Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Build-Up Ride 1

Get into the spin of things with the first of four Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge Build-Up Rides. Leading up the final 92km cycling challenge in November, this 35km build-up ride is the perfect way to test and train your skills, stamina and overall fitness in a fun-filled environment. After the event, participants and sideline supporters can head over the Cycle Village where a delicious breakfast and slew of family-friendly activities await all. Stay tuned to Dubai Calendar for more information on registration dates, or download the Dubai Calendar app to receive the latest news on all sporting events in the city.

Date

20 September 2019

Category

Sports

Venue

Al Qudra Cycling Path

Telephone

+971 4 321 0008

Ticket price

AED70

Admission

6am

Website                                                https://cyclechallenge.ae/events/build-up-ride-1/

July at The Laughter Factory: TRYP by Wyndham

The Middle East’s longest-running comedy night since 1997, The Laughter Factory has established itself as a pit stop for international comedians. Every month, a fresh billing of top-notch comics graces its stage and July isn’t any different. Catch Stuart Mitchell, Cory Michaelis and Allyson June Smith live at the TRYP by Wyndham on 18 July.

Proclaimed Scotland’s brightest comedy talent by The Sun, Mitchell is best known for sharp one-liners, his witty plays on words and as the longest running panelist on BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘Breaking the News’. Michaelis is charming and shocking all at once, which might be why he is a regular at Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club in Las Vegas. Canadian Smith has cultivated a bold style of observational humour that makes her likeable, hysterical and Jason Manford's go-to comedian.

Date

18 July 2019

Category

Live Entertainment

Venue

TRYP by Wyndham

Telephone

+971 50 878 6728

Ticket price

AED140-160

Admission

9pm

Website

https://thelaughterfactory.com/

July at The Laughter Factory: Arabian Ranches

The Middle East’s longest-running comedy night since 1997, The Laughter Factory has established itself as a pit stop for international comedians. Every month, a fresh billing of top-notch comics graces its stage and July isn’t any different. Catch Stuart Mitchell, Cory Michaelis and Allyson June Smith live at the Arabian Ranches Golf Club on 18 July.

Proclaimed Scotland’s brightest comedy talent by The Sun, Mitchell is best known for sharp one-liners, his witty plays on words and as the longest running panelist on BBC Radio Scotland’s ‘Breaking the News’. Michaelis is charming and shocking all at once, which might be why he is a regular at Brad Garrett’s Comedy Club in Las Vegas. Canadian Smith has cultivated a bold style of observational humour that makes her likeable, hysterical and Jason Manford's go-to comedian.

Date

18 July 2019

Category

Live Entertainment

Venue

Arabian Ranches Golf Club

Telephone

+971 50 878 6728

Ticket price

AED140-160

Admission

7:30pm

Website

https://thelaughterfactory.com/

Cinema Akil Screening: Studio 54

'Studio 54' takes audiences back to 1970s New York, to one of the city’s most notorious nightclubs. Learn about Studio 54, an iconic destination which defined a whole generation and movement from one of the venue’s owners along with never-seen-before footage. Filmmaker Matt Tyrauer's documentary revives the glitz, glamour and energy of Studio 54 while exploring a pivotal point in social history.

You can catch a screening of the film at Cinema Akil, Dubai’s first and permanent independent movie theater.

Date

17 July - 20 July 2019

Category

Lifestyle

Venue

Cinema Akil, Alserkal Avenue

Ticket price

Onsite: AED52.50
Online: AED56.50

Admission

17 July: 7:30pm & 9:45pm
20 July: 5pm

Website

https://www.cinemaakil.com

Speciality Tea and Coffee Cupping at Raw Coffee Company

Tea and coffee aficionados can increase their knowledge about their favourite drinks at a Speciality Tea and Coffee Cupping hosted at Raw Coffee Company. The popular coffeehouse is teaming up with Dubai-based tea room AVANTCHA Tea for an interactive learning and tasting session.

Kim Thomspon, co-creator of Raw Coffee Company, and Marina Zbinden, co-founder of AVANTCHA Tea, will be cupping five teas and coffees for this session. They will guide visitors through the flavour profile of each drink, describing their similarities and sharing how experts taste, measure and rate quality products. This is a delicious and informative session to attend alone or with company.

Date

15 July 2019

Category

Lifestyle

Venue

Raw Coffee Company

Telephone

+971 4 339 5474

Ticket price

Free

Admission

11am-1pm

Website                                                 https://www.facebook.com/events/317373389215089/

Summer Art Crawl at Alserkal Avenue

A thriving art community at the heart of an industrial neighbourhood – the juxtaposition between Alserkal Avenue and its home in Al Quoz is part of the district's charm. Galleries, performance venues and hipster cafes take up residence in unassuming steel warehouses, an ode to their surroundings, and offer visitors a memorable world of creativity and craft within.

An impressive collection of contemporary galleries decorate the district, representing emerging and established artists alike. Local, regional and international talent find a platform here and paints a vibrant tapestry of art from around the world. Explore The Third Line for dialogues on German psychology or a monologic collection of dreamlike works at Carbon 12. At Grey Noise, Mumbai-based artist Shreyas Karle is unravelling the purpose of art, while FN Designs is inviting enthusiasts and buyers to a visual investigation of diversity.

Post art-browsing, get your hands dirty with painting workshops at thejamjar. This community art centre hosts activities for children (including a summer camp), as well as instructor-led classes for amateur and advanced artists. Paint freestyle during solo sessions or join friends at themed activities on weekends.

Culinary creativity is a form of self-expression here. The buffet of food experiences includes artisanal chocolate at Mirzam, vegan delicacies at Wild & the Moon and speciality coffee at Nightjar and Kave. Perhaps the most experimental in this mix is INKED, a food concept that curates eccentric pop-up dining experiences like Smoked & Raw.

A sparkling jewel in the avenue’s crown is Cinema Akil, an independent film theatre dedicated to indie movies from around the world. Intricate stories in diverse languages play out on screen at this intimate movie-going experience, shedding light on film cultures, directors and stories outside the mainstream. The summer schedule is out and teeming with poignant films, which you can enjoy with a side of steaming karak chai and hot samosas from Project Chaiwala.

Entertainment comes to the live stage as well, covering the gamut of artistic expression. The Junction regularly hosts independent theatre troupes, comedy stars and multigenre shows, while The Fridge gives voice to musical artists from all over.

Project spaces, art foundations, collaborative events and original concepts – Alserkal Avenue is a treasure trove that unveils extraordinary experiences. Each visit exposes a new side of the neighbourhood and expands the landscape of art and all its disciplines. With its packed calendar, summer is a fabulous time to explore this dynamic destination.

Date

14 July - 20 July 2019

Category

Arts