Your Dubai BFF (18th-21st Nov)

💼 Business

RTA announces extended Dubai Metro timings from November 16 to 17

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🏒 Sports

Emirati athletes shine in Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championship

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💰Finance

GCC banks to continue strong performance next year

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These are some of the activities taking place this week in our city. There is a good balance of sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.

🎾👟Sports

Nike Women's Run
What is it: Every Thursday, women of all fitness levels will get together and start moving at the Nike Women's Run as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge.
Where: Dubai Canal
When: Thu 21 November | (More info)

WMF Thursday Social

What is it: During Dubai Fitness Challenge, get together with your fitness friends and attend the WMF Thursday Social for a coached cycling session at DXBike.
Where: DXBike
When: Thu 21 November | (More info)

🎵❤️Music & Concerts & Festivals

Majida El Roumi live

What is it: Ms. Majida El Roumi, Ambassador of Peace and Humanity, will perform at a charity concert presented by Spotlight Live as part of the "UAE With You, Lebanon" campaign.
Where: The Agenda
When: Mon 18 November | (More info)

Shaun Agostine «Sound of my music»
What is it: Experience a first for live music: an immersive 360° piano performance by Shaun Agostine, a composer and globally recognized award-winning pianist.
Where: TODA Theatre of Digital Art
When: Thu 21 November | (More info)

👶👩‍👧‍👦Family

Dolphin & Seal Show
What is it: Experience a thrilling display as the local seals and dolphins at the dolphinarium perform and demonstrate their abilities with the assistance of their expert trainers.
Where: Dubai Dolphinarium
When: Mon 18 November | (More Info)

🎭🎨Culture, Arts & Community

Oman National Day
What is it: On Oman National Day, various activities will be held all throughout Dubai so that locals and tourists alike may join in the festivities.
Where: Citywide
When: Mon 18 November | (More Info)

Night of The Stars
What is it: With a special gala evening that includes live cooking stations that include dishes prepared by Michelin-starred chefs, you can fully immerse yourself in Italian gastronomic brilliance.
Where: Bohemia at Five Palm Jumeirah
When: Tue 19 November | (More Info)

📢🤝Conferences, Expos & Trade Shows

Skift Global Forum East

What is it: Professionals from the tourism sector gather at the conference to talk about the quickly changing market.
Where: Address Sky View
When: Tue 19 November | (More Info)

JLL | Berkeley Homes - UK Property Investment Seminar

What is it: Come along with JLL and the Berkeley Group as we present two of the most intriguing new developments in the UK and give a thorough market update.
Where: Capital Club Dubai
When: Wed November 20 | (More info)

Dubai offers something special for everyone, whether you're wanting to spend time with family, friends, or on a romantic date.

🫂🫶🏻Thing To Do For Friends:

Make the most of a curry deal at Tandoor Tina

Estimated cost for 5: AED 700 | (More Info)

🥰💗Thing To Do For Couples:

Watch a film at VOX MOONLIGHT with your partner

Estimated cost for 2: AED 120  | (More Info)

🍭👩‍👧‍👦Thing To Do For Families:

Take your kids for a Splash at Aquaventure

Estimated cost for 4 (2 Kids): AED 980 | (More Info)

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My verdict: DO TRY

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