June in Dubai signals a familiar shift – the city eases into its summer rhythm, and with it comes a quieter, more intentional way of living. As the heat settles in, residents trade the outdoors for curated indoor experiences and well-timed getaways, filling their calendars with the kind of plans worth looking forward to.

A packed social calendar is one of summer’s quiet pleasures, but knowing where to be is half the effort. That’s where we come in. From a sweet moment at the Burberry Beauty pop-up at Crème London Dubai to Foad Hamzeh’s evocative art exhibition at The Lana, GRAZIA has done the curation so you don’t have to. Consider this your definitive guide to June in the UAE.

Bassam Art Foundation exhibition

Spanning throughout the month of June until late August, this exhibition reflects is a nostalgic reflection of contemporary experiences in the UAE. Hosted by the Bassam Art Foundation in partnership with Zayed University, the exhibition invites us to explore conversations on the diversity of life within the UAE. Spanning from representations of landscape, heritage and nostalgia to invoke visual memory of life in the nation. The artistic intent behind these visuals is to represent how UAE residents view and appreciate Dubai, portrayed through a contemporary lens.

Burberry Beauty Pop-up at Creme London Dubai

Burberry Beauty has unveiled a playfully unexpected collaboration with Creme London Dubai. The iconic brand has brought the world of Burberry Her Parfum past the beauty counter and into a fully immersive experience. Many of the fragrances include blends of sweet notes, particularly cherry, vanilla and amber – so combining them with a sweet treat is the perfect finishing note. The partnership includes a limited edition cherry and double chocolate cookie. Additionally, it includes the opportunity to give Burberry Her’s fragrance samples, body lotion, perfume sets and more.

SOUND HEALING AND SCULPTING AT KARVE

What’s better than a Karve class? A Karve class that ends with you lying on your megaformer, eyes closed, while singing bowls wash over you. And that’s exactly what the new Sound Healing session delivers. Every Wednesday at 7:30 PM, your ultimate 75-minute wellness session kicks off with Karve’s signature sculpting class (expect to work hard, fast, and seriously effectively), followed by a healing session designed to ease you back to zero.

Foad Hamzeh exhibition at The Lana

An exhibition that demands to be observed from up close, Foad Hamzeh is showcasing his sculptural work at The Lana Dorchester Collection. In collaboration with JD Malat gallery, the exhibit beckons to be an immersive experience. Rather than casually observing, the sculpture demands to be interacted with. Formed in mirror stainless steel, the piece dissolves into the backdrop of the Dubai skyline, reshaping itself with every light, reflection and movement.

Akari Wellness

For those looking for a summer reset, Akari Wellness offers a restorative membership designed to support the nervous system. Spend the summer rejuvenating your mind, body and soul at a spot where your comfort takes priority. Your body optimizes itself when combined with stillness – so take a moment to hit pause. The membership is available throughout summer, for those who are looking to curate the perfect effortless self-care routine this June.

Exhibition at Dom Art Projects

Enjoy the immersive, multisensory exhibition ‘Time That Grows Slowly’ at Dom Art Projects in Al Khayat Avenue. Curated by artist Sulafa Mohammed, the exhibition explores the vast nature of our contemporary lives. She emphasises the importance of existing between moments in an era of fleeting moments. The artist uses crotches in repeated patterns, symbolising systems meant to last for short moments being remade and integrated by hand. For those of you looking for an outing that includes immersive, transcendent and artistic elements, this is for you.

AN ITALIAN AFFAIR

La Famiglia is the kind of place made for lingering. Whether it’s a lazy breakfast that stretches into lunch or a long Italian afternoon spent over fresh pasta and Bellinis, everything invites you to slow down and indulge. The food is some of the best Italian in town, with a menu that celebrates classic flavours done exceptionally well, while the setting strikes the perfect balance between intimate and elegant. It’s the attention to detail that really makes it special though – from the lemon-clad tables and embroidered napkins to the thoughtful finishing touches that make every visit feel like an occasion. Perfect for those days when there’s absolutely nowhere else you need to be.

Exhibition at Efie Gallery

Efie Galley’s latest exhibition, ‘In Abstracto, In Concreto: On Memory and Presence’ is a group show that presents a poignant proposition of abstract nature. The artwork is largely associated with the style of 20th-century European art movements that depict the human body in an expressionist form. The pieces are representative of subjective figures that populate historical memory. For those of you who are seeking a uniquely artistic experience with the perfect backdrop for your perfectly curated Instagram feed, this is for you.

 

Afternoon Tea at Rose and Frankincense

Located in the Heart of Sharjah, heritage house Bait Elowal has curated an afternoon tea at Rose and Frankincense. The immersive culinary experience has incorporated the brand’s signature ritual and sensory presence. Featuring uniquely themed creations, from Rose Petal and Saffron Karak Tea to sweet treats like Dark Chocolate Truffles with Frankincense Essence. The afternoon tea is available daily between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM (or upon request) at Dhs250 for two guests.