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.
YOGA WITH HORSES
If you’re looking for calming, feel-good things to do in Dubai this weekend, this outdoor wellness session is a perfect reset. The experience pairs gentle movement, sound healing, and the quiet presence of horses at Crystalline Equine, offering a peaceful escape from the city. It’s all about slowing down, breathing deeper, and reconnecting with nature in a setting that feels worlds away from daily routines.
VISIT AN ART EXHIBITION
Among all the different things to do in Dubai this weekend, a visit to CRACK, the Middle East debut of Werner Bronkhorst, is a must. Showing at Concrete Alserkal Avenue from January 16–18, the exhibition unfolds across four immersive rooms exploring landscapes under pressure through textured surfaces and muted tones. It’s a thoughtful, visually layered experience best enjoyed at an unhurried pace.
A DELICIOUS MEAL AT MAISON MER
Food lovers need to book a table at Maison Mer, the newest concept from Nikki Beach Hospitality Group. Inspired by Provençal seaside living, the space blends relaxed elegance with Gulf views, vaulted ceilings, and hand-tiled tables. Expect to enjoy the vibrant flavors of southern France, making it ideal for a long, indulgent meal by the water.
HAVE BALL AT TODA
For something a little different, add this to your list of elegant things to do in Dubai this weekend. A Viennese Ball–inspired concert by the UAE Philharmonic Orchestra brings waltzes, polkas, and Strauss classics to life in a one-hour performance filled with theatrical flair, masks, and old-world charm. Dress up, embrace the mood, and enjoy a night that feels refreshingly transportive.
DUBAI RACING CARNIVAL
No roundup of things to do in Dubai this weekend feels complete without a night at Meydan Racecourse, where the Dubai Racing Carnival is in full swing. Arrive early for dinner, take in the electric atmosphere, and catch feature races like the G2 Cape Verdi Stakes. Whether you’re there for the racing or the social buzz, it’s a classic Dubai Friday night done right.
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