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Snow, Santa and cycling: 5 things to do in Dubai this weekend

Dubai - Free events in some cool spots around town? Yes please

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While most expats are enjoying their Christmas shopping here in Dubai, one can also check out the great events taking place this weekend. Here are our top picks of things to do this week. You might even get the perfect Christmas gift in some events listed below.

It's snowing in Abu Dhabi

When: December 15-26
Where: Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
Starting today, you can now have a winter wonderland in the Capital. Al Maryah Island will be transformed into a snowing village complete with skating rinks and snow parks as well as light festivals and activities for the whole family to enjoy. Do you want to build a snowman?

Pop-up arts and food in Al Quoz

When: December 16-17
Where: Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai
This is a free event
Alserkal has gained a cult following among the artistic circles of Dubai and for good reason. This weekend, it will be transformed into Area 01 with pop-up food and market stalls and live music from the city's best local acts.

Get some great shopping deals in DWTC

When: December 15-19
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre
Starting today, the Big Brands Carnival is back just in time for the gifting season! Get huge discounts on over 300 international brands and come home with bags of goodies for your friends and family.

See Santa's Bentley at St. Regis Dubai

When: December 7-31
Where: Versailles Garden, St Regis Dubai
This is a free event
Santa ditched his old sleigh and went for an upgrade in the form of a red Bentley. Not only that, people on the hunt for quirky holiday presents are in for a treat in the Winter Garden Market! Enjoy a festive night of shopping along with a snowball fight area, live performances, an outdoor cinema and more Christmas themed activities.

Cycle around town

When: December 16
Where: Dubai Autodrome
Now if you don't have a bicycle, you can still ride at the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge because they have bike rentals complete with helmet when you register. One of the biggest events in Dubai's cycling calendar next to the prestigious Dubai Tour, the Cycle Challenge is a family and community oriented event that is very popular among the sporty expats of Dubai.