Tired of Googling “Things to do in Dubai” every weekend, only to mindlessly scroll through overwhelming options before surrendering to your faithful bed and Netflix? We’ve been there; matching the pace with Dubai’s eternally expanding dining scene, art exhibits, weekend brunches, and outdoor adventures can be daunting. Keen on making your weekends more exciting?
Discover Buro’s Weekend Playbook, your secret decoder, to unlock the very best Dubai has to offer.
SWEET ESCAPISM AT ALICA BAKERY
If your weekend mood is dessert and dewy skin, the Summer Fridays x Alica Bakery pop-up is the place to be. Running until November 9, the collab brings a taste of California to Dubai with sun-inspired desserts and the brand’s cult-favorite skincare essentials. Grab a latte, something sweet, and a skincare treat.
A MORNING ABOVE THE CLOUDS
For a wellness moment that’s literally uplifting, head to The Dubai Balloon for Yoga, Sip & Fly as part of the Dubai Fitness Challenge. The morning begins with beachside yoga and sound healing before you ascend for a 360-degree view of Palm Jumeirah and the skyline beyond. Add in a refreshing post-session sip and you’ve got the perfect mix of movement, mindfulness, and magic, all before breakfast.
A MARIE ANTOINETTE TEA PARTY BY MANOLO BLAHNIK
Swap your regular coffee catch-up for something infinitely chicer at The Lana, where Manolo Blahnik’s Marie Antoinette Afternoon Tea turns indulgence into an elegant affair. Served in The Gallery, the experience pairs exquisite pastries by Chef Angelo Musa with the designer’s unmistakable sense of opulence. Think rose religieuses, truffled bites, and warm scones fit for royalty—it’s the kind of tea party even Marie Antoinette would RSVP “yes” to.
SUN, SEA, AND SOUND AT BUNGALO34
If you’re craving a day that feels like a quick trip to the Riviera, make your way to Bungalo34 this Saturday for Le Soleil. The beloved beach brunch returns for one day only on November 8, taking over Pearl Jumeira Island with oysters on ice, Mediterranean dishes, and Mykonos beats by DJ Chris Fild. It’s sunshine, seafood, and seaside energy all rolled into one unforgettable afternoon that effortlessly drifts into night.
DRESS UP FOR A NIGHT AT THE OPERA
End your weekend on a glamorous note at the Dubai Opera Ball on November 8, an evening of culture, music, and pure grandeur. Expect world-class performances by soprano Olga Peretyatko, bass-baritone Erwin Schrott, and stars of the Bolshoi Ballet, all set to the sweeping sounds of the Vienna Strauss Festival Orchestra. It’s your excuse to dress up and experience a night where elegance truly takes center stage.
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