11 things to do in Dubai this weekend

Six Nations Rugby Final Round
So, it’s the final round of the Six Nations Rugby Championship AND it’s St. Patrick’s Day. Clearly, there’s no better place to head to on such an occasion than one of Dubai’s best Irish pubs. Catch all the tackles, tries and tension of the tournament live on the big screens (there are more than 20 plasma-screen TVs dotted around the place – inside and out). Expect some nail-biting moments, as there are some seriously exciting matches on the schedule. On top of all that, McGettigan’s is giving us all the opportunity to win some prizes throughout the day/night (you’ll have to go and find out what they are). Sounds like a great craic.
When: From 12pm, Saturday, March 17
Where: McGettigan’s Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
Contact:

Annual Zurich Touch 6s Tournament
Back for its seventh edition, this year’s Touch 6s Tournament will see a record 32 teams battle it out on the greens of the Dubai Polo and Equestrian club on Friday, March 16. The annual event will see a number of business across the UAE take part in a number of sporting events for their chance to win prizes. Aside from competitions, there’ll be a number of food stalls and entertainment for the little ones. In short, it’s a great way to network and makes for a fun, family-friendly day out.
When: Friday, March 16.
Where: Dubai Polo and Equestrian club, Arabian Ranches
Contact: website

Butterfly Garden
Under nine custom built domes, you’ll see 35,000 butterflies. Don’t be surprised to find them land on your arm or shoulder as you walk around the garden, but please don’t try and forcefully grab them for a selfie…you’ll harm them. It’s a small space therefore it’s worth a visit on the same day you go to Dubai Miracle Garden.
Where: Al Barsha South 3, Dubailand Area
Contact: +971 4 422 8902, 

Garden on 8
The Media One Hotel venue is throwing a party for the entire St. Patrick’s Day weekend. On Thursday there will be special Irish dishes served consisting of lamb stew and burgers. Friday’s Notorious Day Brunch will have an Irish twist too, with a beverage station dedicated to Irish drinks on standby. And on Saturday, the big day, the chefs will serve up traditional fare such as beef sausage with mustard champ mash and onion gravy. They’ll also show the Six Nation’s finale between England and Ireland.
Brilliantly, Garden on 8 will also air the Cheltenham horse races over the weekend and for every Irish horse that wins, they’ll raffle off a bottle of traditional Irish beverage.
Where: Media One Hotel, Dubai
When: March 16-17
Contact: +971 4 427 1000,