Around the UAE: 6 things to do this week – News

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Switch on your royal mode this weekend as the whole world witnesses the coronation of King Charles and Camilla. If you care deeply about the lives of the royals and want to experience this historic moment, this is the book for you. Watch and celebrate the royal event live on the big screen at The Pavilion at the Emirates Golf Club on May 6th from 1pm to 4.30pm. In true British fashion, enjoy a delicious menu of British cuisine, including Classic English Afternoon Tea, Queen’s Lamb Pie, Chicken Pie, Yorkshire Pudding Roast and Eton Desserts. Special rates start at AED 395, children 6-12 are AED 95 and children under 6 are free. For reservations, please email emiratesdining@dubaigolf.com.

There’s no better way to de-stress than taking a mid-day break and relaxing with friends and family over a cup of tea. If you’re after a fun culinary experience while relaxing, look no further than Acacia Lounge. Located at Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection, indulge in their casual teas and enjoy treats such as scones, sandwiches and cakes, paired with a selection of hot beverages. Afternoon Tea is served daily from 2pm to 5pm. Prices start at Dhs195 for two and Dhs55 for a full set plus 2 drinks and 3 scones.

Nostalgia will hit the UAE this May 7th. Beloved boy band The Backstreet Boys will take to the Etihad Arena this Sunday to perform some of their biggest hits and tunes. Join friends and family in a blast from the past while singing along to songs like “Shape of My Heart” and “I Want That.” Tickets start from AED 245. For tickets, visit livenation.me.

Dubai, get ready to laugh again this month as the Dubai Comedy Festival returns for its third edition. Held for 10 days from May 12th to May 21st, the festival will showcase top comedians from around the world. With celebrities from India like Zakir Khan, Jimmy Carr and Rafi Bastos, this festival will have all your favorite cartoons to tear you apart. For more information, visit dubaicomedyfest.ae.

There’s nothing like a circus show for some meaningful family time. As such multidimensional shows have recently sprung up in the country, the Fontana Circus Show is one of them. Located in the Marina Mall in Abu Dhabi, it is the first traveling water circus in the Middle East. Produced by Cirque du Liban and brought to you by HAT Entertainment, Fontana features breathtaking live entertainment including artistic circus acts, dancing musical fountains, trapeze shows, special effects, laser shows and more. The show will run from April 18th to July 2nd from 9am to 9pm. The show is suitable for children aged two and up.

If you’re celebrating Mother’s Day in May, this is the one for you. Award-winning Spanish restaurant Lola Taberna is offering all mothers an upgraded sparkling set menu on Sunday, May 7, giving families the chance to enjoy a Sunday paella brunch from 1-4pm. Guests can dine on delicious traditional Spanish dishes, including paella, while toasting the special woman in their life in a family-friendly atmosphere. The restaurant is located at the TRYP by Wyndham Hotel in Dubai.