The Pinktober events making a difference this month
It’s October, which as you may know, is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Also known as Pinktober, it’s an important global initiative that reminds women to get checked and also get involved in initiatives that help raise funds for charities working to find cures and support those going through it.
Here are some initiatives in Dubai to know about this month.
Free screenings
Pink Caravan
After delivering more than 19,000 free screenings to women last year, throughout October, nine fixed Pink Caravan clinics will operate across the UAE: Mushrif Mall in Abu Dhabi, Mall of Al Ain & Makani Zakher in Al Ain, City Walk in Dubai, Al Majaz Waterfront and Al Dhaid Mall in Sharjah, Mall of UAQ in Umm Al Quwain, RAK Mall in Ras Al Khaimah, Lulu Mall in Fujairah and Marsa Ajman, providing communities across the country with convenient access to breast cancer screening throughout the month. Beyond the fixed clinics, Pink Caravan’s Mobile Clinic and Mini Mobile Clinics will travel across the UAE throughout October, extending breast health awareness and screening into communities across the country.
Follow @thepinkcaravan for the latest information on the mobile clinic locations.
Activations and events
Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates
From October 15 to 18, Aspen Café joins forces with Al Jalila Foundation for an exclusive pink afternoon tea, with a three-tier stand featuring a selection of savoury and sweet pink bites, perfectly paired with a signature welcome drink. Across the three days, 10% of proceeds from every afternoon tea set will be donated directly to Al Jalila Foundation to fund medical research and life-saving treatments.
Where: Aspen Cafe, Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates
When: October 15 to 18
Price: Dhs200 single, Dhs375 double, 10% of proceeds donated to Al Jalila Foundation
Visit: kempinski.com
Banyan Tree Dubai
On Bluewaters, Banyan Tree Dubai brings a one-day charity wellbeing retreat to the city on October 24. Exclusively for ladies, it begins with an 8.30am kundalini yoga session with founder of Kiju Yoga School Kristina Junker, followed by a health talk on breast cancer awareness by Maison Sante and a nourishing breakfast at Tocha. Priced at Dhs270, all proceeds from the event will be donated in support of Al Jalila Foundation. Beyond the wellness retreat, throughout the month of October, 10% of all 90-minute spa treatments will be donated to Al Jalila Foundation.
Where: Banyan Tree Dubai
When: October 24
Price: Dhs270
Book: info@samadhi-wellness.com
Above Eleven
The weekly She’s An 11 ladies’ night at this rooftop hotspot turns pink for a special one-off fundraiser on Wednesday October 28. In collaboration with The Big Beauty Scoop and Beauty Solutions, the evening will include three hours of free-flow drinks, Nikkei bites, beauty activations, a premium goodie bag and DJ Irene on the decks for Dhs299, with Dhs149 from every booking donated to the Al Jalila Foundation.
Where: Above Eleven, Marriott Resort Palm
When: 8pm to 11pm, October 28
Price: Dhs299
Book: @aboveelevendubai
L’Amo Bistro del Mare
Guests dining at L’Amo can support breast cancer awareness by ordering the restaurant’s signature dessert, Zuppetta di fragole, with Dhs30 from every portion sold donated directly to the Al Jalila Foundation. Those indulging in the dessert will also receive an exclusive La Mer beauty gift, courtesy of Estée Lauder, as a gesture of thanks for contributing to the cause (available while stocks last).
Where: L’Amo Bistro Del Mare
When: Throughout October
Book: @lamobistrodelmare
The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai
On Wednesday, October 28, The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai will bring movement, mindfulness and community together for Pinktober Fit & Float, hosted in partnership with Barry’s and Beyond Wellness. The evening begins with an energising 45-minute Barry’s fitness class, followed by 45 minutes of floating sound meditation, then dinner at Caña Beach, bringing the experience to a relaxed close over Latin American flavours by the Arabian Gulf. A portion of the Dhs329 fee will be donated to the Al Jalila Foundation.
Where: Above Eleven, Marriott Resort Palm
When: 7pm to 9pm, October 28
Price: Dhs329
Book: beyondwellness.com
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi
This October, step into Conservatory at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi for a Pinktober-inspired afternoon tea featuring delicate sweet and savoury creations, fine teas and an elegant setting made for slow afternoons. From every booking, 10% of the proceeds will be donated to Al Jalila Foundation in support of breast cancer care.
Where: Conservatory, The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi
When: 1pm to 6pm, throughout October
Price: Dhs165 classic, Dhs240 with a glass of Champagne
Book: destinationminaseyahi.com