Make plans to attend the UAE National Day Family Fun Day. Take part in a native fish release at 9am at Nasimi Beach, then enjoy events including a pearl-diving demonstration, talks on marine life, tours, face painting, henna and more. November 28, from 9am for the fish release; from 10am to 8pm for the Family Fun Day; Dh100 for adults, free for children age 11 and younger with each paid adult, The Lost Chambers Aquarium, Atlantis, The Palm Dubai, www.atlantisthepalm.com
Book a special National Day manicure at one of Bedashing's five Abu Dhabi branches, where nail artists will help you pay tribute to the nation's 43rd birthday with tiny red, green and black flags, dot designs and our favourite – astonishingly accurate miniature camels, complete with a rider and micro sand dunes. From Dh15 per nail. Go to www.bedashingbeauty.com or call 02 417 1999 to make an appointment
Attend a performance of Billy Bishop Goes to War. Back in Dubai by popular demand, and in remembrance of the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War, the British actor James Gaddas brings the one-man musical which captures the tragedies and humour of real life during the First World War. 8pm, from Dh120, Kilachand Studio Theatre, Ductac, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, 04 341 4777, www.ductac.org
Join the Sunset Drum Circle for a drumming lesson on The Beach as the desert sun sets. Experienced drummers and beginners are invited. From 5pm to 6pm, North Lawn Area, next to Eggspectation, opposite Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai, marketing@thebeach.ae
See the play Happy Birthday Sunita, the acclaimed comedy drama about the Johal family of Britain, whose drama has been simmering for years and is about to boil over. 8pm, from Dh200, Centrepoint Theatre, Ductac, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, 04 341 4777, www.ductac.org
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