Dubai nightlife just shifted at Bla Bla in JBR.
The venue now runs under new ownership, with Vision Hospitality, the group behind McGettigan’s, taking control of the space at The Beach, JBR. The name now reads Bla Bla by McGettigan’s, and the update is already visible through ongoing events and offers on site.
The location remains the same. The concept remains. The difference sits with who now runs one of JBR’s most recognized venues.
McGettigan’s Parent Company Takes Over Bla Bla
Vision Hospitality, led by Dennis McGettigan, has taken over Bla Bla Dubai, placing the venue under the same group behind the McGettigan’s brand.
Bla Bla has been known for its large-scale setup since opening, with a mix of beach club access, dining spaces, rooftop bars, and its nightclub area known as The Tent. The venue has drawn millions of visits and remains one of the most visible destinations along JBR.
With the acquisition confirmed, the venue now carries the name Bla Bla by McGettigan’s, keeping its layout and core experience while shifting management.
The Full Venue Experience Stays In Place
The venue continues with its existing format.
Guests still have access to the beach club during the day, alongside restaurant dining, rooftop bars, and late-night events. The Tent remains active as part of the nightlife setup, known for DJ programming and large event nights.
The structure of the venue stays familiar for regular visitors, with no major layout changes announced.
Events And Offers Are Already Rolling Out
The shift is already visible through activity on site.
Events and offers have started appearing under the new name, including BrunchFest, a beach and pool brunch featuring DJs and an afterparty. This points toward a stronger focus on scheduled events and recurring offers tied to the venue.
This approach matches the wider McGettigan’s portfolio, where brunches, themed nights, and live entertainment play a central role in the weekly calendar.
What This Means For Dubai’s Nightlife Scene
This places Vision Hospitality in control of one of the largest venues along JBR.
Bla Bla already held a strong position with its mix of beach access, dining, and nightlife in one location. With McGettigan’s now managing the space, the venue continues under a familiar format with a clearer push toward events and offers.
The name has changed. The experience remains. The activity on site is already picking up under the new direction.
Bla Bla is still here, now under a different name and operator.
With McGettigan’s behind the venue, Bla Bla by McGettigan’s continues as a major destination at JBR for beach days, dining, and nightlife, now paired with ongoing events and offers already visible on site.
For anyone planning their next outing, this is one to check again.
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