String Symphony by Nazir Haidri. Courtesy Nazir Haidri
String Symphony by Nazir Haidri. Courtesy Nazir Haidri
String Symphony by Nazir Haidri. Courtesy Nazir Haidri
String Symphony by Nazir Haidri. Courtesy Nazir Haidri

5 things to do today: enjoy the exhibition Symphony in Cubism and register to take part in the K-Pop Academy


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Enjoy the exhibition Symphony in Cubism. Artist Nazar Haidri blends a range of styles and motifs using simple line work and colourful shapes to focus on musical instruments and people who are connected to music. Open 10am to 10pm, Z Gallery, first floor, Four Points by Sheraton, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, 04 323 0333, www.fourpointssheikhzayedroad.com

Register to take part in the K-Pop Academy, which offers vocal and dance workshops based on the popular Korean musical genre. October 1 to 12 for vocal training; October 15 to November 4 for dance training, classes for ladies-only and mixed, ages 12+, Korean Culture Center, twofour54 campus, Khalifa Park, Abu Dhabi, register at uae.korean-culture.org

Celebrate Eid Al Adha with Emaar Entertainment venues, including 24-hour film screenings at Reel Cinemas in Dubai Mall, trampolining and VRcade zombie-hunt gaming at Sega Republic, taster sessions at Dubai Ice Rink and more. Various timings and entry prices, The Dubai Mall, Dubai, www.thedubaimall.com/en/entertain

Book your spot at the inaugural Oktoberfest at Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort and enjoy traditional hearty foods and beverages, plus live music from a party band. A dedicated play area for children is also available. October 13-14, 5pm on October 13; 12.30pm on October 14, free entry; from Dh120 for buffet, beverages sold separately, Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel & Resort, Corniche, Abu Dhabi, reservations at 02 677 3333

Sign up to take part in the Urban Ultra Night Rebel trail run, a 10-km, 20-km, or 30-km cross-country adventure on gravel track and rocky wadi bed, with a light-reflective material for navigation. September 23, from 7pm, Dh275 registration fee, Wadi Showka, Ras Al Khaimah, register by September 14, www.premieronline.com

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