Parag Khanna book signing: The Asian and European affairs expert signs copies of his new book, The Emirates in the Geopolitical Marketplace tomorrow from 5pm at the Dubai School of Government. Call: 04 329 3290

Retro night: Know your Bros from your London Boys, and Banarama from FunBox? Then you’ll love New Asia’s retro music night. Tomorrow and every Sunday from 10pm at the Raffles Hotel. Call: 04 324 8888

Modhesh Fun City (pictured above) Take the children out for a day of fun-filled activities at Dubai Airport Expo. Open daily from 10am until 10pm, and open until 12am on Thursdays and Fridays. Tickets cost Dh20. Call: 600 54 5555

The Ice Cream Night featuring Steve Edwards: Remember the guy who sang in Bob Sinclair’s World Hold On? Well, he performs on Tuesday night at 400. Reservations are recommended. Call: 04 332 4900

Dance heads: A high-tech show that superimposes participants’ heads on dancing characters as they showcase their karaoke skills. It’ll have you in splits. From 3pm everyday until Wednesday at Deira City Centre.