PICK OF THE DAY
Abu Dhabi International Book Fair
The annual marketplace for the publishing industry will see more than 1,250 exhibitors from 63 countries, exhibiting with a focus on reading and knowledge, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec). Open daily from 9am to 10pm; Friday 4pm to 10pm. Until May 2. China is this year’s Guest of Honour and will present a distinguished programme from China, with more than 20 performances that include a group of intellectuals, professors and experts. Free entry. adbookfair.com
THINGS TO DO IN ABU DHABI
Abu Dhabi Fashion Days - Pre Ramadan 17
Fashion exhibition bringing together established and upcoming designers, influencers and style icons together under one roof to cater to fashionistas, at The Dome, Zayed Sports City, 4.30-10.30pm, until Saturday. abudhabifashiondays.com
Public Lecture Series
Multaqa Zayed National Museum talk will explore the archaeological history of the United Arab Emirates, at Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island, 7pm. Register to attend by calling 02-6575800. saadiyatcultural district.ae
THINGS TO DO IN DUBAI
Art of Iris
Exhibition by Sanja Jankovic, featuring a live painting performance using grape as a painting tool, including both reds and whites. At Iris Dubai, The Oberoi Hotel, 7pm. Call 056-9511442
Kay’noo’nah
A solo exhibition by photographer Mark Pilkington at Tashkeel’s House 10, Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood and curated by Emirati artist Hind Bin Demaithan. Saturday to Thursday from noon to 6pm, until May 4. tashkeel.org
Manuel Rocheman Trio
French jazz pianist Manuel Rocheman (centre) is the only pupil of jazz legend pianist Martial Solal. He will be performing tracks from his new album MisTeRIO as well as famous pieces of renowned music composer Michel Legrand. At Infini Pool, Sofitel Dubai Jumeirah Beach, 8pm. Tickets Dh100. afdubai.org
Corte G Dinner
A crafted three-course menu that incorporates three special cuts of Argentinian meat, paired with Corte G grape beverages, at Gaucho Dubai, DIFC, 7pm. Dh450 plus taxes. Call 056-8547166. gauchorestaurants.com
La Dolce Vita
A culinary ladies evening offering them a three-course set menu by three star Michelin Chef Heinz Beck, at Social by Heinz Beck, The Waldorf Astoria, Palm Jumeirah, 7pm. Dh195 per person inclusive of two beverages. Call 04-8182222.
GF Experiments with Music
Live musical acts by Justin Homer and Ramzi, curated by Abbo Abbondandolo, Dubai’s open mic maestro. A night of experimental sounds at Copper Dog, The Hilton Double Tree, 8pm. Register to attend. gc.agency/gfmusic
RnB Chic
Soak up the sunset while enjoying RnB and hip hop sounds by DJ Samad, at Sho Cho Dubai, Dubai Marine Resort. Every Wednesday from 6-9pm with house beverages for only Dh30. Call 04-3461111.
Ladies Night
Three free beverages and 50 per cent off on selected bar snacks for women, every Wednesday from 8pm to 1am, at Marina Social Dubai, InterContinental Dubai Marina. Call 04-4466664.
Opening of Pintados
Susan de Guzman’s art exhibit at the Philippine Consulate General, 7pm. Email eleanorbalanquit@gmail.com to attend. Call 056-4975388
Maifest
Traditional German celebration that marks the arrival of spring. Dance and sing along to the tunes of the Die Kirchdorfer band from Munich at Grand Hyatt Dubai, until May 6. Today, buffet at Dh195 per person for food only. A la carte menu available. Call 04-3172222.
Ladies Day
Sit back and relax on loungers for free, free-flowing select house beverages and chefs platter de jour for Dh100, from noon to 5pm. At Cove Beach, Jumeirah Beach Hotel. covebeach.com.
Cartel with Danny Leese and Phil James
Ladies night with free beverages for women until 1am, at Cirque Le Soir, The Fairmont Dubai. Doors open at 11.30pm.
Call 050-9955400
THINGS TO DO IN SHARJAH
Khitamuha Misk
A night of Arabic, western and jazz music performed by students of the AUS Arabic Music Ensemble (AME) and the AUS Woodwind Ensemble (AWE), at American University Sharjah Main Auditorium, 7pm. Tickets Dh50. facebook.com/PerformArtsAUS
