What to do in Dubai

Dubai’s DIFC is about to welcome two exciting new venues that mix great food, stylish vibes, and live entertainment. Opening this May on the 16th floor of Emirates Financial Towers, Geisha and Opal Room promise to add something fresh to the city’s already buzzing dining scene. Both are from the team behind The Act and Beyond Consultancy.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Joe Ziade (@joe_ziade) Geisha: Where Dinner Meets a Show Geisha is a Pan-Asian lounge that blends dishes from Japan, China, Korea, and Thailand. While the full menu is still under wraps,...

At The Beach, JBR, get ready to shake up your fitness routine with a lively Zumba Festival, part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge 2024. Every Friday and Saturday from October 26 to November 24, 4:30 PM to 8:15 PM, enjoy open-air Zumba sessions that make fitness fun and accessible for all ages and fitness levels. Festival Highlights Diverse zumba styles: choose from Bollywood Bash, Latin Fiesta, Afro Beats, and even R&B-themed Beach Party sessions. Each style offers a unique musical journey, blending fitness with cultural rhythms. Interactive activities: take a break between sessions with entertaining challenges like Hula Hoops and...

Jumpstart your fitness journey with "Skate for Fitness," a unique, free indoor ice-skating experience as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) 2024! Running from October 26 to November 24, these sessions at the Dubai Ice Rink offer a great opportunity for beginners aged 18 and older to glide their way to wellness. Open every Monday and Wednesday from 10 AM to 11:30 AM, these sessions include skates, guidance, and a community vibe, bringing fitness and fun to participants at one of Dubai’s most iconic venues. As part of DFC’s extensive 30x30 campaign, which encourages residents to complete 30 minutes...

For the first time, golf is joining the Dubai Fitness Challenge (DFC) in an exciting new initiative aimed at promoting health and wellness through the sport. In a groundbreaking collaboration between The R&A, the Emirates Golf Federation (EGF), and local golf hubs, a special program called Golf Is Good x Dubai Fitness Challenge will be launched. As part of this initiative and a month-long fitness celebration, Dubai residents will have the opportunity to engage in 135 golf-related activities across nine venues. These include free golf lessons, practice sessions, state-of-the-art simulators, and a unique evening community walk at Jumeirah Golf Estates,...

This May, Dubai’s wellness and beauty lovers can expect something a little different at SEVEN Wellness Club in Al Quoz. Until May 29, YSL Beauty is joining forces with the premium fitness destination for a sensory-focused collaboration that blends fragrance, movement, and mindfulness into one stylish experience. The pop-up is designed to rethink how fragrance fits into our daily routines. Instead of just a finishing touch, scent becomes something to carry with you — yes, even into your workouts.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by SEVEN (@sevenwellness) At the centre of the activation are...

Indulge in an exclusive, cross-cultural dining experience as two celebrated chefs, Chef Kelvin Cheung from Jun's in Dubai and Chef Qais Malhas from Shams El Balad in Amman, unite for a four-hands dinner this November 11. This unique collaboration brings together flavors and traditions from diverse backgrounds, weaving a culinary tale that both honors heritage and innovates boldly.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Jun’s (@junsdubai) Hosted at Jun’s in Downtown Dubai, the seven-course dinner is a tribute to both chefs' rich heritages. Chef Malhas from the MENA’s 50 Best list is drawing inspiration...

Dubai residents have even more reasons to celebrate the UAE National Day this year, with free parking announced across the city for the holiday period. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) confirmed that public parking will be complimentary on Monday, December 2, and Tuesday, December 3, excluding multi-storey parking facilities. With no parking fees charged on Sundays, this creates a convenient three-day free parking window for residents and visitors. This announcement coincides with the UAE’s 53rd National Day, now officially known as Eid Al Etihad, which commemorates the unification of the Emirates in 1971. Both public and private sector employees...

As the year draws to a close, Dubai's iconic Barasti Beach is gearing up to host the ultimate New Year's Eve Party, and it's a celebration you won't want to miss! The stage is set for an electrifying night featuring none other than the international sensation, Fedde Le Grand. Renowned for headlining at some of the world's most prestigious music festivals, including Tomorrowland, Ultra, and Coachella, Fedde Le Grand is all set to turn the beach into a pulsating dance floor. Joining the star-studded lineup are Barasti's resident DJs CN Williams, Tom Higham, Ro Nunez (Man Go Funk), Naomi, and...

Dubai is about to host a unique art event that puts Latin American women artists front and center. "Her Land," opening on April 18 and running until May 17, will take place on the 30th floor of Festival Tower in Dubai Festival City. The exhibition offers a rare opportunity to see powerful and thought-provoking works by female artists from Latin America and beyond.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by MIA. Art Collection (@miaartcollection) The show is organized by MIA Art Collection in partnership with the Museum of Latin American Art (MOLAA) from California. Together,...

Diwali is set to come alive in Dubai like never before with the Noor Festival of Lights, a dynamic cultural event that will take place from October 25-27, 2024, at Al Seef. This vibrant festival is poised to be a multi-sensory celebration of India’s rich heritage through performance, visual arts, and interactive experiences. If you love colorful spectacles, mesmerizing rhythms, and delicious food, this event is a must-visit! The opening day (October 25) will kick off with a grand procession featuring towering giant puppets, setting the tone for an exhilarating weekend. The festivities will include the thundering beats of nagadas,...