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Dubai Weekend Guide: Enjoy The Taste Of Dubai & So Much More This Weekend!
February kicked off with the buzzing news about Netflix dropping Desi Bling, and if you’re wondering why everyone seems to be flocking to Dubai, well, here’s your answer:
How can they not?
Dubai is always on the move, sometimes keeping up can feel like a sport. There’s all kinds of glam and calm happening, and ESPECIALLY during the weekends. But lucky for you, every week we give you a heads up on the top best events to catch in town.
And here are your 11 best bets to watch out for this weekend in Dubai:
12. RUN FOR A CAUSE THIS SUNDAY!
The Cancer Run 2026 presented by Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi is taking over Dubai Festival City this Saturday, February 7 2026, bringing the community together to move, support, and spread awareness about the many types of cancer. Whether you’re running for yourself, a loved one, or simply to show solidarity, this is one event that truly runs on heart! ❤️
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The Important Bits
🗓️Saturday, 7 February 2026
📍Dubai Festival City, Dubai
More deets on run categories & registrations here! 🙌
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11. Sharjah’s getting lit this weekend
As night falls, Sharjah’s most iconic landmarks will be transforming into glowing works of art.
The Sharjah Light Festival returns with stunning projection mapping, immersive visuals and music, illuminating mosques, heritage buildings and cultural sites across the emirate. Each display blends modern creativity with Emirati heritage, turning familiar spaces into an open-air art gallery after dark.
Oh and the best part? It’s completely free to enjoy. Discover Sharjah in a whole new light at the Sharjah Light Festival.
Deets:
When: February 5 to 23
Where: Various locations across Sharjah
More info: sharjahlightfestival.ae
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10. Relaxing yoga sessions…from the underwater
Stretch, breathe, and find your flow… underwater.
The relaunched Lost World Aquarium has brought back its underwater yoga sessions, and yes, that means doing your stretching surrounded by 65,000 marine animals. It’s as zen as it sounds.
Open to all levels, the class focuses on improving strength, flexibility, and balance through a calming sequence of yoga poses, breathing exercises, and guided relaxation. Practising right in front of the aquarium’s massive viewing windows, the experience is designed to help you slow down, tune out the noise, and start your day on a peaceful note.
Deets:
When: Saturday & Sunday, 8am–9am
Where: Lost World Aquarium, Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah
Cost: AED 275
Bookings: booking.adventureworld.com | 04 426 2666
9. Play, Dine, and Save: WIKIT Announces Exclusive Promotions at Emirates Golf
A 30-minute power play that’s fast, action-packed, and everything fun.
WIKIT brings you Dubai’s ultimate AR cricket experience with a 30-minute thrill that delivers instant energy and nonstop action. Step into tech-powered pitches where real batting meets virtual bowlers, live scoring, and instant replays. No gear, no fuss, no experience needed, just swing and beat your best score.
Perfect for beginners, pros, and everyone in between.
When: Daily from 12 pm – 12 am
Price: 30-minute gameplays start from AED 50 (off-peak) and from AED 75 (peak)
Book: visit www.dubaigolf.com/wikit, call +971 (0)4 371 9950, or email info@wikit.ae
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8. IKKA brings Paris-based Saudi artist’s Reem Ali art to Dubai
IKKA is breaking the rules again.
This February, the Jumeirah rooftop restaurant doubles as a gallery for the debut of On Practicing Recovery, the Dubai debut of Paris-based Saudi artist Reem Ali. From February 4–28, guests can experience this intimate, reflective exhibition while enjoying IKKA’s Peruvian–Japanese dining, cocktails, and rooftop vibes.
Ali’s work explores recovery as a non-linear, ongoing process shaped by memory, domestic space, and women’s inner lives. Her collab with IKKA would truly mark a MOMENT
Also reminder: They remain Dubai’s only restaurant with a permanent, rotating in-house art gallery, debuting works before they hit the gallery circuit. So be ready to discover art amidst food, music, and conversation.
A special, shared gallery experience.
Deets:
When: 4–28 February 2026, 4:00 PM–1:00 AM
Where: IKKA, Hyatt Centric Jumeirah Dubai
Reservations: +971 43 021 275
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7. Luciano’s bringing the beats to Baoli Dubai
February nights at Bâoli Dubai are heating up with the return of legendary DJ and producer Luciano, landing at the DIFC hotspot this Friday, February 6th. Known for his genre-defining sound and global club legacy, Luciano’s late-night set promises a high-energy session that’ll keep the dance floor moving well past midnight.
Alongside the nightlife programming, guests can also expect daytime experiences across the Pool & Beach, plus special offerings at the restaurant – making it a full day-to-night destination.
Deets:
Where: Bâoli Dubai
Luciano: Friday, 6 February | 12am–2am
Hoax (BE): Friday, 13 February | 12am–2am
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6. Run a marathon between Dubai’s two iconic landmarks
The Burj2Burj half-marathon is back, giving runners the chance to take on a 21.1km route that connects the Burj Khalifa and the Burj Al Arab in one epic race.
Designed for runners aged 16 and above, the course starts at Emirates Towers, winds its way through the city, and heads towards the coast before finishing at Sunset Beach.
It’s a challenge with the vibes, so enjoy that iconic skyline views with sea air, while marking your steps for the day.
Deets:
When: Sunday, February 8th, 6.30am
Where: Starts at Emirates Towers, finishes at Sunset Beach
More info: burj2burj.com
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5. Drop a visit to the Quiz Room Dubai
You think you’ve got all the answers? Well, put it to test.
Quiz Room turns quizzes into a full-on, real-life game show packed with lights, buzzers, smoke, strategy, and laughs.
Perfect for families, friends, colleagues, and anyone up for a fun challenge. Teams need a minimum of 3 players, so gather your squad and get ready to play.
From classic trivia to the Mole game of bluffing and strategy + music quizzes + kid-friendly challenges – every round is different, interactive, and full of surprises.
Deets:
When: Sunday–Thursday 9:30am–Midnight, Friday–Saturday 9:30am–2am
Where: Quiz Room Dubai
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4. Flashback to the 80s & 90s at REW!ND Fest DXB
Dubai’s ultimate retro music festival is back for 2026, bringing all the 80s and 90s vibes you love to Bla Bla Dubai.
The lineup includes iconic artists – Marc Almond, Nik Kershaw, Soul II Soul, Heaven 17, Go West, Jason Donovan, and more, delivering a full day of non-stop retro hits.
THIS is the real deal with live performances – making it one of the UAE’s longest-running festivals of its kind.
Deets:
When: Saturday, 7 February 2026, from 12pm onwards
Where: Bla Bla Dubai
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3. Dubai Opera gets WICKED
Not a musical opera person? Well this one might just change your mind on that.
Get ready to experience one of the most celebrated musicals of all time, live on stage. Co-presented by Dubai Opera and Broadway Entertainment Group, WICKED brings its spellbinding story, show-stopping music, and spectacular production to Dubai.
Long before Dorothy arrives in Oz, two very different young women cross paths. Glinda is admired, ambitious, and effortlessly popular, while Elphaba is brilliant, misunderstood, and marked by her emerald-green skin. What begins as an unexpected friendship soon evolves into a powerful rivalry that shapes their destinies as Glinda the Good and the Wicked Witch of the West.
A true global phenomenon, WICKED has captivated over 65 million theatregoers across 130+ cities in 16 countries. So safe to say, you can walk in expecting breathtaking sets, more than 350 dazzling costumes, and unforgettable musical numbers including Defying Gravity, Popular, and For Good.
Deets:
When: Until February 15
Where: Dubai Opera
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2. Biswa Kalyan Rath is coming live in Dubai
Comedy fans, Biswa Kalyan Rath is back with his signature razor-sharp wit, taking the stage in Dubai for an unforgettable night of laughs. Don’t miss him in action as he brings his hilarious observations to life in front of the live audience. Book awayyy fellas!
Deets:
When: Saturday, 7 February 2026, 6pm & 9pm
Where: Dubai College Auditorium, Dubai
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1. A global feast awaits you at the Taste of Dubai
Foodies, get ready! Taste of Dubai is back for three days of culinary bliss.
Munch on to sample bites from some of the city’s top restaurants, watch celebrity chefs in action, and join interactive masterclasses to up your kitchen game. Add along some live music, pop-up bars, and a buzzing festival vibe, and you’ve got a flavorfully fun weekend.
Deets:
When: February 6 to 8
Where: Dubai Media City Amphitheatre
More info: tasteofdubaifestival.co
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BONUS: Lucky Voice brought the Ultimate Frat Party to Dubai
Ladies and gentlemen, class is officially dismissed. But not the party.
Lucky Voice is turning back the clock with Frat Party, a high-energy throwback night inspired by late-night dorm chaos, epic hangouts, and zero rules.
Step back into the chaos of late-night dorm life with a high-energy throwback night featuring unlimited food and drinks packages, interactive stations, playful brew games, themed props, and the kind of unpredictability only Lucky Voice can deliver.
Deets!
Date: Friday, January 30th
Time: 7 PM onwards
Location: Lucky Voice Dubai
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