Dubai is a truly buzzing city. With fresh openings, cultural moments and new experiences across the city every week.
Need inspiration for what to do this weekend? From art fairs to wellness launches and fashion pop-ups, here are the standout events to have on your radar for this Friday to Sunday.
Looking for a weekend escape that blends calm and performance? The newly opened Bay Health Club in Al Barari has opened its doors, offering a wellness destination rooted in nature, offering a wide variety of recharging and exercising experiences. Located amidst lush gardens and flowing water, this next-generation health club features state-of-the-art fitness zones, mindful movement spaces and recovery-focused areas where you can recharge. Whether you’re after a stretch session, serious training or longing for a moment of stillness this weekend, its the perfect spot to relax and recharge.
Lace up for one of the city’s favourite fitness moments as Dubai Run returns to Sheikh Zayed Road this weekend. Taking place on Sunday, the 23rd, the annual 5km and 10km routes transform the iconic highway into a car-free track, drawing thousands of runners, families, and first-timers for a morning of pure energy. Whether you’re soaking in the skyline at sunrise or setting a new personal best, it’s one of the most feel-good community events of the year that you don’t want to miss.
Escape the bustle this long weekend with a refined Winter Afternoon Tea at Address Downtown, where the Lobby Lounge sets the scene against glittering Burj Khalifa views. The seasonal menu leans into quiet luxury with Canadian lobster topped with caviar, delicate asparagus tartelettes, and a line-up of elegant patisserie from tartelettes to pistachio choux. Paired with fine teas, coffees, and warm scones, it offers an indulgent pause wrapped in Dubai’s winter light. Served daily from 3 to 7pm until the 4th of December, priced at AED 195 per person.
If your saved posts are lined with videos of ramen bowls and coconut matcha, it means you’re probably the self-proclaimed foodie of the group. So, when the inevitable “What are we doing this weekend?” pops up, this is your moment to shine. Team GRAZIA recommends suggesting Gault&Millau UAE’s second edition of the Culinary Innovators 2025 pop-up, taking place at the Conrad Hotel, Trade Centre, on Friday, November 21, and Saturday, November 22. The two-day event will feature some of Dubai’s most exciting chefs coming together to create dishes you won’t find on any menu in the city. Expect plates from some of the UAE’s most talked-about restaurants, from Row on 45 and Moonrise to Jun’s and BRIX Journey, all served in a dine-around format with live entertainment. If good food is your personality trait, it’s about to pay off. Tickets are currently on sale online.
Teddy Swims, a soul powerhouse, lands in Dubai this weekend with his “I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy” tour, taking over the Coca-Cola Arena for a night of raw vocals and feel-everything energy. The show is already completely sold out, which is no surprise given the chart-topping tracks like Lose Control and The Door. But if you’re determined to be there, now’s the moment to text that friend who always buys two tickets “just in case.” If you manage to snag a ticket, consider yourself lucky, as this is one of the season’s most talked-about performances coming to Dubai.
Turn an ordinary night into something cinematic with DREAM Dubai’s new Date Night experience at the Address Beach Resort JBR. Couples are welcomed into for a glamorous dinner and show, with AED 2,000 fully redeemable on the Mediterranean à la carte menu. Included is also a bottle of Laurent-Perrier Rosé Champagne and a personalised signature dessert platter, for all those with a sweet tooth. Think warm, theatrical interiors, and world-class live performances. No anniversary or occasion required, as everyday is a reason to celebrate love.
Dina’s Picks is back with a three-day pop-up, bringing over 40 small businesses, from emerging fashion and jewellery designers to unique homeware into one space. Curated by Dubai designer Dina Zahran, the event has a warm, community feel, complete with a café and a kids’ zone, allowing parents to browse comfortably, while keeping the whole family entertained. It’s the perfect easy weekend stop for a browse and to discover new, thoughtfully made pieces.
Located at the Waldorf Astoria DIFC, Bull & Bear, has unveiled a fresh new menu, bringing bold flavours and elevated comfort dishes to one of the city’s most stylish restaurants. Expect premium cuts, refined sharing plates, and updated signatures, showcase the restaurant’s New York-inspired character. Whether it’s a business lunch, a celebratory dinner or a relaxed weekend treat, the ambience, view and elevated cuisine make it one of Dubai’s most compelling steak-house experiences.
