This weekend, venture outside at your peril and beware of things that go bump in the night. It's a spooky weekend, where ghosts and ghouls come out to scare us for Halloween, and if that is your thing then there are lots of ways you can mix and mingle with the creatures from the unknown. Dress up in your favourite scary costume, head out and make sure you don't get frightened. If Halloween scares you it doesn't mean you have to bury your head under the pillow till the weekend is over, there are loads of other less ghoulish things to do to get you out and about, from cinema screenings, to fashion shows, a huge Bollywood festival and for those after a bargain or two ... the 3 Day Super Sale. There literally is something for everyone and no reason to stay hidden away.   

When: 31 October
Where: Fogueira, Delta Hotels By Marriott, Jumeirah Beach
Haunted Quarters At Fogueira

The Brazilian Churrascaria turns into a spookylicious slaughter house as eerie spirits and spooky creatures surround the 35th floor and guests can expect a supernatural experience with ghostly treats and fang–tastic surprises. Including a best costume competition, “the spookier you dress the luckier you get” with many prizes up for grabs!  That’s not all, guests can enjoy an authentic Brazilian barbecue along with an exclusive Latin DJ transporting you to South America along with Samba dancers to set the mood right! Packages start at Dhs 249.
Contact: 04-398888

When: 31 October
Where: RAK Hospital, Ras Al Khaimah
Complimentary Obesity Awareness Camp

RAK Hospital has organised a complimentary obesity awareness camp  to help curb the rising obesity epidemic in the UAE. Visit the facility on Thursday 31 October 2019 between 4pm and 6pm at the Rooftop Café to avail complimentary services including random blood glucose test and thyroid test (TSH) if required, in addition to a free consultation with a specialist and a complete diet and exercise guide. Free for all UAE residents. Call 07-2074444
www.rakhospital.com

When: 31 October To 2 November
Where: Across Dubai
3 Day Super Sale

The seventh 3 Day Super Sale is back and will take place this weekend, starting on Thursday 31 October and running through till Saturday 2 November, once again offering shoppers huge savings with discounts of up to 90 per cent off fashion, beauty, gold, home, electronics and jewellery across Dubai’s shopping malls. The event, which happens twice a year, this time around features over 500 different brands offering promotions across more than 2,000 different outlets.
www.3daysupersale.com

When: 31 October To 1 November
Where: Bollywood Parks
Halloween Themed Celebration BOLLYWEEN

Bollywood Parks is hosting a spooktacular Bollyween celebration this Halloween, with haunted ghouls, ghosts and other horrifying creatures, inspired by classic Bollywood horror movies. Walk with zombies and scary monsters, brace yourself to encounter gruesome creatures around every corner. The scary zone, also known as Purani Manzil is open to visitors aged 13 years and over. Plus, enjoy exclusive AKS Bollyween party on 1 November at Purani Manzil, Mumbai Chowk Zone near Victoria Station Café where renowned DJ’s Hani, Buddha Manoj and Tripti will perform live. For Halloween, the one-day park ticket is priced at just Dhs 50.
www.dubaiparksandresorts.com

When: 31 October To 2 November
Where: Museum Of Illusions
Halloween At Museum of Illusions

Get ready for some spooky fun as the Museum Of Illusions is set to be a bit more crazier with Halloween-inspired props as well as a friendly ghost - or vampire - who may creep up on visitors as they enjoy the rotating Vortex Tunnel or step into the Infinity Room of mirrors. Plus, children get 50 per cent off on their tickets. Tickets for adults are priced at Dhs 80 and Dhs 60 for children; family package tickets are available at Dhs 225.
www.museumofillusions.ae

When: 31 October To 2 November
Where: Jumeirah Beach Residence
A Spooky Takeover At JBR

This weekend the popular beach-front destination, Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) is set to celebrate Halloween with the most interesting activities to keep visitors entertained. From 31 October through to 2 November, expect free tricks, treats and scares for the whole family including taking pictures with infamous characters such as Hannibal Lector, the Joker, Phantom of the Opera and Samara from The Ring movies and others, rides such as the Human Claw machine where visitors can now become the Human Claw themselves, interactive games including a life-size Rubik’s Cube and an eerie phone booth (with prizes for those who dare to enter), and an inflatable cinema, kids’ zones with workshops, treats and more!

When: 31 October To 2 November
Where: Dubai Design District
Fashion Forward Dubai

Calling all fashionistas, Fashion Forward Dubai returns this weekend bringing all the top notch designers together. This year, the event has gone digital with a new feature "Shop-now" that allows visitors the opportunity to purchase showcased collections. If by chance you miss any collection, do not worry, there will be retail pop-ups displaying all collections.
www.fashionforward.ae

When: 31 October To 2 November
Where: Jumeirah Beach Hotel
The PaRUS Music Fest

Russian music fans are in for a treat as this weekend, Dubai is hosting the PaRUS Music Fest featuring Leningrad, pop star Laboda and rockstar Zemfira along with appearances by Emir Kusturica and The No Smoking Orchestra and ballet dancer Sergey Polunin. Tickets start at Dhs 330.
www.parusfest.com/en

When: 31 October To 2 November
Where: Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Yas Mega Mela

Be a part of the biggest celebration of Indian culture, lifestyle and Bollywood music at Yas Mega Mela. Expect the best of Indian food, shopping and music as two Bollywood singing sensations, Kanika Kapoor and Ankit Tiwari perform live. Further, an extravagant firework show is set to light up the Abu Dhabi skyline. Entry starts from Dhs 20.
www.yasmegamela.ae

When: 29 October To 4 April
Where: Global Village
Global Village

Dubai's most sought after cultural theme park and market, Global Village, is back. Designed to let visitors experience the globe, more than 25 pavilions are erected in the image of landmarks of different countries of the world giving you the chance to see Big Ben, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and the Taj Mahal all together in one place.
www.globalvillage.ae

When: 1 November
Where: Kickers Sports Bar, Dubai Sports City
Halloween Comedy Night

Halloween Comedy Night at Kickers Sports Bar, Dubai Sports City this Friday features UAE’s top comics! Come in your best Halloween costume to enjoy a comic Halloween stand-up comedy night. The guest in the best costume gets a chance to win a prize of Dhs 300 of Kickers food and beverage voucher for Best Dressed of the night. Entry is free. Door opens at 7.30pm for anyone age 21 and above.
www.kickerssportsbar.ae

When: 1 November
Where: The Secret Garden Jumeirah Creekside Hotel
Alternative Music Festival, Kaynouna ‘Arms Wide Open’ Returns

This Friday, alternative music festival, Kaynouna, returns for a third season with their next instalment ‘Arms Wide Open’ at Secret Garden at Jumeirah Creekside Hotel. A new stage has been built at the venue to host a few surprise acts throughout the day including MBC’s The Voice Arabia 2019 contestant Jay Abi, and a live podcast show from Cosmic Roots to name just a few of the amazing performances on offer. There will also be a free yoga session at 3pm along with a whole host of other interactive activations all focused on wellbeing, spirituality and inclusiveness. For the evening festivities (7pm to 2am) get ready for a fierce line up of regional and international DJs, live acts, glam tent including henna, face art and hair braids, human statues, interactive games with prizes, communal art sessions and hula hoops. Tickets start at Dhs 195.
dubai.platinumlist.net/event-tickets/77083/kaynouna

When: 1 November
Where: The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery By Sofitel
Celebrity Speakers, Juan Pablo Barahona And Regan Hillyer

Celebrity Transformational Speakers and Visionary Wild Leaders Juan Pablo Barahona and Regan Hillyer are coming to Dubai for the very first time in the region this coming Friday at The Retreat Palm Dubai MGallery by Sofitel. The power couple will be hosting a full day session dedicated exclusively to 'Abundance' and tapping into the best version of yourself with two events : A Quantum Man Activation (11am to 1pm) targeted at men and a Cacao Manifestation Ceremony (3.30pm to 6pm). Tickets for first session is priced at Dhs 120 and the second one is priced at Dhs 299. Email soniyaa@illuminationsworld.com

When: 1 To 2 November
Where: The Junction Dubai - Al Serkal Avenue
Watch A Play: Dinner With Friends

If you were to ask anyone in Dubai what their favourite thing to do is, it would be having “Dinner with Friends”. Whether it is a celebration, commemoration, investigation, intervention, or just plain “nothing better to do in life”, having a meal with friends you love is always the revitalisation you need! Obviously, this does not come without its share of drama, and that is exactly what this new play "Dinner with Friends" is all about. There will be an evening show at 7.30 pm each day with a special matinee show on Saturday 2 November at 3.30 pm as well. Tickets are available online at www. Bookmyshow.ae and start at Dhs 80. Call 04-3388525.
www.thejunctiondubai.com