Your week in Dubai just got upgraded
Dubai is doing what it does best this week, turning everyday plans into something a little more interesting. From a dainty afternoon tea to enjoying cocktails, dining with a view and enjoying a little friendly competition with loved ones at a new entertainment destination, there is plenty happening across the city.
Here are 8 things to do in Dubai this week
Tuck into an afternoon tea
Expect dainty bites and elegant flavours at Peacock Alley’s Meet me at the Clock afternoon tea. On the savoury side, there’s wild crab with caviar, black truffle pommes mousseline, smoked salmon roulade, and foie gras puffs, alongside classic sandwiches like tuna and aioli on brioche and coronation chicken on whole grain. Sweet treats include strawberry and rose cake, mango cheesecake, pistachio and raspberry mousse, and warm scones served with clotted cream and seasonal jams. A selection of fine teas completes the experience, with the option to add a glass of bubbly if you fancy.
Where:: Peacock Alley, Waldorf Astoria DIFC,
When: Sunday to Friday, 2pm to 6pm
Cost: From Dhs225
Contact: (0)4 515 9818, hilton.com
*18 of the best afternoon teas in Dubai in 2026*
Sip a delicious mocktail or two at Goldfish Sushi & Yakitori
Feeling the heat? Cool down with this delicious A Ni Mocktail at Goldfish. It is bursting with strawberries, blueberries and cranberries – it’s fresh, fruity and full of flavour. Made with locally sourced ingredients, it’s juicy, refreshing and pairs perfectly with dinner.
PS. For something stronger, read on.
Where: Galleria Mall, Al Wasl Road
When: Daily 12pm to 12am
Contact: (04) 345 4419, @goldfishdubai
Enjoy Cocktail Week at ICD Brookfield Place
DIFC’s most atmospheric address turns into a week-long celebration of the craft cocktail. Spread across The Guild, 1920, Josette, La Niña, Lulu & The Beanstalk, Il Gattopardo and Bar des Prés, Cocktail Week brings a curated line-up of standout serves, masterclasses and pairing experiences designed to take you beyond the glass. Tickets are from Dhs85, and you can purchase them here.
Where: ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC
When: May 11 to 17
Dine with a view
Perched on the 122nd floor of the Burj Khalifa, At.mosphere is one of the highest restaurants in the world. Expect incredible views across Dubai alongside a fine dining menu featuring Wagyu beef, oysters and more. Whether you’re visiting for breakfast, afternoon tea or dinner, this is one meal with a view you won’t forget.
Where: Burj Khalifa, Level 122
When: Daily, 7am to 2am
Contact: (04) 888 3828, @atmospheredubai
*5 sky-high restaurants in Dubai with stunning views*
Have a blast with loved ones at X Distrikt
X Distrikt at Dubai Festival City Mall is a new immersive entertainment hub designed as a multi-experience destination rather than a single attraction. It brings together four main concepts under one roof: Xstrike Outpost, a live-action laser combat mission arena; woo-hoo! Dubai, a hands-on children’s museum focused on learning through play; DARE Dubai Festival City, an active obstacle-style challenge zone; and multiVRse Dubai, which lets visitors step into interactive digital worlds. It’s packed with fun for the whole family.
Where: Dubai Festival City Mall, Dubai Festival City
When: Open daily during mall hours
Cost: From Dhs129 for one child and adult (two hours)
Contact: @xdistrikt.ae
More time to tuck into some top restaurants
Dubai Restaurant Week returns this May with over 125 restaurants serving up a two-course set lunch for Dhs125 and a three-course dinner for Dhs250. The 2026 edition features menus from more than 30 Michelin Guide-listed restaurants, alongside offerings from internationally renowned chefs including Nobu Matsuhisa, Gordon Ramsay, and Akira Back. Whether you’ve been meaning to finally book that table at a DIFC institution or want to explore a neighbourhood gem, this is your window. Book via Careem DineOut and check the full line-up at visitdubai.com.
And foodies, you’re in luck, because the offer has been extended until May 31. Dig out those stretchy pants!
Where: Citywide
When: May 1 to 17
Price: From Dhs125 (lunch) | Dhs250 (dinner)
visitdubai.ae
Tuck into six courses of ramen magic
Love ramen? You have to book a table at this six-course omakase at Culinara, One Za’abeel. On May 13, the one and only Chef Reif Othman is heading into the kitchen with SIO Ramen House for a lip-smacking treat. On the night, the menu is a surprise and the thinking behind each dish is explained as it lands. SIO is named after the Japanese word for ‘salt’ and has always been built around the craft and precision of Japanese ramen-making. Do note there’s a limited number of seats, so if you want to go, make sure you book now. It’s Dhs299 per person (only food). Book here.
Where: SIO Ramen House, Culinara, One Za’abeel, Dubai
When: May 13, 2026 from 6pm
Cost: Dhs299 (only food), add on Dhs99 for non-alcoholic beverages, Dhs199 for house and Dhs299 for premium.
Contact: @reifo.kee, @siobyreif
Play while you wait for your meal at Rowley’s
Waiting for your meal just got more fun at Rowley’s. The popular DIFC hotspot has transformed its rooftop to now include interactive games, live shows and entertainment. Oh, and it comes with views of the Burj Khalifa. There’s mini-golf, bowling, pool and classic games like Twister and hopscotch. Heading here on Thursday or Friday, from 10pm there’s a magician waiting to make you say, ‘How did you do that?!” Oh, and kids are welcomed, too.
Where: Rowley’s, Level P3, Central Park Towers, Zaa’beel Second, DIFC
When: Daily, 8.30am to 2am
Contact: @rowleys.uae
