New month, new things to do in Dubai
Looking for things to do in Dubai this week? From fireworks lighting up the skyline to a brand-new Latin American restaurant and sunset drinks with a view, to many more, here are must-do plans worth adding to your diary.
Watch fireworks light up Burj Al Arab
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Dubai’s iconic sail-shaped hotel will set the scene for a one-night-only fireworks show celebrating UAE–Kuwait Week. Expect a sparkling display lighting up the coastline, visible from outside the hotel grounds… And its free to view.
Where: Burj Al Arab, Umm Suqeim
When: Wednesday, February 4, from 9pm
Try a new Latin-American restaurant
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Dubai’s dining and nightlife scene has a bold new player. Amaru has opened at Souk Madinat Jumeirah, blending Latin American flavours, fire-led cooking and high-energy vibes designed for long dinners that turn into late nights.
The venue unfolds across interconnected spaces, from a buzzing central bar serving agave- and cane-based cocktails (plus refined zero-proof options) to a dramatic dining room inspired by ancient Latin American civilisations. Expect ceviches, lobster tacos, smoky anticuchos and live-fire dishes, all soundtracked by music that keeps the mood lifted well into the night.
Where: Amaru, Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
When: Now open
Contact: (04) 227 5881
Have fun at a new playground
Say hello to SOCO, your new go-to for all-out fun at City Centre Mirdif. Think arcade battles, bowling lanes and high-energy vibes, paired with burgers, street bites, desserts and playful drinks. Whether it’s family time or a friends’ night out, this one ticks all the boxes.
Where: City Centre Mirdif, Dubai
Last week to see the Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival
The Ras Al Khaimah Art Festival has transformed a historic village into a stunning open-air gallery. Set against a heritage backdrop, the festival brings together bold art installations, live performances, interactive workshops and creative showcases where art and history collide. Every corner feels alive and it’s one of the most atmospheric cultural experiences in the UAE
When: Now on until Sunday, February 8, 2026
Where: Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village, Ras Al Khaimah
Catch sunset drinks at this new DIFC rooftop
If golden hour is your favourite time of day, The Ledge Rooftop should be on your radar. Perched above the city in Central Tower, this laid-back rooftop is all about skyline views, easy-going sundowners and after-work vibes.
Expect cocktails and wine flowing, shisha on deck, plus ice cream and bites to keep things sweet as the sun goes down.
When: Daily, 5pm to 11pm
Where: Central Tower, DIFC
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