Get ready for a week bursting with things to do in Dubai — whether you're hunting dining deals, craving a luxury escape, exploring new art, or looking for family fun. Here are 12 top picks to fill your calendar right now.
1. Paint in the Dark at Alliance Francaise Dubai
Swap the usual canvas for a neon-lit experience. Neon Brush is hosting glow-in-the-dark painting sessions on Aug 17–18 at Alliance Francaise Dubai. No artistic experience needed — just bring your enthusiasm. Tickets are Dhs160 per person.
2. Dhs59 Mexican Lunch at Holiday Inn Business Bay
La Plancha Terraza Mexicana is running a summer promotion that slashes its three-course menu from Dhs99 to just Dhs59. Available daily from noon to 5pm at Holiday Inn Business Bay — ideal for a budget-friendly midweek meal.
3. Royal Day Daycation at One&Only Royal Mirage
This is the headline daycation of the week. The Royal Day package at One&Only Royal Mirage includes 12 hours of resort access, a full breakfast, pool and beach use, and a 60-minute spa treatment. Priced at Dhs590 on weekdays and Dhs690 on weekends, the offer runs until Sept 15. A genuine luxury escape without the overnight price tag.
4. Jog 5K at Dragon Mart 2
Lace up for a morning run. The 5K event at Dragon Mart 2 on Aug 17 starts at 6:45am with entry from Dhs60. There's a raffle on the day, making it a social event as much as a fitness one.
5. Business Lunch at Estiatorio Milos, Atlantis The Royal
Greek fine dining doesn't have to break the bank. Estiatorio Milos at Atlantis The Royal on Palm Jumeirah offers a three-course business lunch for under Dhs200, available Monday to Thursday noon–4pm and Friday to Sunday noon–1am. One of the better-value luxury lunches in the city right now.
6. Arab World Art Exhibition at Kutubna Cultural Centre
A major new art show opens at Kutubna Cultural Centre on Aug 17, featuring works from the Arab world spanning 1916 to the present day. Open daily 10am–10pm — a cultural must-see this week.
7. Saturday Lunch at The Guild, DIFC
Looking for a leisurely weekend lunch with live music? The Guild at ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC offers a three-course Saturday lunch for Dhs250 per person, every Saturday from noon to 4pm.
8. Cinema Akil Classic at Alserkal Avenue
Cinema Akil at Alserkal Avenue is screening the beloved 1994 British romantic comedy Four Weddings and a Funeral on Aug 11 at 7:45pm. Tickets are Dhs52.50 — a great excuse for a date night or a nostalgic rewatch.
9. Hops Club at Time Out Market, Souk Al Bahar
Beer enthusiasts, this one's for you. The Hops Club session at Time Out Market (Souk Al Bahar) on Aug 18, 4pm–6pm, includes a master brewer session and a Dhs99 meal voucher for Dhs199 per person.
10. L'ETO Café Family Menu — Kids Eat Free
L'ETO Café has launched a new family menu running Aug 14 to Sept 30 across its Dubai locations. Children under 12 eat free (one juice and cookie) — useful for parents looking for a hassle-free summer lunch spot.
11. Mofun Studios Craft Workshops in Jumeirah
Mofun Studios in Jumeirah offers drop-in arts and crafts sessions — painting, beading, and sewing — Tuesday to Sunday from 11am to 8pm. Perfect for families or anyone wanting a creative afternoon this week.
12. IMG Worlds of Adventure 8th Anniversary
The UAE's mega-indoor theme park is celebrating eight years with special shows, character meet-and-greets, and anniversary entertainment throughout the week. Standard admission is Dhs365 at the City of Arabia complex.
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Plan your week and make the most of what Dubai has on offer — from Dhs59 lunches to Dhs590 spa daycations, there's something here for every budget.
