bahrainthismonth.com | NOVEMBER 2026 HAPPENINGS 55 The countdown to Christmas begins at The British Club with its annual Christmas Tree Lighting. Carols and entertainment come courtesy of The Manama Singers and The Jazz Orchestra of Bahrain, while mince pies and mulled wine keep everyone warm as the lights The Bahrain National Theatre pays homage to one of the Gulf’s most influential musical voices this November with a tribute concert celebrating Ahmed Al Jumairi. The Bahrain Music Band, led by Maestro Dr. Zeyad Zaiman, reimagines his cherished songs through rich orchestral arrangements, honouring a repertoire woven into the musical memory of generations. It is an Exhibition World Bahrain turns into a treasure trove this November as Jewellery Arabia returns for its 34th edition, under the patronage of HRH Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, Crown Prince and Prime Minister. More than 600 exhibitors from 29 countries bring fine jewellery, luxury watches and gemstones to five days of Bahrain’s largest real estate exhibition returns to Exhibition World Bahrain this November, bringing together developers, investors and prospective buyers under one roof. The 2026 edition launches the Bahrain PropTech Platform, connecting property technology start-ups with the wider industry, while Cityscape Talks returns After seven weeks of Monday-night showdowns, JJ’s 21st Annual Karaoke Idol reaches its grand finale this November. The season’s best voices take to the stage one last time, with host Shannon Crockett guiding the evening and a BD1,000 grand prize waiting for the winner. Expect a packed room, big performances and Carols, Mince Pies and Mulled Wine at the British Club’s Christmas Tree Lighting Ahmed Al Jumairi Honoured in a Tribute Concert at the National Theatre Jewellery Arabia Returns with a Dazzling 34th Edition Cityscape Bahrain Charts the Kingdom’s Property Future One Song Away: JJ’s Karaoke Idol Crowns Its 2026 Champion serious window-shopping. Entry is free with registration for visitors aged 16 and over, and a single pass also covers Scent Arabia and Cityscape Bahrain. Exhibition World Bahrain | November 24–28 | Free entry with registration from November 25 to 28 with 25 specialist sessions. Running alongside Jewellery Arabia and Scent Arabia, it makes for an easy day of browsing, networking and planning. Exhibition World Bahrain | November 24–28 | 12pm–8pm | Free entry switch on. The evening is open to all, making it an easy, cheerful way to welcome the season. The British Club | Friday, November 27| From 7pm | Open to all, BD2.5 guest fee for nonmembers evening of nostalgia and craftsmanship, and a fitting salute to a legacy that helped shape the soundscape of Bahrain. Bahrain National Theatre | Friday, November 27 | Doors: 7pm | Show: 8pm | Tickets from BD16.50 plenty of cheering as Adliya’s longest-running singing competition crowns its 2026 champion. JJ’s Irish Restaurant, Adliya | Monday, November 30 | 8pm | Grand Prize: BD1,000
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