Find fresh produce at the Ripe Night Market at BurJuman, as part of Dubai Summer Surprises. One of the country's most popular food and craft markets offers the chance to pick up fresh organic fruit and vegetables as well as locally made handcrafted items that make great gifts. From 5pm to 10pm, BurJuman, Bur Dubai, www.ripeme.com
Enjoy a performance by Susan Albers, the winner of Deutschland Sucht Den Superstar – the German version of Arab Idol – who will be supported by the Thomsun Band. Albers will also be available for photos and autographs. Budding musicians can show off their musical talent with a host of Yamaha instruments and the best performers can win one of two guitars given away by her team. From 7pm to 9pm, centre stage, Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi, www.marinamall.ae
Plan to attend a talk by Saeed Al Gergawi of the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, who is part of the Emirates Mars Mission's education outreach and media team. He will speak about the UAE's involvement in space and the developments that await us. Tomorrow, from 5pm to 6.30pm, Urban Bistro, Dubai Media City, Dubai, www.cafescidubai.com
Attend a gallery talk by photographer Newsha Tavakolian, who will discuss her exhibition Blank Pages of an Iranian Photo Album, as well as the launch of her new book of the same name. 7pm, free admission with registration, East Wing, Limestone House 12, DIFC, Dubai, 050 553 3879, register at peg@east-wing.org
Celebrate Emirati Women's Day at Ladies Night tonight at Yas Waterworld. There will be a draw for luxury prizes from The Mall at World Trade Center Abu Dhabi, Emirati-themed decorations and snacks, plus UV henna body paint, Aqua Zumba sessions at 9pm and 10pm, as well as the park's 45 rides, slides and attractions. From 6pm to 11pm, from Dh200, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.yaswaterworld.com
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