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Saturday, February 3, 2018

Kuwait's love for ice and snow

Kuwait's love for cold, snow and ice has always been there, with people making plans to visit Canada, Europe, East Europe (Bosnia, Georgia, etc) and conquering the amazing mountains of Everest, K2 and others. Kuwait had its 1st Outdoor Ice Skating Winter Carnival in 2016 between January 17th and February 13th which showed a lot of  promise with the people attending and spending their Winter and Hala February festival season with the ice skating in the open, restaurants in the oudoors, fun for kids, winter theme, shopping and other attractions. It was called Winter Land (http://www.winterlandkw.com/)


This year 2018 we have many events.
SNOW TOWN
#SnowTownKw
Date: 1st February 2018 until 10th March 2018
Time: 10 am to 10 pm
Location: Al-Shaheed Park, Phase 2
Pricing: 2 KD Entrance
Pricing: 6 KD All Day Pass
(Tickets can be bought at event)
Facebook: SnowTownKW (CLICK HERE)
Instagram: SnowTown_KW (CLICK HERE)
Twitter: SnowTownKW (CLICK HERE)
Snapchat: SnowTownKW
(Organised by COZMO)
Attractions at the event:
1. Topiary
2. Polar Bear
3. Green Musicians
4. English Man
5. Colorful Musicians
6. Clockman Statue
7. Aerial Heliosphere
8. Mirror Family
9. 3D Painter
10. LED Parade
11. Ice Skating
12. Invisible Man
13. Ice Sculpture


ICE VILLAGE EXPO
#IceVillageExpo
Date: 15th - 16th - 17th February 2018
Location: Kuwait International Fairground Outside Parking H3
Instagram: icevillageexpo (CLICK HERE)
Attractions: Outdoor Ice Skating Rink
Over 90 different stalls.


WINTER FESTIVAL
Kidzania
#KidZaniaWinterFestival
#KidZaniaKuwait
Date: 14th December 2017 - 28th February 2018
Time: 9 am to 9 pm (Weekdays) except Thursday till 11 pm
Time: 10 am to 11 pm (Weekends)
Location: KidZania, Level 1, The Avenues Mall
Contact: 22283180
Ticket :
Children ages under 2 years = Free
Children ages between 2-3 = KD 8
Children ages between 4-12 = KD 12
Adults = KD 8
Visitors with disabilities - KD 6
Instagram: kidzaniakuwait (CLICK HERE)
Facebook: KidZaniaKuwait (CLICK HERE)
Twitter: KidZaniaKuwait (CLICK HERE)
Enjoy the Ultimate Winter Wonderland at KidZania with more ice & Chills! Snowfall, skating rink, ice cave and live performances.


ICE SKATING RINK
Touristic Enterprises Company
#IceSkatingKuwait #TecQ8
Date: Throughout the year
Time: 8:30 am to 10 pm
Location: Kuwait City, Al Soor Street, Mirqab
Entry Ticket Pricing for 1.5 hours :
- KD 3 for per person
- KD 2 for per person for group (of 50 or more)
- KD 0.5 for the child's maid
Instagram: TecQ8 (CLICK HERE)
Facebook: TecQ8 (CLICK HERE)
Twitter: TecQ8 (CLICK HERE)
Youtube: TecQ8 (CLICK HERE)
The Ice Skating Rink which contains 2 ice rinks was established in March 1980 as part of the Green Fence area in Kuwait City. The Olympic size rink which is 1800 square meters of ice and an arena that can accommodate 1600 viewers. A smaller rink of 800 square meters in size with a 600 seating arena provides ample requirements for people.


PROMENADE ICE
#PromenadeIceKW
Date: Throughout the year
Time: 10 am to 10 pm (Saturday-Wednesday)
Time: 10 am to 11 pm (Thursday-Friday)
Contact: 22277138
Prices per sessions (One hour sessions):
 Session Pass + Skating buddy = KD 8 for 1 hour
Session Pass - KD 6 for 1 hour
Skating buddy = KD 2 for 1 hour
Socks = KD 1
Gloves = KD 1
Location: Level 1, Promenade Mall, Hawally
Instagram: promenadeicekw (CLICK HERE)
Twitter: promenadeicekw (CLICK HERE)
Snapchat: promenadeicekw
Youtube: CLICK HERE
Enjoy the skating experience on ice surface of 548 square meter and a LED illuminated ice cave with a length of 226 square meters. Promenade ice offers public skating sessions, ice skating lessons and ice rink bookings such as birthday parties, school trips and other events.


BELOW ZER0°
#BelowZeroKW
Date: Throughout the year
Time: 10 am to 11 pm
One hour sessions
Contact: 22277138
Location: Level M, Jahra Mall, Jahra Industrial Area
Instagram: belowzerokw (CLICK HERE)
Facebook: belowzerokw (CLICK HERE)
Instagram: jahra_mall (CLICK HERE)


MINUS 11
#minus_11 #minus11
Restaurant & Cafe (The largest Ice lounge in Kuwait)
Date: Throughout the year
Time: 10 am to 11 pm
Contact: 22968166
Location: M1, Tijaria Commercial Tower, Al Soor Street, Kuwait City
Instagram: minus11.kuw (CLICK HERE)
Snapchat: minus11.kuw
Twitter: Minus11_k (CLICK HERE)
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Saturday, October 28, 2017

Upcoming Motor Shows

Photo Courtesy to Kuwait Bikers, Auto Works kw, Gulf Run, Official Road Rush
BIKER OPENING SEASON CARNIVAL
Date: 2 to 4 November 2017 (Thursday to Saturday)
Time: 9am to 9pm
Venue: in front of Museum of Modern Art (opp. Souq Sharq)
Kuwait biker team in cooperation with National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters brings this carnival/festival. The 3 day festival includes many activities, events, competitions and prizes, open market, restaurant corner, cafe, games and activities.
Instagram: @kuwait_bikers (CLICK HERE)
Snapchat: @kuwaitbikers
Facebook: @KuwaitBikers (CLICK HERE)
Twitter: @kuwaitbikers (CLICK HERE)
Google+: CLICK HERE
Flickr: CLICK HERE
Youtube: CLICK HERE
CLICK HERE if the above video 
Coordinates for Venue: Lat, Long 29.38508249430695,47.9832199215889
Latitude: 29.38508249430695
Longitude: 47.9832199215889
DMS (Degrees, minutes, seconds)
Latitude: 29°23'6.297'' N
Longitude: 47°58'59.591'' E

AUTO WORKS SHOW
Date: 14 to 16 December 2017 (Thursday to Saturday)
Venue: Kuwait International Fairgrounds, Hall 5
After the success of the first Auto Works Show which took place in 2016 with more than 50 companies and organisations that participated including U.S. Commercial Department, Kuwait Historical, Vintage and classic car museum and Bahrain International Circuit. The show serves to connect and create business opportunity for both the middle-east consumers and local businesses with the international automotive and motorcycle aftermarket industry. It features a wide variety of display of racing, customized, classic and vintage cars and motorcycles from all over the region. 
Instagram: @autoworks.kw (CLICK HERE)
CLICK HERE if the above video does not work
Coordinates for Venue: Lat, Long 29.27084080762166,48.04633900523186
Latitude: 29.27084080762166
Longitude: 48.04633900523186
DMS (Degrees, minutes, seconds)
Latitude: 29°16'15.027'' N
Longitude: 48°2'46.82'' E
The Goal of the event is 1) to promote the local cars and power sports sectors in the state of Kuwait and its economy. 2) to facilitate the buying process for the user by providing diversity of products all in one place to compare prices and quality. 3) Create international and local business opportunities. 4) Promote small local businesses.
CLICK HERE to check out last year's Auto Works Show in 2016

GULFRUN KARTING ENDURANCE RACE
Date: 14 to 16 December 2017 (Thursday to Saturday)
Time: 4pm onwards
Venue: Sirbb Circuit, Shuwaikh
Category: 12 Hours and 24 Hours (Endurance Race)
The GulfRun Karting Endurance Race was launched in 2011 to create an exciting competition in Kuwait. GulfRun Karting has evolved into a fully-fledged Endurance Rate that follows International regulations from start to finish. The race is marshaled by a certified team with several years of experience managing international races. The karts have been purchased specifically for this race, in order to ensure the high level of competitiveness among teams. There are several activities, local stores and restaurants available to participants and visitors of all ages to enjoy during the races.
Website: http://www.gulfrunkarting.com/
Instagram: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Facebook: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Twitter: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Youtube: @GulfRunTV (CLICK HERE)
Vimeo: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Google+: @Gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Flickr: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE) 
GulfRun 24 hour Endurance Race December 2012
CLICK HERE if the above video does not work
Coordinates for Venue: Lat, Long 29.338862462192925,47.9443359375
Latitude: 29.338862462192925
Longitude: 47.9443359375
DMS (Degrees, minutes, seconds)
Latitude: 29°20'19.905'' N
Longitude: 47°56'39.609'' E

GULFRUN CARSHOW 8
Date: 1 to 3 February 2018 (Thursday to Saturday)
Venue: Murouj, Sahara Kuwait
First launched in 2008 when the GulfRun 4 took place. The goal was to bring the GulfRun drivers, car enthusiasts and the general public interested in automobiles. 
Website: http://www.gulfrun.com/carshow/
Instagram: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Facebook: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Twitter: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Youtube: @GulfRunTV (CLICK HERE)
Vimeo: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Google+: @Gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Flickr: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE) 
GulfRun CarShow preparation done for previous GulfRun8 in 2011
CLICK HERE if the above video does not work
Coordinates for Venue: Lat, Long 29.26100406833988,48.02234128117561
Latitude: 29.26100406833988
Longitude: 48.02234128117561
DMS (Degrees, minutes, seconds)
Latitude: 29°15'39.615'' N
Longitude: 48°1'20.428'' E


GULFRUN 13
Date: 8-9 February 2018 (Thursday and Friday)
Venue: Bahrain International Circuit (CLICK HERE)
The GulfRun is an annual motorsport event that started in 2005 as a weekend getaway for a group of friends passionate about automobile racing. The event consist of multiple category - Circuit (Inner/Outer/GP) competition, Autocross competition and Quatermile Drag competition.
Website: http://www.gulfrun.com/gulfrun/
Instagram: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Facebook: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Twitter: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Youtube: @GulfRunTV (CLICK HERE)
Vimeo: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Google+: @Gulfrun (CLICK HERE)
Flickr: @gulfrun (CLICK HERE) 
GulfRun X official video
CLICK HERE if the above video does not work
ROAD RUSH 8 and CARNIVAL 5
Carnival Date: 25/11/2017
Venue: Sirbb Circuit
Instagram: @officialroadrush (CLICK HERE)
Road Rush is an event prepared by the women of Kuwait who love driving and cars. The women get together with their machines and have a blast and let loose for 2 days at Bahrain International Circuit (Generally during the first two weeks of February). Around a month earlier, the Road Rush Carnival takes place in Kuwait. There are several activities, local stores, restaurants and a many fun things to do while getting to meet with the Road Rush participants. Watch below to see the previous years videos.
Road Rush Carnival of 2014
CLICK HERE if the above video does not work

Youtube: CLICK HERE Road Rush 4 (2014)
CLICK HERE if the above video does not work
MOTORBASH
Date: To be announced
Venue: To be announced
Instagram: @Motorbash (CLICK HERE)
Twitter: @Motorbash (CLICK HERE)
Snapchat: @Motorbash
CLICK HERE if the above video does not work
CLICK HERE if the above video does not work
RedBull CPD Car Park Drift FINAL
Date: 8/12/2017
Venue: Sirbb Circuit, Shuwaikh
Instagram: @sirbbcircuit (CLICK HERE)
Instagram: @redbullkuwait (CLICK HERE)
Photo Courtesy to Sirbb Circuit
CLICK HERE to the see the original Instagram Video
Watch LIVE on Youtube. CLICK HERE

Kuwait Riders 8TH BIKE SHOW
Date: 24/01/2018 till 27/01/2018
Venue: Kuwait
Venue: at The Kuwait Motor Show, 360 Mall, Kuwait
Instagram: @Kuwait_riders (CLICK HERE)
Youtube: @KuwaitRiders (CLICK HERE)

Bikers from the gulf are invited to join in for the event.
Photo Courtesy to Kuwait Bikers
Photo Courtesy to Kuwait Bikers
THE KUWAIT MOTOR SHOW
Date: 18/01/2018 till 27/01/2018
Venue: 360 Mall, Kuwait
Instagram: @Kuwait_motorshow (CLICK HERE)




 Previous related posts

CLICK HERE to see the post on GulfRun Car Show 8 - year 2013.
CLICK HERE to see the post on GulfRun Endurance Run 3 - year 2013.
CLICK HERE to see the post on Road Rush 3 - year 2013.
CLICK HERE to see the post on GulfRun Car Show 7 - year 2012.
CLICK HERE to see the post on Red Bull Car Park Drift.
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Saturday, July 29, 2017

Kuwait HAS: Trampoline Park - SkyZone & Trampo Extreme

Sky Zone & Trampo Extreme Logo. Photo Courtesy to them
A much needed physical activity for the people of Kuwait that too indoor has made its presence - Indoor Trampoline Park. Right now 2 brands are operating with a total of 5 venues (Sky Zone 1 and Trampo Extreme with 4). Sky Zone recently started operating (around 2 months) and Trampo Extreme has been operating for over 2 years. Trampoline is not the only thing going on for these places, but climbing, jumping and many more.
SKY ZONE
Photo Courtesy to Sky Zone Trampoline Park
Sky Zone Trampoline Park is located in Al-Rai Area and has a good set of parking available. It is large venue with over 10 courts and 3 chambers for Parties which can be utilized.
Photo Courtesy to Sky Zone Kuwait
Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park
Instagram: skyzonekuwait
Google Maps: CLICK HERE
More Photos at the end of the post.
TRAMPO EXTREME
Tampo Extreme has been around and is an established fun place for kids and adults alike. The locations for the 4 places are as follows:
  • The Promenade Mall, Hawally
  • Discovery Mall
  • Murouj - 6th Ring Road (Sabhan)
  • Marina Mall
Online booking for some of the locations are available while the others can be made by going in person. CLICK HERE for the website (https://www.trampo.com/). 
Instagram: TrampoOfficial
Facebook: TrampoOfficial
Snapchat: TrampoOfficial
Youtube: TrampoOfficial
Post written about Trampo Extreme by 248am - CLICK HERE
Article written about Khaleejesque - CLICK HERE

IMAGES for SKY ZONE
Photo Courtesy to Sky Zone Kuwait
Photo Courtesy to Sky Zone Kuwait
Photo Courtesy to Sky Zone Kuwait
Photo Courtesy to Sky Zone Kuwait
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Friday, June 5, 2015

Ramadan 2015 Working Hours

RAMADAN 1436 UPDATE: Kuwait announces Thursday, 18/06/2015 as First day of Ramadan 1436. (CLICK HERE for Source)

 RAMADAN 1436 UPDATE: Kuwait's Crescent Sighting Authority is meeting on TUESDAY (16/06/2015) to confirm whether Wednesday or Thursday will be 1st of Ramadan based on the sighting of the Moon.

 Ramadan 1436 which coincides with June-July 2015 leads to some changes in Kuwait. The working hours of employees for government sector reduces from 35 hours a week to 25 hours a week. On the other hand, for private firms, it is reduced from 48 hours to 36 hours a week. Basically, 2 hours is removed from each day. This is the privilege that the government of Kuwait provides for the people during the month of Ramadan. The official timings for the government sectors are provided by the Assistant Undersecretary for Diwan Affairs & Manpower at the Civil Service Commission (CSC) which are as follows(Based on Cirular no 1-2015 dated 03/06/2015):

The following government bodies are functioning from 9:30 am to 2:00 pm.
  • Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
  • Public Authority for Youth and Sports.
  • Ministry of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs.
  • Environment Public Authority.
  • Ministry of Justice
  • Public Authority for Industry.
  • Ministry of Public Works.
  • Public Authority of Minor Affairs.
  • Ministry of Higher Education.
  • Kuwait General Administration of Customs.
  • Ministry of Communications.
  • Kuwait Fire Service Directorate.
  • Ministry of Education.
  • Credit and Savings Bank.
  • Ministry of Information.
  • Zakat House.
  • Public Authority for Housing Welfare.
  • Kuwait Municipality.
  • Kuwait Ports Authority.
  • Civil Service Commission.
  • Public Authority for Agriculture Affairs and Fish Resources.
  • National Council for Culture, Arts and Letters.

Rest of the government bodies will work from 10:00 am to 2:30 pm.


Words of caution, the work pace in the month of Ramadan in Kuwait slow down. Also, for the above mentioned times, people will be taking break during the Noon prayers (Zuhr) which is around 11:50 am. So one will not find people sitting at the tables between 11:50 am till around 12:30 pm. So one should keep this in mind as one's patience will be tested.
Photo Courtesy to Civil Service Commission
CLICK HERE for previous post of Ramadan 2014 Working hours - Timings in Kuwait.
CLICK HERE for precious post of Ramadan 1435-2014.
Kuwait Bank timings for Ramadan have been declared. The working hours for the employees are 9:30 am to 2 pm. While Customer / Client services will be 10 am to 1 pm. This was issued by the Kuwait Banking Association which was received from Central Bank of Kuwait. (CLICK HERE for the article in Indians in Kuwait & CLICK HERE for the article in Kuwait Times)

 The Scientific Center of Kuwait has announced its Ramadan Timings (DAILY).
  • Before Iftar - 4 pm to 6 pm.
  • After Iftar - 9 pm - 12 midnight.
Ticket Prices: 
  • Kuwait Aquarium KD 2.500
  • Discovery Place KD 1.500
  • IMAX (2D) KD 2.500
  • IMAX (3D) KD 3.000
The Public Authority for Civil Information (PACI) working hours (South Surra):
  • Morning 10 am till 2:30 pm. (For counters and Card Delivery)
  • Afternoon 2:30 pm till 6 pm. (For Card Delivery only)
20 Seven Fitness Studio
  • Morning 4 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Afternoon 8:30 pm - 11 pm
360 Mall
  • Retail 11 am - 3 pm and 8:30 pm - 1 am
  • Restaurants & Cafe 5 pm - 2 am
  • Entertainment 8:30 pm - 1:30 am
  • Cinemas 9 pm - 3 am (Last 10 days - CLOSED)
  • Fitness First - Weekdays 10 am - 1 am ; Weekends 12 pm - 1 am
  • Geant Hypermarket 10 am to 1 am (Last 2 days : 10 am - 2 am)
  • International Mills : 11 am - 4:30 pm and 8 pm - 1 am
Blink Store Hawally
  • Saturday - Thursday 10 am - 4 pm ; 8 pm - 12:30 am
  • Friday - 8 pm - 12:30 am
Blue Delivery
  • Ordering Hours : 1 pm - 6 pm
  • Delivery Hours : 11 am - 6 pm ; 9 pm - 1 am
Brown Diamond
  • Commercial Towers - Zahra Co-op - Andalus Co-op : 1 pm - 12 midnight
  • Yamouk Co-op - Saveco : 2 pm - 11 pm
Bumper2Bumper Alfa Station Centers
  • Saturday - Thursday 9:30 am - 1 pm
  • Saturday - Thursday 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm
Bumper2Bumper Centers 
  • Saturday to Wednesday 9:30 am - 1 pm
  • Saturday to Wednesday 8:30 pm - 11:30 pm
  • Thursday 9:30 am to 3 pm
Touristic Enterprises Co (TEC)
  • Entertainment City : All Week Long 8:30 pm - 1:30 am
  • Touristic Park & Fountain Park : 8 pm - 1 am
  • Ice Skating Rink 10:30 am - 4 pm and 8:30 pm - 12 midnight
Eureka Showroom
  • Saturday to Thursday - 10 am - 4:30 pm and 8:30 pm - 1 am
  • Friday - 1 pm - 4:30 pm and 8:30 pm - 1 am
  • Al Shuwaikh and Al Fahaheel Branch Evening Time 8:30 pm to 12:30 am
Avenues Mall
  • IKEA Exhibit 10:30 am - 3:30 and 8 pm - 1 am & Restaurants 6:30 pm - 12 midnight
  • International Mill : 10 am - 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm - 1:30 am
  • Kidzania : 6 pm till 12 Midnight
International Mill
  • Salhiya : 10:30 am - 3 pm and 8:30 pm - 12:30 am
  • Salmiya : 9 am - 5:30 pm and 8 pm - 12:30 am
  • Avenues : 10 am - 5:30 pm and 7:30 pm - 1:30 am
  • 360 Mall & Dajeej : 11 am - 4:30 pm and 8 pm - 1 am
  • Co-op : 8:30 am - 6 pm and 8:30 pm - 1 am
  • Geant Hypermarket : 8 am - 1 am (closed during Iftar)
Q8 Balance
  • Boards & Boats - Saturday to Thursday : 8 pm till 11 pm
Quality Net
  • Head office (Al Khaleejia Complex) : 10 am - 3 pm and 9 pm - 11:30 pm (Sunday to Thursday)
  • Sahari Mall - Jahra : 10 am - 1 pm and 9 pm - 12 midnight (Saturday to Thursday)
Waves Delivery
  • 12:30 pm - 6 pm
  • 9:30 pm - 12 midnight
X-cite (All Branches)
  • Saturday to Thursday : 10 am - 4 pm and 8 pm - 1 am
  • Friday : 8 pm - 1 am
  • Marina Mall (Saturday to Thursday): 11 am - 4 pm & 8:30 pm - 1 am
  • Marina Mall (Friday): 8 pm - 1 am
  • Friday (Fahaheel, Avenues, Sahari & Liwan-Fintas) : 10 am - 4 pm & 8 pm - 1 am
AAB World
  • Shamiya  Co-op , Symphony Salmiya and Salhiya : 9 am - 3:30 pm & 8 pm - 12 midnight.
  • CityCenter Salmiya : 10 am - 4 pm & 8 pm - 12:30 am.

The following are the times posted by Mark on 248am blog (CLICK HERE for the post)

Banks: 10AM to 1:30PM (Airport 24 hours)
Government: 9:30AM to 2PM
360 Mall: 11AM to 3PM & 8:30PM to 1AM
Avenues Mall: 10AM to 4 & 8PM to 1AM
Gate Mall: 10AM to 3PM & 8PM to 12AM
Marina Mall: 11AM to 4PM & 8:30PM to 1AM
Salhiya: 10:30AM to 2:30PM & 8:30PM – 12:30AM
Souq Sharq: 10AM to 4PM & 8:30PM to 1AM

Cinescape - Kuwait National Cinema Company
  • First 20 days of Ramadan : 9 pm - 2 am (Across All Screens - All Locations)
  • Last 10 days of Ramadan - CLOSED (7th July until 16th July)
Kuwait Central Blood Bank (Jabriya - Mubarak Al Kabeer Hospital Campus opposite Hawally)
  • BLOOD Donation : Sunday - Thursday 10 am - 2 pm and 9 pm - 1:30 am
  • PLATELET Donation : Sunday - Thursday 8:30 am - 1 pm and 9 pm - 1:30 am
  • BLOOD & PLATELET Donation Saturday - 9 pm - 1:30 am
  • Friday closed
Kuwait Central Blood Bank ( Jahra and Adan branch)
  • Sunday - Thursday 9 pm - 1:30 am
BALADIA (Kuwait Municipality) announces timing for Burials across different cemetery/graveyard (Based on Circular no 3-2015)
  • Morning - 10 am
  • Afternoon - After Asr Prayers (3:20 pm)
  • Night - 10 pm
Photo Courtesy to Baladia/Kuwait Municipality

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