Your daily guide to community and cultural activities across the Emirates for April 7, 2017, including performances, festivals, art exhibitions, film screenings, health and fitness events, talks, classes, workshops and family fun. Ellen Fortini rounds up 10 things to do today in the UAE.
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Al Ain
Cultural event
Attend Weekends at the Oasis, as part of the Visit Al Ain series, to enjoy workshops – including palm-frond painting and date-palm ropemaking – and activities such as film screenings and performances. There’s also a communal market with fresh produce, traditional crafts and artisanal products, as well as boutique concepts from the Al Ain community, live cooking, food trucks, henna and more.
Today and tomorrow, 4pm to 10pm, West Plaza and West Gate, Al Ain Oasis, Al Ain, www.visitalain.ae
Dubai
Film screening
Catch a screening of 2013 Sean Ellis movie Metro Manila as part of the Work in Progress film series presented by Cinema Akil and Alserkal Avenue. In the film, Oscar Ramirez (Jake Macapagal) and his family flee their impoverished life in the northern Philippines for a future in Manila, where Oscar finds work that proves to be more dangerous than anyone expected.
Tonight, 7pm, free on a first-come, first-seated basis, The Yard, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai, www.cinemaakil.com
Abu Dhabi
Performance
Attend Noche Flamenca's Antigona, a retelling of Sophocles's classic play through flamenco music and dance. In this performance about the feminine hero Antigone, acclaimed dancer Soledad Barrio depicts the battle between a disenfranchised woman and the patriarchy.
Today, 1pm and 8pm, free with registration, Red Theater, The Arts Center, NYU Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, register at www.nyuad-artscenter.org
Abu Dhabi
Food festival
Visit the final day of the Abu Dhabi Flavors Festival to tuck into the UAE’s rich and diverse cuisines at this festival featuring a mix of more than 100 food tents and street-food trucks, including burgers, kebabs, shawarma, sushi, curries, crepes and cookies.
Today, 2pm to midnight, Umm Al Emarat Park, Abu Dhabi, www.flavorsfestival.ae
Abu Dhabi
Family fun
Take the children to The Mall at World Trade Center for a family-friendly astronomy event featuring activities including a planetarium show, face-painting, a photo gallery and clowns. There will be telescope viewing available from 6.30pm to 8pm. Children can also learn fun facts about stars.
Today, 1pm to 8pm, free, food court, level 1, The Mall at World Trade Center, Abu Dhabi, www.wtcad.ae
Abu Dhabi & Dubai
Food trucks
TruckersDXB holds two food truck events today. Visit Food Truck Jam at Abu Dhabi Golf Club or Truckers Beach at JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel and Resort. Enjoy dishes from the region’s top food trucks, plus live music and a DJ. The Abu Dhabi event is open to families and there are kids’ activities and a craft market, while the Dubai event is open to ages 21+ only.
Today, 4pm to 11pm, Abu Dhabi Golf Club, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi; 2pm to 11pm, 21+ only, JA Jebel Ali Beach Hotel and Resort, Dubai, www.facebook.com/truckersdxb
Dubai
Comedy show
Have some fun at The Laughter Factory, featuring stand-up performances from British comedy writer and radio presenter Stephen Grant, Kenyan-born British comedian Imran Yusuf and Canadian comedian and songwriter Phil Nichol (pictured).
Tonight, 9pm, 21+, Dh140, Mövenpick, JBR, Dubai, 04 355 1862, www.platinumlist.net
Dubai
Family fun
Attend Rhythm on the River to see a line-up of musicians and performers, including Michael Jackson lookalike Mudassar (pictured), as well as shows including rock ‘n’ roll performances on Island Plaza; bucket drumming and a swing gang on Riviera Plaza; a capoeira workshop at Boardwalk Plaza; Emirati Ayala dancers, a New Orleans marching band, Indian drummers and more.
Daily until tomorrow, 2pm to 10pm, free, Riverland Dubai, Dubai Parks & Resorts, Dubai, www.riverlanddubai.com
Dubai
Concert
See the British rock band New Order in their first appearance in the Middle East. The Manchester-based band will play a selection of their top songs, as well as tracks from their latest album, Music Complete. Hits include Blue Monday, True Faith and Bizarre Love Triangle.
Tonight, doors open at 8pm, from Dh349, Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium, Al Garhoud, Dubai, www.platinumlist.net
Dubai
Family fun
Attend the Horse and Hound Show at Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club, which features competitions for horses, including fancy dress, jumping and tack and turnout, as well as dogs, including agility courses and a beauty contest. Plus there will be entertainment for the whole family, pony rides, food trucks, a shopping village and more.
Today, 10am to 4pm, Dh50 for adults, free for children ages 12 and younger, Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club, www.alhabtoorpoloresortandclub.com
