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Top 12 exciting things to do in UAE this weekend

Attend live music, plays and many more events.

How to make the most of your Thursday, Friday and Saturday.  Khaleej Times recommends...

Qawali returns
He is known to us all and he's back. A live concert by Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, one of the world's most recognised Qawali and Bollywood singers, will take to the Global Village Main Stage on Friday. The show is included in the very reasonable Dhs15 entrance price, so what is stopping you? Go see the master at work and enjoy the park all day and night long. We'll be there.
Arijit Singh Friday
Bollywood singer Arijit Singh is gearing up for a live performance in Dubai. The much-loved Tum Hi Ho artist will be performing in Dubai after an almost two-year hiatus, with the show scheduled for Friday at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Tickets are priced from Dhs150 and are available on Platinum list UAE. Reserve now! 
Healthy brunch
The hyperlocal food scene is picking up steam in the UAE and Galeries Lafayette Le Gourmet's brunch is on board! Le Gourmet works with Greenheart Organic Farm, Al Badia Farm, Dibba Bay Oysters and Al Rawda to name a few. It's hosted every Friday, from 12.30pm to 3.30pm at Dubai Mall for Dhs175 for adults and Dhs85 for kids.
Evening Unwind
Cielo Sky Lounge sets the scene for the perfect post-brunch get-together with endless beverage promotions and live entertainment, paired with breath-taking views of the city. Grab your favourite party people and jump into the brand new season with sunset soirees on Friday from 5pm. Go see what's on. 
It's slime time
Meliã Desert Palm is hosting a Kids' Slime party on Saturday. It's a weird yet popular craze and your kids can get involved from 12.30pm. Let your little ones create their own personal slime, with safe materials, and under watchful eyes. While they the enjoy the  fun at Epicure Lounge, you can make the most of the Saturday Pool BBQ at Epicure from Dh245 per person. 
Horsing around
Get ready for an action-packed weekend in Abu Dhabi as the prestigious Al Shira'aa International Horse Show kicks off an equestrian extravaganza at the Al Forsan International Sports Resort, Khalifa City, concluding on Saturday. Alongside the horse comps there are activities including pony rides, a dog show and a Parkour demonstration, plus food trucks & stalls.
Go see the show
The classic 'Mughal-e-Azam' (The Great Mughal) story has been living in our hearts for generations. The epic love story from Indian history was originally captured on celluloid as a partial colour film in the black-and-white era. Watch it come to life in Dubai this weekend at Dubai Opera tonight at 8pm and January 11 & 12 at 3.30pm and 8pm on both days.
Kkite masti at Al Mamzar park this Friday
Kai Po Che! - is originally a Gujarati phrase that means "I have cut", referring to
the Makar Sankranti pursuit (known as Uttarayan in Gujarat), where a competitor uses their kite to cut off another competitor's kite, subsequently yelling "Kai Po Che!" when it is completed. This year's Kite Masti, where all the Kai Po Che fun will be taking place, will be at Al Mamzar Park on Friday from 10am. Tickets are available on Platinum List or various Chinchaaus Restaurants around Dubai.   
Cancel all your clubbing plans, we've got you covered
DJ Lombardo
Blue Marlin in Ghantoot is going all out on Friday, as the amazing Francesca Lombardo leads a line-up of super star DJs from the afternoon through to 11pm. Also catch La Fleur and Michka among others. Where: Blue Marlin
Nicki Nicol
Sensation Club at the Crowne Plaza is living up to its name on Friday night as they present DJ Nicki Nicol, DJ Rone Jaxx and DJ Badir all on one bill. It's free drinks for ladies until midnight, so go enjoy some banging tunes.  Where: Crowne Plaza

Taya Kruzz
We haven't made our way down to GOTHA at the Radisson Blu Waterfront for a while, but this DJ may change all that. On Friday night, DJ Taya Kruzz will be joining up with Tim Kay to play their finest mixes. It's ladies' night all night too!  Where: GOTHA

Rick ross in town
He needs no introduction. All you need to know is Rick Ross will be taking over Saturday's #URBN night at White Dubai, Meydan. Get there late and don't expect to get to work the next day.  Where: White Dubai