Things to do this Weekend in Dubai’s Iconic Destinations around JBR and Business Bay
Be entertained, enjoy good food, reap the fruits of organic farms around Dubai or get in on some weekend yoga at one of Dubai Properties’ iconic destinations. Running through the months of March and April, across Marasi Business Bay, JBR, Bay Avenue and Bay Square, enjoy a range of family-friendly activities that include art, dance, food, music and wellness.
JBR: Redbull BC1
Event Description: RedBull BC1 is the ultimate break dance battle to watch on Friday 24 March, with professional break dancers battling each other for a chance to win! More information to be shared on JBR’s Social Media Platforms | https://www.facebook.com/thewalkatjbr/ and @jbr_official on Instagam and @JBR_AE on Twitter.
Location: Rimal Sector, JBR Date and Time: 24 March 2017, 1.00pm to 9.00pm
Agenda:
1 pm – Start of event
1.30 pm – 3.30 pm – Judges Workshop
3.30 pm – 4.30 pm – Qualifier for the top 16
4.30 pm – 6 pm – Open Jam session
6 pm – 9 pm – Red Bull BC One UAE Cypher
RedBull Photo Exhibition
Event Description: More information to be shared on JBR’s Social Media Platforms | https://www.facebook.com/thewalkatjbr/ and @jbr_official on Instagam and @JBR_AE on Twitter.
Date: Thursday, 30 March – Sunday, 16 April 2017
Address: Rimal Sector, JBR Time: 10:00am to 10:00pm
JBR Street Performances
Event Description: A mix of international talents and local artists take part in an array of interactive street performances, bringing fictional and fantasy characters to life. Scheduled performances include The Dolls, a Street Stunt Comedian, The Giraffe, Super Drummers, Fire & Fire, an impactful fire show, Robots Dimo & Y-Bot, and Alice Adventure, a family Circus Musical. More information to be shared on JBR’s Social Media Platforms | https://www.facebook.com/thewalkatjbr/ and @jbr_official on Instagam and @JBR_AE on Twitter.
Dates: Every Friday and Saturday starting 3March 2017
Address: JBR (Around Sadaf, Bahar, Rimal & Amwaj Area)
Time: Evening
Dubai Latin Festival
Event Description: JBR gets a Latin flavour with exciting performances by Latin dancers and musicians bringing the fun to the street each week for two weeks, in the run up to the 3 day Latin Festival to be hosted in Dubai Media City.
Location: The Walk, JBR
Date and Time:
Friday, 31 March 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Saturday, 1 April 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Friday, 7 April 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm
Saturday, 8 April 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Marasi Business Bay:
Yoga at Marasi Business Bay
Event Description: Recharge with complimentary yoga at Marasi Business Bay. Hosted twice a week in the park at Marasi Business Bay by the experts from Piloga Studio, the hour long session is open to public. Rejuvenate on Monday mornings with Morning Warrior, a power workout that sets the pace for the day or unwind on Wednesday evenings with Candlelight sessions.
Dates: Monday and Wednesdays Time: Monday at 7:00 am and Wednesday at 7:00 pm
Bay Square:
Art Square
Event Description: A full curriculum outdoor art classes offered to a group of 20 students aged 10 years and over. Hosted by ten art educators, over 16 sessions, the classes introduce the group to various painting techniques including acrylic, spray, oil, water colours, sketching among others.
Dates: Every Saturday, until the end of April Time: 9:00am to 12:00pm
Registration: All students must register in advance. It is 100% free to attend for the first 200 students who register. No previous artistic experience is required. All materials are provided on site. To secure your spot go to www.artsquare.ae or facebook.com/artsquareDXB
Hula Hooping Classes from Piloga Studio
Event Description: Perfect for a fun-filled Saturday morning, visitors can enjoy Hula Hooping classes on the grass area at Bay Square. Sessions are conducted by the instructors at Piloga Studio.
Dates: Every Saturday, till the end of March Time: 11:00 am
Additional Information: The 50 minute sessions are priced at AED100 per person or AED90 per class for a package of 5 classes.
Bay Avenue:
Earth Hour Dubai
Event Description: Earth Hour is one of the largest global environmental initiatives that brings together millions of individuals around the world in solidarity of creating a positive impact on climate change. Between 8:30pm – 9:30pm the community will take part in switching off all non-essential lights to encourage conservation. Enjoy a host of family-friendly activities, games and entertainment in the park and be part of a global movement for change by joining the Earth Hour Walk at Bay Avenue.
Dates: Saturday, 25 March 2017 Time: 4:00pm to 10:00pm (Earth Hour Walk: 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm)
Baker & Spice Farmers’ Market on the Terrace
Event Description: The eighth season of Baker & Spice’s farmers market on the terrace brings produce straight from the farms to Bay Avenue, all while head chefs from the Taj Hotel host cooking demonstrations for an interested crowd.
Dates: Every Friday, till 26 May 2017 Time: 8:00am till 1:00pm