Plan to visit the opening weekend of the newly redeveloped Mushrif Central Park, one of Abu Dhabi's largest urban parks, which features family-friendly activities and workshops, including storytelling, drum circles, kite-making, sports, games and performances by the Abu Dhabi Choral Group. On Friday, March 20, noon to 6pm, Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi, www.mushrifcentralpark.ae
Enjoy Yas Waterworld's new Glamour & Glow ladies' night, which follows the theme Legend of the Pearl, with activities inspired by the beauty and colours of the pearl, including UV body-painting, pearl jewellery and themed decor and lighting. Plus there are slides and rides and the H2O dance zone. Thursday, March 19, from 6pm to 11pm, from Dh225, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, www.yaswaterworld.com
Visit Inside Rolls-Royce, an interactive exhibition that offers a multi-sensory journey through the luxury car company's renowned engineering, design and craftsmanship, including a showcase of 44,000 paint swatches and fine woods and leathers. There's also a children's room. Thursday, March 19, from 4pm, The Beach, Jumeirah Beach Residence, Dubai, www.insiderolls-royce.com
Take a ride on the ArtBus, which offers three routes: Al Quoz; DIFC Gate Village and Downtown Dubai; and Jumeirah and Al Fahidi Historical District. Visitors can take in exhibitions at galleries along each route. Thursday, March 19, from 10am, Dh50 per person, departs from Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai, reservations at 04 341 7303, artbus@artinthecity.com
Mother's Day at La Serre Bistro and Boulangerie, where little ones can create floral arrangements for mums. Ladies can enjoy pastries, fresh coffee and tea and kids will be treated to mini pastries and a babyccino or juice. On Saturday, March 21, 10am to noon, Dh200 for mother and one child; Dh75 for each additional child, Vida Downtown Hotel, Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai, reservations at ehoultram@laserre.ae
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