New spots, eats, events & everything happening around the city, so you know what’s on in Dubai this week Some cities sparkle; Dubai glows from the inside out. New spots, cool things happening everywhere, calendars already filling up. If you’re wondering what’s on in Dubai this week – from new restaurants and pop-ups to events everyone is talking about – this is your heads-up so you don’t end up with serious FOMO by Sunday. Nobu One Za’abeel Nobu aka the new place to be in Dubai has officially opened at The Link in One Za’abeel, bringing its Japanese-Peruvian menu to

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It forms part of Emirates ongoing growth strategy in Southeast Asia and commitment to the Philippines Come April 2, 2026, Emirates Airline will introduce four additional weekly flights between Dubai, UAE and Manila, Philippines. The airline currently serves the Philippines with 28 weekly flights and will expand to 34 weekly services with the newly added flights. The new flight – EK330, will depart from Dubai at 12.45pm arriving in Manila at 1.25am the following day. The return flight, EK331 will depart Manila at 3.25am arriving in Dubai at 8.25am. All times are local. Flights EK330/331 will be operated by Emirates’

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Sign up now and take part in this unique movement Dubai is gearing up to make history once again. On January 21, 2026, Dubai will attempt to break a Guinness World Record by hosting the world’s largest virtual sign language class, bringing thousands together for a truly inclusive global moment. It’s organised by Dubai’s Community Development Authority (CDA) and forms part of the Dubai Communicates in Sign Language initiative, launched in October 2025 by His Highness Sheikh Mansoor bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Higher Committee for the Protection of the Rights of People of Determination. It

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Blue Monday doesn’t exist in Dubai when you do these things If you didn’t realise, today is Blue Monday and apparently it’s the saddest day of the year. It’s usually the third Monday of January, when festivities are over, your bank balance is feeling a little bit thin and maybe you have failed a resolution or two. Whether that all applies to you, and you’re feeling blue, or you are the happiest you’ve ever felt in your life, it’s always nice to do things to make you happy, right? We’ve gathered them here. Head to a cafe where you can

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It’s a new week, which means fresh things to do in Dubai to add to your plans Whether you’re planning an after-work hang or filling up your weekday diary, we’ve rounded up the unmissable things to do in Dubai this week, from headline gigs and new food openings to arts events worth stepping out for and more… Hero Dubai Desert Classic returns for 2026 Image: What’s On Archive Dubai’s longest-running golf tournament is back, drawing some of the biggest names in the sport to the fairways once again. The Hero Dubai Desert Classic will welcome a world-class field, including Northern

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Prepare to be absolutely Ghibli-fied After a Studio Ghibli trend took over social media last year, fans are in for another treat as The World of Studio Ghibli arrives in Abu Dhabi. You can explore The World of Studio Ghibli from May 30, 2026 at Manarat Al Saadiyat in Saadiyat Cultural District. Here, Studio Ghibli’s iconic films come to life through immersive sets, handcrafted artwork, and unforgettable storytelling. Spirited Away – Studio Ghibli You will be able to explore scenes from beloved films, and we don’t just mean sitting back and watching it on a big screen. You will fully

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From gigs and gallery openings to bingo nights and bold bites, here’s your list of incredible things to do this week January is done being gentle with the line up of things to do. This is the week it clears its throat and asks you to keep up. There’s food worth leaving the couch for, music that demands volume, art that needs more than a quick glance and a few midweek plans that feel almost rebellious. If your calendar looks empty, that’s about to change. Wok Your Way Image supplied The Steam Table at Garage turns up the heat with

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The UAE capital is officially the world’s safest city on the planet for 2026, beating 400 cities worldwide Abu Dhabi does it again. For the 10th year running, the capital is crowned the safest city in the world. Late night walks feel normal, early morning jogs feel easy, and peace of mind comes standard, not as a perk. Abu Dhabi is holding on to the top spot in Numbeo’s latest global safety rankings. The index surveys 400 cities across 150 countries, and once again the capital comes out on top. The city ranks first for safety when walking alone, both

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Your favourite places deserve to win but they must be registered for the What’s On Dubai Awards 2026 The What’s On Dubai Awards are back for 2026 to toast the city’s best restaurants, bars, hotels, events and all the experiences that make going out here so good. And 2025 has been a seriously strong year. New openings have raised eyebrows, beach clubs have rewritten the rule book and nights out have stretched well past bedtime. Now it’s time to give credit where it’s due. These are the awards where the city has the final say. No secret panels or fancy

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It’s been a busy week in UAE news this week Lewis Capaldi played in Abu Dhabi Probably the biggest news in the UAE this week, and the most popular Instagram story in the country was the Scottish singer performing as part of the Saadiyat Nights series in Abu Dhabi. Nobu was launched in One Za’abeel Dubai got a first taste of one of the most anticipated restaurant openings of 2026, as Nobu One Za’abeel welcomed a host of celebrities, influencers, and VIPs for an exclusive pre-opening event on Friday ahead of the official launch on Saturday 17 January. Guests enjoyed

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