Looking for things to do in Dubai this week to fill up your time? There’s something for everybody, from light from the moon yoga to a painting workshop, joyful family fun to a one-time cocktail event.
Monday, November 27
Enjoy a moonlit yoga session
Start your week off right with a full moon candlelit yoga practise on the beach at Zero Gravity. The session, which takes place on Monday between 7pm and 8pm, costs Dhs75 and may be cashed for food and beverages before or after the session. Walk-ins are welcome, but remember to bring your own mat.
Zero Gravity, Monday November 27, 7pm to 8pm, Dhs75 completely redeemable, walk-ins only.
Extend the weekend with a fun-filled family day out
The famous complete children’s museum OliOli has developed the UAE’s largest tiny winter village this winter season. Magical Winterland is a one-of-a-kind installation featuring over 700 tiny items like dynamic buildings, picturesque landscapes, colourful characters, a model train, a ski slope and a fun-filled funfair, all set inside the magic of snow-capped mountains. Children may begin with by collecting their Magical Winterland Explorer booklet and flashlights to capture the results, which include rural characters, gorgeous city square construction, joyous winterlanders, friendly dogs, and even sunbathing snowmen. OliOli’s Standard PLUS ticket, priced at Dhs146 for an adult and a kid, provides admission to Magical Winterland.
Tuesday, November 28
Join a painting workshop for Palestine
Unleash your creative side with this Paint Palestine meeting at Maiz Tacos JLT, presented in collaboration with Fosc Art. The session costs Dhs160, with 100% of the profits going to the Emirates Red Crescent Tarahum for Gaza campaign. It includes meals as well as all the tools needed to create your meaningful masterpiece.
JLT, Dubai, Maiz Tacos. The second Tuesday of November 28th, at 7 p.m. Dhs160.
Sip among the stars at Galaxy Bar
Guests can attend an exciting cocktail event for the World Class Competition 2024 on Tuesday, November 28. Adrian Michalcik, award-winning mixologist, will join the Galaxy Bar staff to show off three extremely remarkable cocktails that highlight the components of light, temperature, and garnishes. Don’t miss this one-time event, which takes place from 8.30pm to 10.30pm, and watch Galaxy Bar changed into a vision of the Northern Lights.
Galaxy Bar, Avli by tashas, Gate Village, DIFC, Tuesday, 28 the month of November, 8.30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 29
Get your Spanish food fix
Foodies, get over to Tagomago and explore the amazing universe of Spanish rice past paella with the new on a weekly basis session Meloso Wednesdays. It’s all about finding the secrets of Arroz Meloso, a creamy treat that mixes the dry rice of paella with a soupy caldoso for a moreish, cosy dish. Guests may select between the shrimp meloso and the short rib meloso, both of which cost Dhs190.
Tagomago, Azure Residences, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. Wednesdays, 12 p.m. to 12.30 a.m.
Go for (free) after-work drinks
Ladies, we’ve found a perfect fix to the mid-week blues… Say hello to Qwerty’s new “Office Rumour” ladies’ night, which will be taking place every Wednesday from 5 to 9 p.m. Gather the girls for not one, not two, but four free drinks, featuring chosen wines and drinks, including a live DJ.
Qwerty at the Media One Hotel in Dubai Dubai’s Media City. Wednesdays, 5 to 9 p.m.
Thursday, November 30
Treat yourself to a pamper session
In honour of UAE National Day, Guerlain Spa at One&Only The Palm has created a luxurious spa package just for this special day. The 150-minute treatment starts with a full-body exfoliation with milk scrub and rice powder for clear and refined skin, followed by a massage with green ice bubbles to promote energy and reduce strong stress. Finally, there’s the Ultimate Black Orchid Age Reverse Treatment to round off the pampering experience. The Spirit of Joy package is priced at Dhs1,600 per person and is available until December 20.
Guerlain Spa, One&Only The Palm, West Crescent, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, open daily from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Check out this new seaside cafe
Get up and shine… Brix Cafe, only a few doors down from Brix desserts and 3Fils, has opened its doors in the beautiful Jumeirah Fishing Harbour, serving beneficial all-day breakfasts, freshly baked items, and sweets. Guests can enjoy buttery scrambled eggs and avocado on a freshly baked croissant roll, sautéed Brussel sprouts topped with poached egg and oyster mushrooms, asparagus, caramelised onions, parmesan cheese and goat’s cheese, and a breakfast sandwich filled with tender beef pastrami, emmental, and mustard mayo, while overlooking the harbour.
Brix Cafe is located in Dubai’s Jumeirah Fishing Harbour. Daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.
