The Hajj: Memories of a Journey

Exhibition celebrating the legacy of the spiritual journey of Hajj to the sacred house in Makkah, through the display of more than 182 artefacts on loan from a range of institutions, as well as donations of personal Hajj memorabilia. Through its six sections, the exhibition traces the historical and chronological timeline of the innovations made to facilitate Hajj practices throughout the ages, including the advent of Islam in the Arabian Peninsula, as well as the development of mosques in the UAE. At Shaikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Open daily from Saturday to Thursday from 9am-9pm, Friday 4.30-10.00pm, until March 19, 2018. Free entry.

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Things to do in Dubai

Battle of the Chefs Season 3

MasterChef India Season 5 winner Kirti Bhoutika takes on the first runner-up Ashima Arora, are competing again, under the tutelage and mentorship of Michelin-starred Chef Atul Kochhar and award-winning Chef Amrish Sood. At Rang Mahal by Atul Kochhar Restaurant, 7pm. Dh350 for a five course menu.

Call 04-4143000

S Club

The English pop group from London created by former Spice Girls manager Simon Fuller, preform as a trio, that includes lead singers Jo Omeara, Bradley Mcintosh and Tina Barrett, at Societe Dubai, Marina Byblos Hotel, from 11pm. Doors open from 10pm. Entry is free.

Call 050-6993191

Birthday Fiesta

Taqado, the Mexican street food outlet is hosting the #TourMexicoWithTaqado birthday campaign. Today visit any Taqado outlet between 3-5pm, and get a burrito for Dh5. Tomorrow until October 5, two burritos and two jarritos for Dh55, if ordered from Deliveroo.

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East Meets West

Discover a fusion of Indian and Italian cuisines when two Michelin starred chefs Manujnath Mural and Alfredo Russo join forces. At Vivaldi by Alfredo Russo, 7pm, Dh250 per person. Call 04-2071717.

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Mr Miyagi’s Offer

Mr Miyagi’s Dubai is offering three dishes and unlimited beverages for women and three dishes and a beverage for men, for Dh99, from 5-11pm, every Wednesday. at Media One, Dubai Media City.

Call 04-4207489

The Jukebox Brunch

A mid-week party for karaoke lovers, where singing is done as one big crowd. Entertainment includes a party DJ and karaoke songs chosen by you. At Lucky Voice Dubai, Grand Millennium Hotel, 8-11pm. Soft beverage package at Dh150, house beverage package at Dh250 and sparkling package Dh295. Social happy hour offers two-for-one on house beverages and pizzas from 2-8pm.

Call 800 58259

UAE46 – Art Competition 2017

On the 2nd of December 2017, the United Arab Emirates celebrates its 46th National Day. Swiss Art Gate UAE is marking the occasion with an art competition, where any professional local, resident, regional or international artist above 20 years of age is eligible to submit original artwork . Deadline for submission is October 16. Further details on the website.

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Be Ninja

Families and children are invited to unleash their inner ninja at the Ninja Training Camp in Lego City at Legoland Dubai, by completing five missions including scavenger hunts and speed and skills tests and receive a honourary ninja pop badge and headband. Guests also get a chance for a photo opportunity with the walking characters, Cole and Ninja Ollie and reenergize at The Market Restaurant with a ninja-inspired themed menu. Until September 30. Free with a valid Legoland Dubai ticket (Dh165 for residents).

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Recess Ladies Night

Theres always a reason to smile, free beverages for the ladies, every Wednesday. Music by Devon Kosoko. At Toy Room Dubai, Roda Al Murooj, Downtown Dubai.

Call 055-2464555

Black Tape

A new Wednesday night celebration that’s a little twisted and a little crazy, music by Tim Kay and DJ Stylez, at Cirque Le Soir, Fairmont Hotel. Doors open at 10.30pm.

Call 050-9955400

Wednesday Night Improv: Maestro

Ten of Dubai’s virtuoso actors converge for a night of scenes, songs and games based on audience suggestions. Players with the lowest scores are eliminated, and when only one remains they are crowned the maestro, at The Courtyard Playhouse, Al Quoz 1, 8pm. Free, register to attend.

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Tea and Mozart

As Dubai Opera opens its September season with a trio of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s stage productions, Armani/Lounge, Burj Khalifa celebrates European music and culture over a menu of sweet and savoury Austrian-inspired afternoon tea indulgences. Available throughout September, 3-6pm daily at Dh170 per person.

Call 04-8883666

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