\The quest for the best things to do in Dubai on the weekend is not an easy task. Why? Because there are so many options available, such as creative workshops, live performances, fresh brunches, pool parties, interesting workouts, lots of food, and more.
Without further ado, here are the top 12 things to do in Dubai this weekend:
Friday, November 24
Test your general knowledge
Every Friday from 8pm to 10pm, grab a few friends and come to The Coterie for a fun fish and chips quiz night hosted by Dane Bowers and Chris Sibley. For Dhs95 per person, guests may enjoy fish and chips and an additional house beverage. But that’s not all; every Friday from 12pm to 8pm, customers may enjoy happy hour drinks starting at Dhs25.
Saddle up
Looking for a new hobby? The Emirates Equestrian Centre is giving a free 30-minute horse riding meeting to participants of the Dubai Fitness Challenge. Whether you’re just starting out or an expert the bike, save your free session between 7 a.m. and 10 a.m. till November 26. Wear comfortable attire and suitable shoes, and the place of work will handle the rest.
Dubai’s Emirates Equestrian Centre sits on Al Qudra Road. Until the 26th of November.
Cheers to the weekend at Marini
Going out for drinks after work? Marini, a new Italian restaurant in Dubai Media City, is led by famous chef Monserrato Marini. Every day from 5pm to 8pm, customers may take benefit of the special aperitivo offer of two drinks for the price of one, involving Italian wines and delicious specialty cocktails. Pair with a sharing platter of crispy bruschetta, arancini, Italian meatballs, delicious foods cheeses, olives, and more.
Marini, Samsung Building, Media City Dubai.
Get into the festive spirit
Mezzanine Bar & Kitchen’s festive Friday brunch, which begins this weekend, will help you celebrate the one-month countdown to Christmas. Enjoy British classics, live music, and a lively environment by the sparkling canals at Souk Madinat Jumeirah from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The Dhs345 winter breakfast features roast turkey and seasonal cocktails such as the Merry Spiced Margarita.
The kitchen and the mezzanine bar. Souk Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai hosts a Friday brunch from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Rev up for a family-friendly Porsche event
Icons of Porsche returns to Dubai Design District (D3) with a full tank of family entertainment and a slew of amazing events for a celebration that also honours the car brand’s 75th anniversary this year. This year’s versions, which runs from November 25 to November 26, is themed ‘Dream in Full Colour’ and has some very fast-paced tasks. Esports, which eating excursions, art displays, musical entertainment, and much more await guests. This is our selection of the most fascinating features at Icons of Porsche. Additional details can be found in our programme calendar for the weekend.
Dubai Design District (D3), November 25-26, 2023, free of cost.
Saturday, November 25
Stretch it out with a beach yoga session
Common Grounds, a popular EatX concept, is opening a bright new café on Kite Beach. The ideal stop for post-run smoothies and sand in your toes smoothie bowls. Join a beach yoga session with Rise Wellness on Saturday for Dhs75, which involves a post-stretch coffee at Common Grounds. The vinyasa flow class starts at 9 a.m. and will focus on relaxing the back, neck, and shoulders, as well as opening up the hips, before closing with a long relaxing savasana (meditation) to the sound of waves. Bliss.
Common Grounds at Kite Beach in Dubai. Saturday, November 25th, 9:00 a.m., Dhs75.
Catch a free film under the stars
If you weren’t aware, Alserkal Art Week is returning until Sunday morning, November 26. It is jam-packed with art and culture, and the topic this time is dedicated to Gaza in relation to current events. The free movie screenings provided by Cinema Akil are one of the events not to be missed. Instead of going to the movies, travel to The Yard, where you can enjoy them below the sky. The film programme ends on Saturday, November 25 with a showing of Foragers.
Alserkal Art Week includes film screenings at Alserkal Avenue The Yard on 22 and 25 November.
See Diplo live
This weekend, house music legend Diplo will play at Terra Solis in the midst of the desert. The Grammy Award-winning DJ is on his way to the dunes, and customers are asked to dig their toes into the sand while listening to Cold Water, Lean On, and Where Are You Now.
Exit 39, Jebel Ali Lehbab Road, Dubailand, which Terra Solis, Dubai Heritage Vision.
Laugh out loud with a comedy legend
Another one from the crème de la crème of top comedians from across the world, Jim Gaffigan will appear on the Dubai Opera’s stage this Saturday for his international standup tour ‘Barely Alive’. The American comedian is visiting the UAE as part of a wider Middle Eastern tour. Tickets are now available for purchase here.
Barely Alive, Jim Gaffigan, Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai, November 25.
Sunday, November 26
Take part in the Dubai Run
This wildly popular challenge takes runners through the heart of Dubai, with world-famous sites as a history. The path, which is only available once a year due to the reopening of Sheikh Zayed Road, includes the known Museum of the Future, Emirates Towers, and the Burj Khalifa. It’s an amazing chance to see the city like you’ve never seen it before. Choose from two routes: 5km or 10km, all of which start near the Museum of the Future. Register for free to be one of the 200,000 runners who will take to the streets this year.
Dubai Run, World Trade Centre, Dubai, November 26th, 4 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Check out a new brunch
There are many fantastic brunch alternatives in the city, but The Crossing’s new weekend brunch is a must-try for award-winning Indian food in a pleasant setting. On Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm to 4pm, guests may enjoy four hours of unlimited cocktails and a five-course Indian feast for Dhs275 per person. At The Crossing, try the Vindaloo lamb chop, butter chicken, Kalimpong dumpling, paneer tikka, and other popular dishes. There is also a vegetarian menu available.
The Crossing at Dubai’s H Hotel. Dhs275 soft, Dhs375 house, and Dhs475 dazzling every Saturday and Sunday between 12 and 4pm.
Join a painting workshop for Palestine
Show your support for the Palestinian community by joining a fun Paint 4 Palestine meeting this Sunday at Mishkah. Guests can create their own tote bags with paint and Tatreez (Palestinian embroidery) and learn about many styles of Palestinian cultural put on, like the Thobe. The workshop costs Dhs190, and it features all supplies and art instruction from the great creator, Lynne.
Mishkah is located in Al Quoz, Dubai. Sunday, November 26th, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dhs190.
Make a splash at MiMi’s
Grab your bikini and SPF: the shining new MiMi’s Pool Club at the FIVE Jumeirah Village is hosting a fantastic new girls’ day. Ladies can get unlimited food and drink for Dhs149 per person every Sunday at 12pm with famous city DJ Charlie Sloth. MiMi’s Pool Club is a unique blend of energetic American music vibes and a calm Californian food establishing in the heart of Dubai.
