DAY 1: Thursday 23 February
OPENING NIGHT FESTIVAL: In celebration of Dubai Food Festival and the opening of Etisalat Beach Canteen 2017, come down to the beach and enjoy entertainment whilst grabbing a tasty bite to eat from the fiesta of food vendors.
STRONGMAN SHOW BY SHAMSOON AL ARAB: Come experience an incredible show of pure strength by Shamshoon Al Arab national team.
DAY 2: Friday 24 February
THE BIG DIG: The Big Dig is a family friendly activity featuring a fun “treasure” hunt on the beach where little ones can dig deep into the sand and win fantastic prizes. Participants will be encouraged to roll up their sleeves, grab a shovel and get digging to be in with a chance of winning.
FOOD & FILM: Roll on down to Etisalat Beach Canteen to enjoy family friendly movies on a large screen on the beach. Set against the backdrop of the ocean, families can grab a beanbag and lounge on the sand whilst watching a movie under the stars. During food & film nights, food vendors will create a dish inspired by the movie so foodies can enjoy a limited-edition bite whilst catching all of the action.
DAY 3: Saturday 25 February
MARKET DAY: Fashion Swap Shop at the beach: Fashion Swap Shop is a pop-up fashion market down on the beach. An alternative to shopping malls, the hip market offers a host of unique pieces at affordable prices. Items for sale will range from high-end fashion labels to jewellery designers and accessory brands. In addition to purchasing items, fashion-lovers can bring down their own garments and swap for a piece on the Fashion Rail, a unique, first-of-a-kind swapping system in the region.
TOUCH RUGBY TOURNAMENT: Rugby Tournament from Duplays. Rugby fans can sign up here to give it a try: https://duplaysdubai.playpass.com/a/8125-touch-etisalat-beach-canteen-touch-rugby-tournament
DAY 4: Sunday 26 February
EVENING FITNESS CLASS – ZUMBA: Fitness-lovers can head down to Etisalat Beach Canteen to enjoy an evening beach Zumba class presented by Arwa TM, a famed fitness instructor. Awra TM will be flying in all the way from Beirut to show us the right moves!
DAY 5: Monday 27 February
MONDAY MORNING MEDITATION: Channel your inner zen with a mindful dose of ‘Monday Morning Meditation’ by The Art of Living. Take an hour to relax and breathe in the fresh air by the ocean as professionals help you meditate in a safe and unique environment.
DAY 6: Tuesday 28 February
TUESDAY TALENT- ACROBATIC ALERT: Beach Canteen brings together some of the best acrobatic talent in the world for a visual extravaganza. Be mesmerised by the incredible abilities by some of the best acts from across the globe in an evening dedicated to showing off true talent.
DAY 7: Wednesday 1st March
KARAOKE WEDNESDAY – HIP HOP KARAOKE: A fresh, new experience for the Middle East, Hip Hop Karaoke Dubai combines the best urban anthems with a fun, interactive concept for a karaoke evening like you’ve never seen (or heard!) before.
DAY 8: Thursday 2nd March
FITNESS TAKES OVER: Whether you want amazing abs or a quick cardio burst, enjoy a range of classes including STRONG and an array of yoga classes at this day dedicated to fitness, There’s something for everyone no matter your skill level so head down and get moving!
DAY 9: Friday 3rd March
THE BIG DIG: The Big Dig is a family friendly activity featuring a fun “treasure” hunt on the beach where people can dig deep into the sand and win fantastic prizes. Participants will be encouraged to roll up their sleeves, grab a shovel and get digging to be in with a chance of winning.
BRAZILIAN BONANZA: Come to the beach and experience the colors and sounds of samba with our Brazilian Bonanza. Packed full of vibrant entertainment, visitors can immerse themselves in the unique culture of Brazil.
DAY 10: Saturday 4th March:
ETISALAT FAMILY FUN DAY: Bring the whole family down to the beach for a day full of fun activities for kids of all ages. From sports games to sand sculpting competitions and even Hula Hoop dancing, there’s plenty of excitement to be had down at Etisalat Beach Canteen.
MARKET DAY – HOME GROWN MARKET BY SHARE THIS SPACE: Online platform Share This Space will be curating the Homegrown Market, showcasing the very best of local startups and entrepreneurs. Etisalat Beach Canteen visitors will be able to browse stalls offering a unique array of fashion, beauty and jewellery products created right here in the Middle East.
BEACH FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT by Duplays. Registration link: https://duplaysdubai.playpass.com/a/8124-football-soccer-etisalat-beach-canteen-football-league
DAY 11: Sunday 5th March
UNDISCOVERED AT THE BEACH: Do you have an undiscovered skill? Dubai-based Talent Manager, Dan Bolton, is searching for fresh, unique and innovative talent at this year’s Etisalat Beach Canteen. From dancers to musicians, contortionists to comedy, if you have a burning desire to perform, we want to meet you.
DAY 12: Monday 6th March
TV SHOW MARATHON: Kick your shoes off and bury them into the sand at the Etisalat Beach Canteen TV Show Marathon. Classic episodes from some of the most-loved small screen blockbusters will be played on the cinema screen for a unique, open-air night in front of the telly.
DAY 13; Tuesday 7th March
TUESDAY TALENT: HIP HOP HAVOC: Come and watch some great Hip Hop moves carried out by some of the best local talent as they take the stage to dance the night away.
DAY 14: Wednesday 8th March
KARAOKE WEDNESDAY – HIP HOP KARAOKE: If you missed it the week before – this amazing experience is back again! A fresh, new experience for the Middle East, Hip Hop Karaoke Dubai combines the best urban anthems with a fun, interactive and energizing event concept to bring you karaoke like you’ve never seen (or heard!) it before.
DAY 15: Thursday 9th March
SASSY ON THE SAND: Mummy-blogger extraordinaire Sassy Mama Dubai returns to Etisalat Beach Canteen again this year with her ‘Sassy On The Sand’ Part Two, a fun-filled family day on the beach.
From pumping exercise classes al fresco to arts & crafts, delicious nibbles to pampering treats and wonderful experiences, there’ll be plenty for everyone to enjoy (oh and we’ve got a few secrets up our sleeves too…). Keep an eye out for our full programme to be revealed nearer the festival – and see you on the sand!
MUSIC MAKING BY BEATBOX RAY: Beatbox workshop hosted by legendary Beatbox champ, Beatbox Ray. Music aficionados will learn how to use the power of their voice to create catchy, up-tempo rhythms.
DAY 16: Friday 10th March
DUBAI CULTURE ART WORKSHOP- In collaboration with Dubai Culture, the Art Park, curated by Mont8, will host a unique and engaging art experience for all.
DAY 17: Saturday 11th March
MARKET DAY- MONT8 Art Market: Mont8 is an online art, design & photography marketplace that empowers people to produce stunning pieces of creative artwork. During Market Day, Mont8 will showcase Dubai’s eclectic art community, uniting art-lovers from across the region in celebration of the visual form.
VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT: Duplays will come to Etisalat Beach Canteen to host several tournaments and engage with beach sport enthusiasts. The Beach Volleyball tournament will be held on the closing day of beach canteen for visitors to get involved one last time with the sport schedule of the event.
Registration link: https://duplaysdubai.playpass.com/a/8126-volleyball-etisalat-beach-canteen-beach-volleyball-tournament
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