In Abu Dhabi

The Middle East International Film Festival – Abu Dhabi (MEIFF) is a celebration of cinema, dedicated to bringing a diverse slate of international films to the community and to introducing filmmakers from around the world to the region at Emirates Palace Hotel until October 19. Details at www,meiff.com

Photography exhibition by Austrian artist Georg Riha at Ghaf Art Gallery from 8pm onwards. Exhibition continues until October 15.

Hiding Emotions an exhibition on Spanish contemporary art hosted by the Abu Dhabi Authority for culture & heritage at Al Nakheel Hall, Cultural Foundation until October 22.

In Dubai

Quiz Night hosted by Trevor Varri, featuring a sumptuous buffet and special promotions at Spike, Emirates Golf Club from 7.30pm onwards. Entry free.

Beyond Words: Art from The Soul, an exhibition of contemporary paintings by Cynthia Reta Richards at Art Couture Gallery, Jumeirah Beach Residence. Exhibition runs until November 15. More details at www.artcoutureuae.com

Art Exhibition featuring Iranian artists Ardeshir Mohassess, Mohsen Ahmadvand and Abbas Kiarostami at XVA Gallery, Bur Dubai until  October 18.

Sarab an art exhibition by Laila Shawa at the Atrium Hall, DIFC. Exhibition runs until October 22.

To The Holy Lands, a photography exhibition featuring a rare collection of historical photographs of holy pilgrimage sites at Building 5, Dubai International Financial Centre. Exhibition runs until November 4.

Jumana Secret Of The Desert, a story of prince Omar and his princess told through dance and state-of-the-art pyrotechnics throughout October at Al Sahra Desert Resort, Dubailand. More details at www.jumanatheshow.com

Rock Archive Volume II, celebrating 10 years of rock photography, showcasing the very best from the 1960s through to the modern day at Gallery One, The Walk, Jumeirah Beach Residence. Exhibition runs until October 15. More details at www.g-1.com