Your things to do in Dubai this weekend guide is here
If you’re on the lookout for some fun things to do in Dubai this weekend, you’re in the right place. From early morning breakfasts worth getting out of bed for to a sweet stop at a FIX Dessert Chocolatier community art installation and a few rounds of bowling with friends, the weekend line-up is serving something for every mood.
Here are 11 fun things to do in Dubai this weekend
Tuck into breakfast outdoors
Okay, we know temperatures are on the rise, but it still isn’t too bad. Known for its beautiful interiors, picture-perfect dishes and stunning views, Brunch & Cake by the Lake is one of Dubai’s prettiest breakfast spots. Set beside the water at Jumeirah Islands, this peaceful outdoor café is ideal for slow mornings, fresh pastries from the in-house bakery and generous breakfast plates, all paired with relaxing music and breezy lake views.
Where: Jumeirah Islands
When: Daily, 8am to 11pm
Contact: (04) 422 5879, @brunchandcake
Start your weekend with a sunrise fitness rave
Ditch the lie-in and swap it for an energising morning reset as Costa Coffee UAE joins forces with Well B for the ‘Awaken Fitness Rave’. The free 45-minute outdoor bootcamp is open to all fitness levels and powered by upbeat, feel-good tracks designed to keep the energy high from warm-up through to the final rep. Once the session wraps, ease into recovery with ice baths, sports massages, complimentary SPF application and personalised skin analysis, all while cooling down with iced coffee. Book here.
Where: Costa Coffee, Police Academy Drive-Thru
When: May 9, from 8am
Contact: @costacoffeeuae
Last chance to visit Global Village Dubai
Dubai’s much-loved outdoor attraction has confirmed that Season 30 will officially wrap up on May 10, 2026, giving visitors just a few more days to soak up the fun. The attraction offers items from all over the world and besides the endless kiosks selling clothes, jewellery, shoes, grocery items, homeware, cosmetics, perfumes and more, you can enjoy a range of cuisines spanning the globe. To top it all off, there are cultural shows, roaming entertainment, and entertainment zones the whole family will love. If you love Global Village Dubai, make this a part of your things to do this weekend.
Purchase your tickets here.
Where: Dubailand, Dubai
When: 4pm to 1am
Cost: Dhs25 per person
Contact: (04) 362 4114, globalvillage.ae
Visit the all-new Mamzar Beaches
On May 5, Al Mamzar Beaches reopened its doors after a big revamp. It boasts the world’s first 24/7 women-only beach with night swimming, a floating walkway at Al Mamzar Lagoon, water sport activities, play areas for children and cycling and jogging tracks and soon, foodies will have a plethora of food and beverage stalls to pick from. And yes, it’s free to enter.
Where: Khor Al Mamzar
Contact: @dubaimunicipality
Switching off at The M Spa
The M Spa at Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City is turning spa days into full wellness escapes with three layered packages combining massages, dining, and private room access. The Grand Relax Escape includes a buffet breakfast or two-course lunch alongside a one-hour Balinese Bliss massage, with prices starting from Dhs388 for singles and Dhs688 for couples. For a more immersive reset, The Grand Daycation adds a day-use Superior Room to the experience, alongside dining and the massage, with prices from Dhs518 per person or Dhs838 per couple. Prefer slower afternoons? The Afternoon Package offers two drinks at Bytes and a sharing platter with a massage and day-use room access starting from Dhs488 per person and Dhs788 for a couple.
Where: The M Spa, Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City, Dubai Media City
When: Daily
Cost: From Dhs388
Contact: (04) 525 7720, @the.m.spa
Dine at a top restaurant for just Dhs125
Dubai Restaurant Week is back with unmissable dining deals that invite you to discover the city’s top culinary hotspots. Until May 17, you’ll be able to enjoy Dubai Restaurant Week set menus at over 125 restaurants around the city. For lunch, a two-course set menu is priced at a wallet-friendly Dhs125, while for dinner, a three-course set menu will set you back Dhs250. Guests can explore menus from some of the city’s most celebrated kitchens, from stalwart international imports to homegrown favourites. Read more here.
What: Dubai Restaurant Week
When: Until May 17
Price: Dhs125 for lunch, Dhs250 for dinner
visitdubai.com/dubai-restaurant-week
Go bowling with mates
SOCO at City Centre Mirdif is your new go-to arcade, packed with endless entertainment. Enjoy a game of bowling, then refuel with tasty burgers, desserts, street-style bites, and fun drinks. It’s the perfect spot for a lively day out with family or friends.
Where: City Centre Mirdif
When: Daily, 6pm to 3am
Contact: @socouae
Check out the FIX Dessert pop-up
FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the home-grown brand behind ‘The Original Dubai Chocolate,’ is bringing an immersive art installation to Kite Beach on May 9 and 10. The digital activation invites residents to write their messages of kindness, unity, and positivity – which will be curated and translated into artwork, forming a limited-edition FIX Hero Box later this year. The event also includes a giveaway of goodie bags featuring products and vouchers from popular UAE homegrown brands such as Careem, Humantra, Salt, Bake My Day, and others, along with FIX surprises.
Where: Kite Beach
When: May 9 and 10
Contact: @kitebeach, @fixdessertchocolatier
Slurp at Ramen Hisa
Love Ramen? This should shoot to the top of your things to do in Dubai this weekend plans. From the team behind TakaHisa comes Ramen Hisa, a speciality ramen restaurant that is opening in Downtown on May 7. Ideally situated for a pre-theatre meal next to Dubai Opera, Ramen Hisa is all about putting quality and depth into one of Japan’s best-loved comfort foods. Elevating the experience, high-quality ingredients are selected from across Japan, while all noodles are made in-house, and dashi and soups use carefully selected ingredients to pack flavour into every mouthful.
What: Ramen Hisa, Downtown Dubai
Where: Plaza Unit #6, Dubai Opera
Visit: @ramenhisa
Lose yourself in the sound of Lost Frequencies
Returning after a sold-out show earlier this season, Lost Frequencies is back in Dubai on May 9. Known for hits like Are You With Me and Black Friday, the Belgian DJ brings his signature melodic house sound to Bohemia Beach Club, soundtracking everything from laidback sunset moments to late-night highs. Expect uplifting beats and feel-good energy from start to finish. Joined by Maori and Sam Oui, the night flows against a backdrop of sea views and the Dubai skyline. Read more here.
Where: Bohemia Beach Club, FIVE Palm Jumeirah
When: May 9, 2026
Cost: Dance floor: Dhs100 (ladies), Dhs150 (gents), drinks packages: Dhs195 (3 drinks), Dhs245 (5 drinks), VIP: From Dhs400 (fully redeemable) Backstage Dancing VIP: Dhs800 (includes 8 premium drinks).
Contact: @bohemiabyfive
Catch 10 plays in one night (yes, really)
Why settle for one performance when you can get several performances in Dubai on just one night? The Short + Sweet theatre festival features plays that are just 10 minutes long, and the unique stories are all put together by local actors, directors and screenwriters. Now in its 14th year, the festival remains a firm favourite with theatre fans across Dubai. The concept: local theatre groups battle it out on stage to see which 10-minute play wins over the audience. Each weekend, a selection of 10-minute plays is performed and then the audience votes for their favourite play each week, with the top-scoring entries moving forward to the Red Carpet Gala Final on May 23. Purchase your tickets here.
Where: New Covent Garden Theatre, Mall of the Emirates
When: Until Saturday, May 23, 2026 (weekends)
Cost: Dhs100 per day (for general admission)
Contact: newcoventgardentheatre.com
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