What to do in Dubai

Get ready, Dubai – British DJ and producer Sigala is heading to town for a one-night-only beach party on Friday, May 2 at Barasti Beach. Known for feel-good tracks like "Easy Love," "Sweet Lovin’," and "Came Here for Love," Sigala (real name Bruce Fielder) brings his upbeat house sound straight to the sand. Expect a night full of summer festival energy, singalong anthems, and that irresistible Ibiza-style vibe. The party kicks off at 6 PM with sunset sets from KC Lights and Barasti’s resident DJ, setting the mood with laid-back beach beats before the tempo rises. As the night goes...

If you're in Dubai and love seafood, head straight to Dubai Waterfront Market. Right now, they’re hosting a Seafood Festival, with exclusive deals and specials at a selection of top spots. Expect generous platters, seasonal dishes, and fresh catches that are sure to satisfy any seafood lover. The list of participating restaurants include: Paluto Restaurant BOAT Seafood Restaurant Yahya Seafood Restaurant Aylla Seafood Restaurant & Café The market is buzzing with energy all day long, and the holiday season adds extra fun with a seafood-themed holiday tree and weekend entertainment. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Waterfront...

Chef Kelvin Cheung, best known for his modern dining hotspot Jun’s, is bringing something a little different to Dubai’s food scene. Meet Jooksing, a new takeout-style concept serving up comforting, fast, and flavour-packed American-Chinese fusion dishes. "Jook-sing" is a Cantonese term for a Chinese expat born in the West — a fitting tribute to Chef Kelvin's own background. Born in Canada and raised in Chicago, his multicultural roots shine through in this new food venture, where East meets West in the most comforting way possible.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by James Pemberton (@foodiejamesdxb)...

Have you been using Instagram's end-to-end encrypted messaging feature? Well, it’s time to say goodbye. Meta recently announced that it will no longer support this feature starting May 8, 2026. End-to-end encryption ensures that only the sender and receiver can read the content of their messages. So, when this was enabled on Instagram, Meta couldn’t access your conversations. According to Meta spokesperson Dina El-Kassaby Luce, the feature didn’t get enough use, that's why it's being removed. Starting May 8, Instagram will return to its standard encryption model, where the platform can access data if needed. Before this date, Meta will...

If you thought you’d already seen every food trend possible, here’s another one landing in Dubai: the Bragel. Circle Café has officially added the new bakery hybrid to the menu, combining the soft richness of brioche with the chewy texture of a classic bagel. The Bragels are now available at all Circle Café branches in Dubai. And if you’re always the one hesitating between sweet or savoury, you can have both. The launch menu includes eight flavours. Are you into Jalapeño Cheese? Prefer Caramelised Onion with bacon jam? Or maybe something sweeter like Blueberry, Cinnamon Raisin, or Nutella Hazelnut to...

Easter weekend is coming up, and Dubai has a few plans worth your time. Whether you want to get creative or try something different, here are four simple ideas to fill your Saturday and Sunday. Things to Do This Easter Saturday in Dubai (April 4) Film Photography & Development Workshop You choose a camera, shoot on black and white film, and develop it yourself. The session includes a small photoshoot and a step-by-step walkthrough of the process. Booking via @analogtheroom. Time: 10 AM Price: AED 300 Cocktail Candles Workshop Spend a creative morning at Oppidan. You’ll get a chance to...

Trying to hit your step goal in Dubai isn’t always easy when most days look like taxi to the mall and straight back home. Whether you’re aiming for 10K steps or just trying to move more, the trick is picking a route that makes you want to keep walking. Here are a few scenic spots where your step count builds up without feeling like effort. 1. Al Marmoom Oasis Tree-lined paths, a clear lake, and wildlife along the way make it easy to stay out longer than planned. You’ll rack up steps without needing to keep checking your phone. If...

Ready for a blast from the past? Top Gun (1986) is coming back to the big screen on May 14, 2026, for its 40th anniversary. It’s your chance to witness the high-flying action that turned Tom Cruise into a global superstar. Released in 1986, Top Gun follows Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, a Navy pilot who joins the elite US Navy Fighter Weapons School (TOPGUN). It became one of the biggest blockbusters of that era and even boosted Navy recruitment. While it can’t be compared to today’s high-level graphics, the film was a breakthrough in its time, mainly thanks to its breathtaking...

Dubai is well known for its beach club scene, with popular destinations along Palm Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach, and Dubai Marina. Now, a new location is entering the spotlight. For the first time, the Burj Khalifa district will welcome its very own beach club — a concept not seen before in the heart of the city. The upcoming beach club will be located on Marasi Bay Island, part of a wider transformation led by OMNIYAT, one of Dubai’s leading real estate developers. This is not just another venue by the water. The beach club will be part of an entire lifestyle...

If you’ve already made a trip to Ulta Beauty at Mall of the Emirates or Dubai Mall, there’s a good chance you won’t have to cross the city for your next beauty haul much longer. The brand is preparing to open a third UAE location at Dubai Hills Mall. “Coming soon” boards have appeared on the ground floor, hinting that another branch of the American cosmetics chain is on the way. No official opening date has been confirmed yet, but the store is expected to open later this year. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ulta Beauty...