Family fun at Modhesh. Courtesy Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment
Family fun at Modhesh. Courtesy Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment

Five things to do today: enjoy family fun at Modhesh World and see the exhibition Mullaqat



Visit Modhesh World for family fun with renowned entertainment characters and an array of interactive and themed experiences, including fair rides, video games and a Heritage Zone. Plus, opening this week is the WW non-contact wrestling experience, Hello Kitty & Friends, Lego and Duplo Zone and Laser Quest. From 10am to midnight, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai, www.modheshworld.com

See the exhibition Muallaqat. The artist, poet and philosopher Adonis presents works featuring whimsical narratives expressed through visual language and poetic texts. From 10am to 7.30pm, Salwa Zeidan Gallery, Space 22, The Collection, St Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi, 02 666 9656, www.salwazeidangallery.com

Try summer yoga sessions with the wellness expert Sasha Quince. Hot hammam yoga begins on June 21 and runs alternating weeks, while classes in core strength vinyasa and ashtanga core flow begin on June 24. Visit the Let's Go Yoga website for the weekly schedule and take advantage of the variety of yoga programmes. For more information, call 050 349 2336

Savour the flavours of Brazil at Jones the Grocer with the World Cup-inspired menu, including empanada salad, braised beef brisket, frango no churrasco barbecue chicken and Bridgadiero chocolate truffles for dessert. Plus, enjoy all the games at the Al Safa store at Etihad Travel Plaza in Dubai, which is open 24 hours. www.facebook.com/jonesuae

Attend a performance of Al Khayef. The classic German tragedy Woyzeck, by Georg Büchner, has been adapted for Arabia, but remains faithful to the theme of dehumanisation. At 8pm, suggested contribution Dh75 for adults and Dh50 for students, Emirates Writers Union Auditorium, National Theatre, off 15th Street, between 2nd and 4th streets, Abu Dhabi, www.resuscitationtheatre.com

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