It's party time in Dubai and this weekend — October 18 to 20 — delivers one of the strongest lineups of the year. Seven major events span Palm West Beach, Soho Garden Meydan, FIVE Palm Jumeirah, and Expo City Arena, covering everything from GITEX GLOBAL's closing concert to a brand-new beach-season opener.
1. Eric Prydz HOLO at Expo City Arena (Friday, October 18)
Swedish DJ and producer Eric Prydz closes out GITEX GLOBAL 2024 with the Middle East debut of his legendary HOLO show at Expo City Arena. The concert merges live electronic music with jaw-dropping 3D holographic projections in an AV spectacle that has sold out arenas worldwide. An expected crowd of 18,000 will fill the venue from 7:30pm. Tickets start at Dhs175.
2. Kaz James at Surf Club (Saturday, October 19)
Vagabond Saturdays return to Surf Club on Palm West Beach with Australian DJ Kaz James behind the decks. If you're after a high-energy beach rave with a quality selector, this is the one.
3. Jamie Jones at Hive, Soho Garden Meydan (Saturday, October 19)
Welsh DJ Jamie Jones brings his trademark tough electronic sound to Hive at Soho Garden Meydan on Saturday October 19 — a non-stop dance session from a true Fabric and DC10 resident. Discounted entry is available for ladies, valid until 12:30am.
4. Peace Control and Auguste at Kyma (Saturday, October 19)
Kyma beach on Palm West Beach hosts its AWAKEN monthly event on Saturday October 19, featuring DJ duo Peace Control alongside Auguste. The party kicks off at 11am and runs through sunset, blending a laid-back beach day with a proper evening dance session.
5. Hugel at BCH, W Dubai – The Palm (Saturday, October 19)
DJ Hugel — best known for his floor-filling Latin banger Morenita — takes over BCH at W Dubai – The Palm on Saturday October 19. Expect a set packed with Latin music and high-tempo pop. Tickets start at Dhs300.
6. Richy Ahmed at Bohemia, FIVE Palm Jumeirah (Saturday, October 19)
The Bohemia beach festival returns to FIVE Palm Jumeirah on Saturday October 19, with DJ Richy Ahmed on the decks from 5pm onwards. Tickets are Dhs150 for ladies and Dhs250 for gents.
7. Mambo Brothers at White Beach, Atlantis The Palm (Sunday, October 20)
Atlantis The Palm kicks off the White Beach winter season with the Mambo Brothers on Sunday October 20 from 1pm. The Ibiza duo headline the venue's new weekly Solstice Sunday party. Sunbeds are available from Dhs250.
