SUNDAY

Iran Inside Out

The Farjam Collection, DIFC

In its first appearance outside the US, Iran Inside Out presents a selection of contemporary Iranian art drawn, including paintings, sculptures and works in mixed media, as well as photography.

Entry is free of charge

- Visit: www.farjamcollection.com

MONDAY

Assembling

Bastakiya Art Fair, Dubai

This exhibition celebrates the launch of the Maraya Art Centre in Al Qasba.

Featuring artwork by Alaa Edris and Shayma Al Madfa.

- Call: 050 473 5351

TUESDAY

The Laughter Factory

Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi

This month's line-up comprises Zoe Lyons, Markus Birdman and Lloyd Langford.

Tickets cost Dh115

- Call: 04 210 8567

WEDNESDAY

Taste of Dubai 2010

Dubai Media City Amphitheatre

The annual food festival kicks off today and continues until Saturday. Guests include Gary Rhodes, Vineet Bhatia, Richard Sandoval and James Martin.

Tickets start from Dh139

- Call: 02 406 4260

The Laughter Factory

Zinc, Crowne Plaza Dubai

This month's Laughter Factory continues, with its next stop in Dubai.

Tickets cost Dh115

- Call: 04 355 1862

THURSDAY

Dubai International Arabian Horse Championship 2010

Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre

This three-day event is dedicated to the competition of purebred Arabian horses.

- Call: 04 309 7777

Art Dubai 2010

Madinat Jumeirah Conference Centre, Dubai

The regions' leading contemporary art event offers a dynamic programme of galleries, exhibitions, special projects, and talks.

Tickets cost Dh50

- Call: 04 323 3434

Macbeth

Centrepoint Theatre, Dubai

The Shakespeare 4 Kidz Theatre Company's musical adaptation of Macbeth runs today and tomorrow.

Tickets cost Dh150

- Call: 04 210 8567

iLL Communications Presents Josh Wink

Madinat Rooftop, Dubai

The world renowned DJ and producer, as well as Ovum label owner, hits the emirate from 10pm.

Tickets cost Dh125, but there's free entry for ladies before 11pm

- Call: 050 725 8277