Looking to have a fun weekend in Dubai? You are about to enjoy something unbelievable! There will be more than 25 spectacular things to do in Dubai this weekend, from November 8-9, which is why Dubai is the best entertainment destination in the Middle East. There’s an amazing array of things to do in Dubai to satisfy any taste: global music festivals and energetic carnival events, as well as tranquillity and relaxation, and the finest cuisine in the world.
You can expect a number of free events in Dubai this weekend, such as the famous Downtown Design fair and breathtaking Miracle Garden, brunching at Michelin star restaurants across the city and enjoying the view of the skyline, dancing at UNTOLD Festival 2025 with world-renowned superstars, such as Armin Van Buuren, Alan Walker, REMA, Steve Aoki, Nora Fatehi and Martin Garrix, and paddleboarding over crystal-clear Hatta Dam waters.
The diversity of the events in Dubai is beautiful, as family-friendly adventure is located next to the sophisticated nightlife, cultural exhibitions are united with adrenaline-rushing water sport activities, and each of the experiences is determined to provide world-class entertainment. These extraordinary experiences are not limited to one area in Dubai, as you get to indulge in the best events and things to do across the city, such as at Kite Beach, Dubai Design District (d3), Hatta Dam, Dubai Festival City and more.
This is the ultimate list that can guarantee you the best Dubai has to offer this weekend. Let’s see what we have here!
Free Things to do in Dubai this Weekend
Kite Beach
Kite Beach is among the best beaches in Dubai, with its white sand and views of the iconic Burj Al Arab. Ideal for the water sports person, the morning runners or the sunset hunters, and has trendy cafes, where refreshing beverages and nutritious snacks are served throughout the day. Kite Beach is open 24/7.
Dubai Mall & The Dubai Fountain
Explore the biggest shopping place in the world with more than 1000 shops, an ice rink and the biggest aquarium. The choreographed performances of the Dubai Fountain take place every 30 minutes, and the water jets go up to 500 feet on the beats of different songs.
Dubai Design Week – Downtown Design
Get denser in modern design masterpiece with international brands, new local talents and new inventions. Meet masterclasses, visit limited-edition collections of individual studios, and experience the latest trends in design at this waterfront venue.
- Dates: November 5-9, 2025
- Location: Dubai Design District (d3) Waterfront
- Entry: Free
Dubai Flea Market at Sahara Centre
Search for rare gems such as antique items, vintage attire, crafts, and used electronics. Sustainable shopping experience, the Dubai culture of negotiating a bargain with local sellers who are friendly and have real bargains and the real souvenirs.
- Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Time: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM
- Entry: Free
Dubai Miracle Garden – Floral Castle
Enter a fairy tale in this spectacular building that is surrounded by millions of fresh flowers. Seasonal arrangements are present in tall spires and elaborate decorations on the walls. Evening is accompanied by magical lighting that makes the castle a fantastic, heavenly place to take photo shots.
- Weekend Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
- Location: Dubai Miracle Garden
Dubai Fitness Challenge at Global Village
In Dubai Fitness Challenge, record 3,000 steps within 30 minutes on the Global Village app to get a one-time Neon Galaxy X Challenge Zone pass. An amusing way of being active and exploring culture in the form of pavilions, international entertainment, shopping, and dining.
- Dates: November 1-30, 2025
- Entry: Free with Global Village admission
Winter & Night Markets in Dubai
Al Rigga Night Market
This traditional evening market captures the real culture of the locals. Stroll through the busy streets and buy scented spices, fresh dates, old-fashioned fabrics, and crafts. The food stalls in the streets provide very delicious Middle Eastern snacks in a colourful environment.
Floating Market at Global Village
Explore the Asian food experience in this seaside restaurant that has been built with Thai, Vietnamese, and Malaysian street food. Taste fresh seafood, boiling ramen and sweet delicacies by Dragon Lake, where a fire and water spectacle plays.
- Location: Global Village, next to Dragon Lake
Dubai Miracle Garden Shopping
In addition to the spectacular flowerbeds, there are extensive souvenir stands, the Bazaar, where local UAE small businesses showcase their handmade craft and traditional products, and 30 food kiosks all over the grounds where refreshments are served. There are family-friendly restaurants where one gets proper meals during the floral adventure.
- Location: Dubai Miracle Garden
- Weekend Hours: 9:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Brunch Offers in Dubai this Weekend
Mama Zonia Saturday Brunch
Take the trip to the Amazon with exotic dancers, live percussion and infectious energy. Enjoy table-side entertainment and bottle service, as well as feast on bold South American flavours. Live DJs turn upscale dining into an epic dance party all afternoon long.
- Day: Every Saturday
- Time: 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Pricing: Starts at AED 315 per person
Brunch & Bloom at Raffles The Palm
Be a part of royal beauty in a picturesque garden atmosphere of Le Jardin with global dishes at live cooking stations. There are live jazz artists who make a sophisticated atmosphere with the help of the rich tropical plants. The fact that it has dedicated children’s areas makes it one of the best outdoor restaurants in Dubai that offer luxury dining to families.
- Day: Every Saturday from October 4, 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Pricing: Starts at AED 395 per person
Fork and Cork at Crescendo
Fork and Cork at Crescendo on the Saturday feast at Anantara, tasting the world’s food served on different live cooking points, where one can find Asian dishes to the Mediterranean ones. Spacious, light dining areas have stunning resort grounds and child areas and child-friendly menus to encourage family-friendly, relaxed dining.
- Day: Every Saturday
- Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Pricing: Starts at AED 450 per person
Brunch It Like You Mean It at Saffron
The best party brunch in the city is offered by Experience Dubai, the biggest buffet in the city, with 220 dishes that are served in 20 live cooking stations. The energetic club sound is made by the top DJs and live performers at this party, which is adults only (21+) with unlimited international food and a contagious party spirit.
- Day: Every Saturday (Ages 21+ only)
- Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
- Pricing: Starts at AED 525 per person
The Social Brunch at City Social
Go up to the 70th floor to enjoy a culinary masterpiece by Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton with spectacular panoramic views. Enjoy expertly prepared dishes with unique flavouring combinations and live music, and high-end entertainment.
- Day: Every Saturday (Ages 21+ only)
- Time: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
- Pricing: Starts at AED 390 per person
Papas Brunch
Say Ciao to genuine Italian hospitality with unlimited sharing dishes of freshly-made pasta, wood-cooked pizza, fresh salads and traditional appetisers in the family-style setting. Enormous Aperol Spritz, live DJ music, and Dubai Marina are all elements that make up the ideal Saturday afternoon atmosphere.
- Day: Every Saturday
- Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
- Pricing: Starts at AED 375 per person
Brunch on 54 at Celia
Take your weekend to the next level with Michelin-approved food with international tastes and high-quality ingredients made on the 54th floor. Live music shows and colourful entertainment establish a high-class yet dynamic atmosphere as one watches the remarkable skyline of Dubai during the three-hour journey.
- Day: Every Saturday
- Time: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
- Pricing: Starts at AED 390 per person
Mall Activities in Dubai this Weekend
Bella Hadid x Ulta Beauty Pop-up
Get a one-day event only seen in Dubai when Bella Hadid brings her Orebella perfume collection to the city. Test interactive sampling and take photos, and win prizes that will be the January 2026 launch of Ulta Beauty. Live interview with Bella Hadid by Priti Malik.
- Date: Sunday, November 9, 2025
- Time: 3:30 PM
- Location: Fashion Dome, Mall of the Emirates
Wellness Yoga Session
Begin Saturday with a free, refreshing yoga session with Lululemon Power. Flow through 45-minute sequence on all levels, 10 minutes of very relaxing sound healing with singing bowls. The distinctive environment provided by Fashion Dome brings about an inspirational atmosphere.
- Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Time: 7:00 AM
- Location: Fashion Dome, Mall of the Emirates
- Entry: Free
IMAGINE Dubai Festival City
IMAGINE Dubai Festival City is a Guinness World Record showing of laser projections, water screens and lighting effects on a 180-meter waterfront. Stories are told with breathtaking images matched with catchy music, and one can also customise shows with special messages.
- Shows: Nightly after sunset
- Location: Dubai Festival City, Festival Bay
- Entry: Free
Outdoor & Adventure Activities in Dubai
Nemo WaterSports – Jet Ski, Parasailing & Flyboard
Explore the amazing city with stunning shoreline via jet skiing experience with a backdrop of Burj Al Arab, parasailing with a bird-eye view of the city or flyboarding with water jets, which will launch you above the waves. The activities all involve professional training, safety gear, and all levels of guidelines.
Events in Dubai this weekend
W Dubai x Capsule DXB presents Jo.Ke
Become a part of the electronic music production of a new generation with the mesmerising vocals of Berlin-based Jo.Ke, experimental soundscapes of the Iranian duo Madota and a strong house and disco mix of Mona Lee. The beach atmosphere, being open air and with a perfect ambience, takes you on a world tour with the genre-defying artists taking you across the musical borders.
- Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Time: 8:00 PM – 2:00 AM
- Location: W Dubai – Mina Seyahi
- Pricing: Starts at AED 175 per person
Dubai Stand Up Paddle (SUP)
Dubai Stand Up Paddle is a two-day event involving a water sports celebration in an escape to Hatta Dam, which is located in the Hajar Mountains. Get a free paddleboarding equipment, kayaking, and race against all levels. There will also be floating SUP board yoga (special sunset yoga).
- Dates: November 8-9, 2025
- Time: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
- Location: Hatta Dam
- Entry: Free
UNTOLD Dubai Festival
UNTOLD Dubai Festival – Explore the largest visionary in the Middle East with 100+ foreign performers on five themed stages. Dancing to J Balvin, Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, and Steve Aoki with amazing production, immersion, and the latest sound that changes Dubai Parks into a music epicentre.
- Dates: November 6-9, 2025
- Location: Dubai Parks & Resorts
- Pricing: Day Pass from $108, 4-Day Pass from $135, VIP from $378
Also read: UNTOLD Dubai 2025 – Lineup, ticket packages and more
Butterfly Carnival
Get down to the multicultural Butterfly Carnival celebration that brings together London, Notting Hill, Trinidad and Tobago and Rio into a celebration. Get to experience sound systems that shake the grounds, colourful parades, and acts across two mega stages with 30+ artists performing soca, samba, reggae, and Afrobeats music.
- Dates: November 8-9, 2025
- Time: 2:00 PM onwards
- Location: Dubai Media City Amphitheatre
Tabletop Gaming Convention – Middle East’s First
Tabletop Gaming Convention – Participate in the innovative board gaming festival in the region with 20+ tournaments, live D&D games, painting classes, and 250+ games. Visit 55 international exhibitors, 48 artists and 18 famous game designers at panels and workshops.
- Dates: November 7-9, 2025
- Location: The Concourse Convention Hall, Dubai Outlet Mall
- Hours: Saturday-Sunday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Nightlife in Dubai this Weekend
Toro Toro Dubai
At Toro Toro Dubai, you are going to have a real Brazilian churrascaria where professional gauchos roast quality meats at the table. Observe servers as they cut succulent picanha, juicy chicken and tender lamb right onto your plate. Eat it with exotic salads and speciality craft cocktails, and Mezcal, Pisco, and Tequila.
- Hours: Daily 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Phone: +971 4 317 6000
- Location: Toro Toro, Grosvenor House
KAS:ST at HIVE
KAS:ST at HIVE – Be in the presence of the exceptional combination of melodic techno, harder sounds, with cinematic and emotional narrative presented by Berlin-based KAS:ST. The warm-up is sponsored by DJ Jean B and DJ Hildee, whose act took place next to the breathtaking outdoor Meydan Grandstand in Soho Garden in Dubai.
- Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025
- Time: Doors open 10:00 PM
- Entry: Free for ladies and couples before 12:00 AM
Q’s Bar and Lounge
Q’s Bar and Lounge is the first bar of Enter Quincy Jones, which is the best live music bar in Dubai. Savour the artists selected by Versace in the designer space furnished with rich leather couches and perfect acoustics. Soulful performances with live bands.
- Days: Wednesday – Sunday
- Hours: 7:00 PM – 1:00 AM
- Minimum Spend: AED 200 (Wed-Thu), AED 300 (Fri-Sun)
- Age: 21+ only
When searching for things to do in Dubai this weekend, you’ll find that it ranges from free things to premium experiences. Don’t miss out on these incredible weekend fun – they showcase the best attractions and events that Dubai has to offer!
Happy weekend!
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