PICK OF THE DAY
Transform into a mystical Mermaid
Have you ever wanted to meet a mermaid, or become one yourself? Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, The Dubai Mall welcome’s a group of enchanting guests to The Mermaid Reef, as well as a magical transformation area where young children can become underwater sea creatures. Hannah Fraser and Marina Kazankova from Mermaids of Arabia, perform underwater at 4pm, 6pm and 8pm each Thursday, Friday and Saturday until May 13. Call
04-4485200. thedubaiaquarium.com
THINGS TO DO IN ABU DHABI
Cinco de Mayo
Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Mexican army’s victory in 1862 and sees colourful celebrations across Mexico and the United States, experience the Latin celebrations at El Sombrero, Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel. All you can eat offer for Dh197 per person. Call 02-6773333
Blue Marlin Ibiza UAE Turns Five
The beach venue marks its 5th year by paying tribute to five elements that bind us to the universe. Live set from Berlin based DJ Frank Wiedemann, one half of the musical duo, Ame and joining them is Loco Dice, a dancefloor maestro. Call 056-1133400. bluemarlinibiza-uae.com
Immaculate Touch
Pool party featuring DJs Shane Patrick, Paul Hamilton, James Campbell, Stew Magoo and Chad Phunk, dancers and It-Bot, an 8feet led robot, at Al Maya Island Beach, 11am-9pm. Free entry for women before 1pm. Tickets Dh100. Call 055-1145311
Street Food Market
Grill and chill as Du Forum on Yas Island has transformed into a food haven. Live performances, kids activities and skill games for adults, today and tomorrow, from 3pm.
THINGS TO DO IN DUBAI
Rant of the Pant
Sorabh Pant outrages about Trump and India, pollution, human rights, population control, his favourite Indian PMs, Modi, Rahul, other comedians with all-new jokes and some of his best material. At The Junction, Alserkal Avenue at 4pm and 8pm. Tickets are priced at Dh175 and can be bought at tixbox.com. sorabhpant.com
Italian Vanity Art Exhibition
Italian artists exhibit with a focus on their approach to contemporary art, covering a variety of visual art mediums, including painting, sculpture, photography and installation art. At The Gallery of Light, Mall of the Emirates. Open daily 11am-8pm, today 2-8pm, until May 10. Free entry. ginaaffinito.com
Always Jadine
James Reid and Nadine Lustre perfroms with special guests Chad Kinis and G-Force, at Zabeel Hall 6, Dubai World Trade Centre. Tickets from Dh125. Doors open at 6pm. tickets.virginmegastore.me
Rick Ross
The American rapper will be behind the decks at Base Dubai, Dubai Design District. Doors open at 10pm. Call 055-3134999
Rodion Pogossov
The Russian born baritone and regular performer of the New York Metropolitan Opera performs at One & Only Royal Mirage, Al Sufouh, doors open at 7pm. Tickets from Dh250, available at platinumlist.net. dcc.ae
360° Fridays
Kick-start the pre-party every Friday at 360, Jumeirah Beach Hotel with the 2-4-1 offer on the Friday brunch, throughout May. American dance DJ Terry Hunter will get the party started with his powerful signature soul grooves, from 8pm. 50 per cent off beevrages from 8-11pm. Call 055-5008518
The Indian Classical Forum
A two-day event showcasing the best talent from the Indian subcontinent at Ductac, Mall of the Emirates. Today, the event opens with Aruna Sairam’s performance (11am), followed by Shri Sanjay Subrahmanyan (4pm) and the highlight - a jugalbandi concert featuring Bombay Jayashri and Shubha Mudgal. Tickets from Dh75. ductac.org
ACE Anniversary celebrations
ACE, Dubai Festival City will be celebrating the 11th anniversary of the store by offering discounts on the store’s product’s. In addition there will also be in-store fun and entertainment to mark the occasion and for customers to celebrate, today and tomorrow.
Cinco de Mayo
Soak up an atmosphere with a Mexican buffet and dance the night away to Latin music by the resident band, Tonati, at Tortuga, Mina A’Salam, 7pm. Dh225 inclusive of soft beverages. call 04-4323232
The Ripe Market
Spend your Friday morning picking up some fresh, organic, local fruits and veggies from the market including the best foodies, artisans, designers, jewellers, entertainers and musicians, at Zabeel Park, gate 2, 9am-2pm. ripeme.com
Bob Marley’s 36th Anniversary
Reggae Roots and Dancehall DJ’s Agugu and DJ Mantell alongside DJ Brownskin, at The Music Room, Majestic Hotel Bur Dubai, 9pm. Entry Dh80. Call 04-3598888
Maya Diab
The Lebanese entertainer will be performing at Omni Club, Wafi Complex, 10.30pm. Call 052-9999222
