Energetic UAE rockers Nikotin are slightly less exotic than the recent groups to grace these fortnightly open-air showcases of local talent

Black tie and cocktail dresses

A packed bill of musicians performing for a single night

The Filipino star leads a two-day tropical-themed party

Swedish singer-songwriter Andreas Moe will perform at People by Crystal on Friday December 14

Hear urban tunes in the club from DJ Mo Tiger, DJ Badir and Flow Master J, plus retro club hits in Chi Red from DJ Mylo and DJ DLB

After launching the ill-named Hangover Fridays a few months back, Chi’s urban-centric Bass & Beats night makes a welcome return

US-born, Thailand-based turntablist Domination has spun for the likes of Jay-Z, Akon, Beyoncé, 50 Cent, Pitbull and Lil Wayne during a 25-year career

Beenie Man performs live

Another season, another new club night at Chi

A celebration of Savatage Music featuring Circle II Circle

House from DJ Jean B and DJ Taya at Chi’s special Eid party

Padmashree Pankaj Udhas performs live in Dubai

9 hours of non stop Holi dance and color party with amazing décor, international DJ, beverages and traditional food counters

Experience the sounds of local bands in a chilled atmosphere and unwind on fabulous jumbo bean bags while relishing the BBQ buffet offering burgers and pies

Now in its sixth year, the Grand Hyatt’s memorable Oktoberfest tent offers meat, litre jugs of hops and live music every night for the next 17 days

Chi’s new night continues with a mixed bag of tunes

Party with Nollywood actors and African musicians including Dr Sid, Eldee, Durella, Sojay, K9, Aramide, Kelmah, Rukus and Sarz

Grammy-nominated American rapper Cole – best known for last year’s chart-topping LP Cole World: The Sideline Story, released on Jay-Z’s Roc Nation label – plays an intimate club set at People’s season closing party. Expect plenty of slick steps and screeching fans

Johny Lever & Shakil Siddiqui perform live

Friday Fridge Live Local Loud is back on March 16 with a cheerful and festive line up ahead on St Patrick's Night

Dubai-based Arabic-influenced rock band Dahab headline this open-air showcase of local talent, with support from blues and folk duo Charlie Everett and Mark Atkinson

After more than 15 years on the scene, Savage Craic may be the oldest Irish band in Dubai

The biggest outdoor acoustic music festival is here

A masked ball theme, with music from 104.8 Channel 4 FM’s DJ Vanilla. Don’t worry if you don’t have a mask – they’re available on entry