What: With the cooler weather on the horizon it can only mean one thing... the return of Covent Garden Market Dubai! Each Wednesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday thereafter until the end of April 2010 with a whole host of great new vendors and activities.
Where: The Walk, JBR
When: Wednesdays & Thursdays - 5pm to Midnight. Fridays & Saturdays - 10am to 9pm.
Bird of Prey Show 2009
16 October 2009 to 31 March 2010
What: The show includes flying exhibits from over 15 types of birds of prey including eagle owls, harris hawks, griffon vultures, spotted eagles, white-backed vultures, falcons, owls and more. An interactive show for the whole family. Morning shows and special timings can be arranged on request (example for schools groups).
Where: Off Airport Road near Mushrif Park, Mirdif/Khawaneej.
When: From October 16th until March. Monday to Saturdays, 4-5pm
Cost: Adults AED50, children aged 3 to 14 AED25 and 2 and under go FREE.
Al Saheel
5 November 2009 to 31 March 2010
What: The historical and timeless bonds between man and horse are celebrated in the latest Al Saheel equine-themed extravaganza, being performed at the Dubai Polo and Equestrian Club, Arabian Ranches. Mums, dads and kids will be spellbound as a series of dramatic, funny and magical tales unfold, performed by 44 specially-trained horses and 30 talented riders, ‘A Thousand And One Horse Tales’ is inspired by the Arab tradition of story-telling and takes family entertainment into a new dimension.
When: Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings at 7.30pm. Hospitality ticket holders may enjoy a private “Behind the Scenes” tour starting at 6.45- 7.15pm.
Where: HoofbeatZ Pavilion at the Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club
Contact: 050 181 0401, www.alsaheel.com plus Time Out Tickets and Virgin Megastores (Mall of the Emirates and Deira City Centre, Dubai)
Cost: Dhs 325 Hospitality Tickets, Dhs 225 Premium Tickets – Adults, Dhs 100 Premium Tickets – Children (2 - 12 years), Children under 2 get in free.