will sing amazing tracks like 'Raak Allah' and 'Ahebbak'. Watch Kadim Al Sahir, who has been in the music industry for over 40 years, sing tunes including 'Ana Wa Laila' and 'Ha Habibi'. Ticket prices start at Dhs 150.
www.coca-cola-arena.com
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Masoud Sadeghloo
When 1 July
Where The Agenda, Dubai Media City
The Agenda, Dubai Media City is set to host an amazing performance by Iranian singer Masoud Sadeghloo. The artist is known for incorporating Persian melodies and contemporary pop, singing to hits including 'Bi Atefe', 'Mosaken', 'Zade Baroon' and 'Shabahangi'. Prices start at Dhs 149.
www.theagenda.com
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Mohamed Abdo
When 2 July
Where Coca-Cola Arena
The brilliant Saudi singer Mohamed Abdo is set to perform during Eid Al Adha in Dubai once again, with his last show held five years ago. Having spent six decades in the music industry, the artist is known as the 'Artist of the Arabs'. Ticket prices start at Dhs 295.
www.coca-cola-arena.com
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