Things to look forward to in the UAE

From free dance festivals to a luxurious caviar spread at the Burj Khalifa

Love to dance? Then you wouldn't want to miss Gold's Gym's free Dance YOUnite festival, featuring a line-up of activities, including Zumba, Hip Hop and BodyJam. The event is in cooperation with Dubai Sports Council and Dubai Municipality, and takes place on April 14 from 4pm-9pm at the Zabeel Park Amphitheatre. The first 200 to come also receive an event shirt - so make sure you're in time and don't forget your dancing shoes. To register, visit www.goldsgym.ae/dance-younite.  
For the love of caviar
If you want to savour this delish ingredient, there's no better way than from the 122nd floor of the Burj Khalifa. Iconic restaurant At.mosphere is hosting a one-night culinary special on April 20 to celebrate caviar with a seven-course degustation menu. Expect luxurious dishes like organic egg, baeri royal caviar along with topinambour mousse and a delicious black truffle, asparagus and snow peas salad. The exclusive dinner takes place around 7pm and costs Dh1300 per pax.
What's your hidden talent?
If you know any weird and wonderful party tricks or have the best cringe-worthy dad jokes - here's a way to show that unusual talent off. Barasti on Tour is a fun competition that will give 10 winners the chance to win a trip to New York, courtesy Virgin Atlantic. Once qualified as a finalist, candidates will be given a series of fun challenges that will take place over a month to help them get extra brownie points to win. To register, head to Barasti, buy a selected beverage and fill out the form - and be ready to perform your hidden talent. For more information, visit: www.barastibeach.com/ontour.
Unleash your creativity 
It's your last chance to be a part of ING Creative Festival, which brings photographers, designers and artists together for a number of creative workshops. Expect talks on diverse subjects such as visual storytelling, calligraphy and branding yourself on social media; some of the people who will host workshops on April 13 are Joel Beukelman of Google, Tron Mai of Dreamworks, Tony Bonilla of Disney and Nat Geo photographer Karen Kasmauski. Intrigued? Go to www.ingcreatives.com to buy your ticket. 
Ready for a glam trunk show?
Award-winning designer duo Pankaj & Nidhi are known for their fresh and crisp designs and now fans have a chance to pick up some items from their stunning Spring Summer collection with The Glam Closet's Trunk Show. Set to take place on April 21 at Capital Club from 10am-8pm, the exhibition will feature clean, form-fitted and flattering silhouettes, pastel hues and modern fabrics like mesh from the brand. Admission is free for all. If you're thinking about updating your wardrobe, here's your chance. For more information, go to www.theglamcloset.com