Dubai Winter Festival
- Dates
- Tuesday 9 January (10:00) - Saturday 13 January 2024 (22:00)
The University of Birmingham Dubai's Winter Festival offers students the chance to try new activities, develop skills, create memories, unwind and connect with other students.
Dubai Winter Festival activities
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| Tuesday 9 January 2024 |
Mix and mingle cereal cafe, 10:00 - 12:00 in the Old Joe Pod
Try a range of cereals with toppings galore while chatting to your friends at our cereal café. Just turn up to Old Joe pod for a extra Dubai style breakfast.
Games night, 16:00 - 19:00 in the Burj Pod
Join us for games night - where fun meets competition! Whether you like card games, board games or PlayStation games– we guarantee there’s a game for everyone! Registration not required, just bring your A-game!
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| Wednesday 10 January 2024 |
Clubs and groups fair, 12:00 in the Atrium
Come and meet some of our clubs and groups leaders to join their societies. This will also be you opportunity to propose a new club.
Outdoor cinema, 16:00 - 20:00
Relax at dusk watching a popular family movie, movie to be released closer to the date! Settle in with a beanbag, popcorn and good company.
Trip to Al Seef, 15:00 transport provided from campus
Transport will be provided to and from Al Seef.
Come on an exciting trip to Al-Seef and explore ancient Dubai, hidden gems, souks and museums. For the day we will take a ride on the Abra across to the Gold Souk, where you can purchase gifts and barter for goods! Towards the end of the visit, we will have an optional dinner at a restaurant with views of the boat bays and city lights.
Book Al Seef
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| Thursday 11 January 2024 |
Sunset hike (Mushriff Park), 14:00 - 18:00 transport provided from campus
Transport will be provided to and from Mushriff Park for the hike.
Join your university peers for a beautiful sunset hike at Mushrif Park! Experience a trail that goes beyond paths, featuring wooden stairways, bridges, and scenic spots offering breath-taking views of Ghaf tree landscapes. Don't miss out on this nature-filled adventure with fellow students!
Book sunset hike
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| Friday 12 January 2024 |
Intra-college sports day, 10:00 - 12:00 on the Parkland
Compete alongside UoBD staff in sports activities on behalf of your school! Challenges include egg and spoon race, sack race and tug of war to name a few!
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| Saturday 13 January 2024 |
Networking lunch, 12:00 in the Auditorium
A great opportunity to meet new friends and reconnect with friends over lunch, provided by the university.
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