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If you're up for a cultural journey, mark your calendars for Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival 2026. The event takes place from January 16 to February 8 at Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village, and it’s something you won’t want to miss. With over 200 local and international artists involved, this year's festival explores the theme of memory: how we preserve it and how it shapes us. From a family- and pet-friendly weekend on January 23-25 to a closing cultural weekend from February 6-8, the festival has a lot to offer. There will also be plenty of workshops, film screenings,...

If you're in Abu Dhabi and looking for a fun way to spend your Sundays with the kids, Sunday Funday at Yas Bay Waterfront is the perfect event to check out! Dylan and Dillon are bringing their lively energy this January, and they’re inviting everyone to join in on the fun - completely free! Sunday Funday is all about making family time enjoyable. From music bingo to games and dancing, it's a relaxed yet fun afternoon that both parents and kids will love. 2026 is announced as Year of the Family in the UAE, and this event is a great...

If you like dinners that come with a view, CLAW BBQ is worth adding to your list. Already popular across the region, it’s now open on the 44th floor of Hilton Bahrain, offering a rooftop setting made for unhurried meals and long evenings. Once you’ve settled in and taken in the view, the focus naturally shifts to the food. The menu includes barbecue and seafood, with popular choices like beef ribs, brisket, and king crab. CLAW BBQ the kind of place where sharing a few plates feels right. What really keeps people hanging around is the atmosphere. Between courses, you...

Winter weekends in Abu Dhabi don’t stay empty for long. The weather’s good, people are out and about, and the city is full of things to enjoy. If you’re looking for a cool way to kick off your January plans, The Rage is worth checking out. It’s the kind of place you go to wander, snack, browse, and see where the evening takes you. The festival brings its latest edition to Umm Al Emarat Park on January 7-11, 2026. This year, it taps into a Tokyo vibe that's right on trend. As you enter the venue, move through pop-ups and...

If you’re exploring upcoming events in Qatar or planning your list of things to do in Qatar 2026, this concert deserves a spot. On January 23, Abeer Nehme takes the stage alongside the Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra for an evening that blends Arabic soul with orchestral elegance. Abeer Nehme is known for her powerful, expressive voice and her ability to move effortlessly between classical Arabic music, spiritual pieces, and contemporary sounds. Her songs carry depth and emotion, creating an atmosphere that feels calm, intimate, and deeply moving. Tracks like “Bala Ma Nhess,” “Ahwe,” and “Min Baadak” are loved for their sincerity...

Saudi Arabia has introduced a new set of rules that explains how public facilities across the country should be named. The regulations were approved by the Cabinet and published in the official Umm Al Qura Gazette. The goal is to make naming clearer and more consistent across the Kingdom. These rules apply to all publicly owned facilities in Saudi Arabia. This includes schools, municipal buildings, cultural centres, sports venues, and transport facilities. Each government body will name the facilities it manages, following the approved guidelines and existing laws. The new set of rules outlines what is not allowed when naming...

If you live in the UAE or have kids approaching adulthood, there’s a legal update worth knowing about. Under the new law, adulthood in the UAE will officially start at 18. The change comes under an updated federal law linked to the Civil Transactions Law and replaces the previous age of 21. In everyday terms, this means: full legal responsibility now starts at 18 from this age, it's now possible to work full-time, drive, and get married Adulthood was previously calculated using the Hijri lunar calendar, which is shorter than the Gregorian calendar most people use. Because of that, “21”...

If you’re looking for events in Dubai in January that offer art, a relaxed vibe, and plenty to enjoy, Quoz Arts Fest 2026 ticks all the boxes. For two days, Alserkal Avenue’s warehouses, courtyards, and open spaces will turn into places to wander and explore. Along the way, you’ll find everything you need for a great weekend: art, food, and entertainment. Happening on January 24 and 25, the festival highlights creative voices from the region and beyond, with experiences you can enjoy at your own pace. One of the highlights this year comes from the international collective Numen / For...

If FIX Chocolate is your guilty pleasure, the start of January is going to be a fantastic time for you. The much-loved local brand is kicking off the year with a limited-time pop-up in Dubai that blends chocolate, curiosity, and a touch of mystery. Until January 11, FIX Chocolate is setting up a temporary shop outside the Museum of the Future. It will be open daily from 9 AM to 9 PM, making it easy to stop by whether you’re nearby, visiting the museum, or simply in the mood for something indulgent. To start the new year, the brand is...

If you’re the kind of person who gets excited about new food concepts and still talks about great pop-ups months later, this one’s for you. Neo Temaki, the hand roll sushi spot that caused a buzz during its pop-up days, is officially putting down roots. The brand is opening a permanent location in Dubai, and it’s set to land inside JW Marriott Marquis in early 2026. If the name sounds familiar, that’s because Neo Temaki caught people’s attention at Sole DXB thanks to its fast-rolled hand roll sushi, bold Japanese flavours, and atmosphere. At the pop-up, the menu featured crowd-pleasers...