The weekend is close and that means two beautiful days to do WHATEVER you want.

So whether you want to Neflix and chilllllllla or get off the couch and be the most extra you can be (on the Lovin Dubai Cruise, obvs) there’s PLENTY to keep you entertained this week.

Here are seven things happening this weekend you may not have heard of…

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1. The Lovin Dubai Cruise sets sail EVERY Saturday

Oh yaaaaas, it’s back and it’s ALL SEASON LONG.

Enjoy four hours aboard the Lotus Mega Yacht, complete with drinks, food, music, swimming, dancing AND a cinema room. Every Saturday, from 1pm to 5pm, depart the Dubai Marina’s Pier 7 and dance the afternoon away in style on board the world’s largest commercial yacht.

When? Every Saturday

Tickets start from AED199

Click here for everything you need to know

2. Marina Home is having a HUGE warehouse sale

This is the DREAM for interior luvaas. Marina Home is an incredible home wear store and it’s having a big warehouse sale starting October Thursday, October 25 and it’s running for 10 days!

From from 10am to 8am daily, get there early to nab the best deals!

Where? Marina Retail Corporation Head office/Warehouse in Jebel Ali.

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3. Dubai Fitness Challenge is kicking off

YES!

The city wide fitness challenge begins on Friday, October 26 and there is SO much going on.

This year there’ll be five themed villages running for 26 days and a total of 3,000 classes and 40 fitness events including Dubai International Triathlon, The Color Run and Yogafest (more info here) taking place throughout the month….try to keep up!

Learn more about the themed villages here

4. Core Beats is back: Free beach yoga and fitness concert at Club Vista Mara

The hugely popular Core Beats is back. Dust off your kit for a super-fun beach yoga class where hundreds of attendees rock up to finish off Saturday in zen style.

Bring a personal yoga mat or beach towel, and a water bottle to the workout sessions.

You can register for the event through Facebook event pages: Yoga Beats – R&B Inspired Flow and Fitness Beats – DXB’S Greatest HIITS.

When? Saturday, October 27

5. Check out the 7 Fusion Brunch at Pergolas

If an open terrace, FAB views of Downtown and a total culinary feast focusing on seven major foodie destinations takes your fancy; this is your jam. Take yourself to the Roda Al Murooj for an incredible variety of eats, brilliant atmosphere and family-friendly brunch. Prices from AED249 with soft drinks. Happy brunching!

Where? Pergolas

When? Fridays, 12.30pm – 4pm

Call +971 4 321 1111 to book

Info here

6. Foodies: Get yourself down to the BiCE Grill Fest

This is a six-day grill event that takes place in BiCE Gardens and if you love meat, you’ll love this! If you’re not bothered fire up the BBQ at home, this is hands down the next best thing with a wide selection of sizzling, smoky meats fresh off the grill available. The weather is crying out for outdoor events like this one!

When? October 23 – 28 from 7pm

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8. Ibiza Global Radio and Siddhartha Lounge have teamed up for a season of parties

The beautiful Grosvenor House bar has teamed up with Ibiza Global Radio for a season of parties. This is the first of five, that run on the last Thursday of every month. Think electro sounds and stunning Marina views.

Doors open 5pm. Call 04 317 6000 or visit siddhartalounge.com for more information

When? Thursday, October 25