Things to do on February 1:
Bonjour, artistes: Appreciate the work of five French artists at the launch of France Art Month. Julien Gardair, Jean Francois Bouron, Benjamin Testa and Karine Roche produced all the works on display during January. Jacqueline Craig, Brigitte Roshay and Isabelle Riou Teissiere will also feature.
7pm, Art Hub, Plot 38, Mussafah, www.adah.ae (02 551 5005).
Camel fest: Today is the first day of the Sultan Bin Zayed Heritage Festival. It features traditional camel races, camel beauty contests, an old-fashioned souk, a camel auction as well as competitions and crafts. The festival continues for two weeks.
Sweihan Area, Al Ain, www.abudhabievents.ae.
Go to an art souk: Cafe Arabia is hosting an arts and crafts souk featuring handmade crafts and products including artwork, soap and more. Each of the exhibitors has a story so stop and chat if you can!
Cafe Arabia, (02 643 9699).
