26 December 2011 BTM happeningsthismonth The Bahrain International Circuit has a busy couple of events planned with three racing championships lined up for motor fans to enjoy. The return of the Speed Weekend will see drivers battle it out in two of the most popular racing categories in the region, the WGA Supercars Middle East and the BIC 2000cc Challenge. The two championships are the household names of the Speed Weekend but the talk of the town is the all-new Maserati Trofeo JBF RAK, the most recent regional series that will see a packed grid of drivers. “Speed Weekend has been one of our more popular attractions over the past couple of years, with members of the public flocking to Sakhir eager to get a taste of the very best of regional racing,” says Shaikh Salman bin Isa Al Khalifa, chief executive officer at the Bahrain International Circuit. While the WGA championship will see its third round in the season and the 2000cc challenge will see its fourth round, the new Maserati Trofeo series will be looking to make a huge impact at the event, in its second round, and establish a name for itself within the region’s motorsport scene. The cars are being supplied and maintained by Maserati, ensuring identical performances, and a full grid of twelve Maserati GranTurismo MC Trofeo race cars will hit the track through free practice and qualifying sessions. Then will come the ultimate battle over two 30-minute-long races with the promise of some electrifying action throughout the weekend. The Maserati Trofeo series consists of six-weekend, 12-race programmes across the Middle East region with races taking place at Formula One circuits in Bahrain and Abu Dhabi, plus Losail in Qatar and the Dubai Autodrome. Top class racing enthusiasts can take in the intense racing action from the stands while others can enjoy the wide variety of activities on hand across the circuit’s paddock or simply just enjoy the downtime amidst the circuit facilities. “With the superb line-up of three top championships along with a wide variety of family-friendly entertainment, we are confident that there is plenty to look forward to in what will be another memorable occasion for all, the kind that are only possible at the BIC,” adds Shaikh Salman. To make the weekend festivities all the more family friendly, arts and crafts stations, pot painting, wooden car making, a water walker, a bouncy castle and a wide array of carnival games offering prizes will all be on hand, making for an atmosphere that can be enjoyed by all. Tickets will start at BD7 for adults and BD3.5 for children aged 15 years and younger. E Call 17 450-000. When? January 6-7 | Event? Speed weekend | Venue? Bahrain International Circuit A full grid of Maserati GranTurismo MC Trofeo race cars When? December 3 Venue? Mövenpick Hotel The hotel unveils its eco tree, constructed entirely from plastic bottles. E Call 17 460-000. When? December 8 Venue? Andalus Lounge, Gulf Hotel Head to the Andalus Lounge for carols, Santa and, of course, the tree! E Call 17 713-000. When? December 8 Venue? Sofitel Bahrain Join Sofitel’s staff in the lobby to light their huge Christmas tree. E Call 17 636-331. When? December 8 Venue? Golden Tulip Hotel See Santa, drink egg-nog, eat cookies and see the lights be switched on. E Call 17 535-000. When? December 10 Venue? The British Club Join in or listen to the festive favourites whilst relaxing by the poolside. E Call 17 728-245. When? December 10 Venue? Elite Grand Hotel Come along at 7.30pm for Christmas songs and merriment. E Call 17 313-388. When? December 12 Venue? Elite Resort and Spa The unforgettable Elite Choir will be performing classic carols. E Call 17 313-388. When? December 15 Venue? The K Hotel Feast on goodies, enjoy listening to caroling and meet Santa Claus. E Call 17 360-000. When? December 15 Venue? The Ritz-Carlton Hotel & Spa Listen to the choir and enjoy refreshments as the Christmas lights are switched on. E Call 17 580-000. When? December 19-24 Venue? Crowne Plaza Hotel Sing along with traditional and modern carols at 6.30pm every day. E Call 17 531-122. When? December 23 Venue? Al Bander Hotel & Resort Enjoy festive refreshments whilst the lights are turned on. E Call 17 701-201. Full Throttle BAHRAIN INTERNATIONAL CIRCUIT Christmas Tree Lighting and Carol Singing
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