What to do in Dubai

Prepare for an unforgettable start to 2025 at the glamorous Raffles Royal Masquerade Ball, hosted at Raffles The Palm Dubai! This New Year’s Eve event, starting at 7:30 PM on December 31, offers a perfect blend of opulence and entertainment for those seeking an elegant celebration. Dress in your finest black-tie attire, don a dazzling mask, and get ready for an evening of indulgence, music, and festivities. The night begins with a grand gala dinner accompanied by live performances from an electrifying eight-piece pop band, with additional shows throughout the evening. As the clock strikes midnight, enjoy the company of...

Dubai’s vibrant arts scene is about to come alive once again as the Sikka Art & Design Festival returns to Al Shindagha from 31 January to 9 February 2025. Celebrating 13 years of creativity, this annual event transforms the historic district into a buzzing hub of artistic expression. The entry to Sikka 2025 is free but a registration is required. Wander through the charming alleyways and heritage houses to discover over 40 captivating public art pieces and installations. Sculptures, murals, and interactive displays will be scattered across 19 locations, inviting visitors to engage with art in a unique way. Some...

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced special extended hours for the Dubai Metro on Sunday, November 10, 2024, to support participants of the highly anticipated Dubai Ride 2024. This metro schedule update aims to ensure easy access for the thousands joining this premier cycling event. On that day, both the Red and Green Lines will operate from 3 AM until midnight, giving participants plenty of time to arrive and depart conveniently. Dubai Ride, the region's largest community cycling event, is back for its fifth year, inviting cyclists of all ages and fitness levels to experience the city from...

The Ministry of Education in the UAE has recently made an important decision regarding mobile phones in schools. Starting now, students are prohibited from bringing mobile phones onto school premises, with clear guidelines established for how phones found on school grounds will be handled. This new rule is part of Ministerial Resolution No. (851) of 2018, specifically concerning student behavior in public education institutions. It falls under Article (7), which deals with second-degree violations, specifically addressing the misuse of communication devices like mobile phones. The Ministry’s circular to school principals and kindergartens outlines that schools must carry out regular inspection...

Dubai’s social calendar just got a refresh with the launch of an all-new ladies night — and it’s happening at one of the city’s most iconic spots: Wild Wadi Waterpark. Forget rooftops and dress codes. This one swaps heels for swimsuits and adds a splash of adventure. Running every second Friday from 7 PM to 11 PM until the end of September, this women-only event transforms the waterpark into a vibrant after-hours playground — exclusively for ladies and young girls.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Wild Wadi Waterpark (@wildwadiwaterpark) Here are the confirmed...

Calling all book lovers in Dubai! The Big Bad Wolf, the world’s largest book sale will return for its 6th event in the city. This year's sale will take place from November 29 to December 9, 2024, and promises even more excitement, with up to 75% off on over two million books. From bestsellers and biographies to children’s literature, graphic novels, cookbooks, and much more.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Big Bad Wolf Books - UAE (@bigbadwolf.uae) This year, the sale will take place at the Sound Stages in Dubai Studio City, and...

The Perseid meteor shower is active again for the 2025 season. It will light up the skies until August 23 — and peaking on the night of August 12. Known for its consistent and bright meteors, the Perseids typically produce up to 75 meteors per hour during the peak. These meteors are caused by Earth passing through debris left behind by Comet Swift-Tuttle, a massive 26-km-wide comet — more than twice the size of the asteroid that wiped out the dinosaurs, according to NASA. Moving at speeds of about 60 km/sec, the Perseids often leave visible trails and occasional fireballs. They...

The highly anticipated Dubai Fitness Challenge 2024 is back for its eighth edition and promising to be bigger and better than ever. This year’s challenge is calling all residents of Dubai to commit to 30 minutes of exercise every day for 30 days from October 26 to November 24, and it offers exciting events for people of all fitness levels.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Dubai Fitness Challenge (@dubaifitnesschallenge) The event aims to build on last year’s impressive turnout, which saw over 35,000 residents take part in the Dubai Ride alone. This year,...

Get ready, Dubai! The popular Ramadan District is making a comeback for its third year, bringing a mix of shopping, entertainment, and cultural experiences. Set at the Plaza Terrace of Jumeirah Emirates Towers, right next to the stunning Museum of the Future, this pop-up market will run from March 8 to March 23, 2025. What to Expect at Ramadan District 2025 As Ramadan is expected to begin around February 28 or March 1, the festival promises an even bigger lineup of activities, stalls, and experiences to celebrate the season.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared...

This Friday, December 13, prepare yourself for an extraordinary event that promises to leave you spellbound! Bluewaters Island and The Beach JBR in Dubai will host a breathtaking combination of cutting-edge drone performances and gravity-defying skydiving stunts, set against the mesmerizing backdrop of Ain Dubai. At 8 PM, 150 pyro-drones will take to the skies, delivering a dazzling display of light, precision, and creativity. If that’s not enough, the first show will also include jaw-dropping skydivers performing high-energy stunts to amplify the thrill factor. For those craving more, there’s a second show at 10 PM, featuring the same spectacular drone...