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 ever-evolving 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.
VISIT ALI CHA’ABAN X FLAVA LAB’S ART INSTALLATION
Spending the weekend in Dubai? Don’t miss the opportunity to experience ‘Kursi,’ an evocative art installation at 25hours Hotel. This stunning piece, created by renowned Lebanese artist Ali Cha’aban in collaboration with the innovative design house FLAVA Lab, captures the essence of the Middle East’s cultural evolution. The installation, featuring a striking 1.8-meter-high chair crafted from faux silver leather and PVC, is complemented by an impressive 8.5-meter carpet inspired by traditional Persian tapestries. This creative fusion invites viewers to reflect on their heritage and envision future innovations. Located in the lobby of the 25hours Hotel, ‘Kursi’ symbolizes a blend of tradition and modernity, making it a must-see for art enthusiasts.
CHALLENGE YOURSELF AT AN ESCAPE ROOM
On the hunt for unique and fun things to do in Dubai with your gang? Book yourself a session at Game Over Escape Rooms. Picture this: you and your friends are trapped in a room packed with riddles and clues that you need to decipher to make your way out before running out of time. Sounds like a whole lot of fun? Well, it is. Holding the title of the most enormous escape room in the UAE, Game Over offers thrilling themed experiences to visitors.
SUPPORT EMERGING REGIONAL CREATIVES
Head to ICD Brookfield for a weekend of creativity and exploration at Tasmeem. Kick off the weekend on June 28 with drop-in tours from 3 pm to 5 pm, offering unique insights into the exhibits, guided by Wafa AlFalahi. The following day, Saturday, June 29, immerse yourself in a thought-provoking conversation titled ‘Collective Memory’ at 3 pm. Christopher Joshua Benton and Wafa AlFalahi, alongside Tasmeem winners, will explore nostalgia as a driving force behind storytelling and visual artistry. At 4 pm, indulge your creative spirit with bookmark-making hosted by Glitches and Stitches, where you can embroider bookmarks inspired by regional folktales. Simultaneously, Oum Ceramicsinvites you to a ceramic tile-making workshop celebrating folklore and traditional craft. Don’t miss the vibrant Souq Tasmeem, a marketplace showcasing handcrafted designs, zines, posters, and more by young designers and creatives.
ENJOY A PARISIAN MORNING AT BISOU
Looking to elevate your weekend mornings in Dubai? Bisou, nestled in the heart of the city, offers a breakfast experience that’s as sumptuous as it is diverse. Headed by Chef Vladimir Chistyakov and Chef Alexander Loshinin, Bisou’s breakfast menu boasts a tantalizing array of options to kick-start your day. Indulge in their signature ‘Bisou Breakfast,’ a savory ensemble featuring beef mortadella, fried eggs, tomatoes, olives, hummus, Gruyere cheese, and flatbread, topped with greens and pistachio sauce. For a touch of luxury, try the Croque Madame with duck and truffle, or savor the Brioche adorned with salmon, caviar, avocado, tomatoes, spinach, and a poached egg in béarnaise sauce. Health-conscious diners will appreciate the ‘Bisou Green Breakfast,’ featuring quinoa, poached eggs, broccolini, asparagus, cucumber, zucchini, and greens. Sweet options include French toast with berries and boiled condensed milk sauce, mini cottage cheese Syrniki with whipped cream and strawberries, or a refreshing granola with fruits.
TAKE PART IN A JEWELRY-MAKING WORKSHOP
Charm necklaces are one of the biggest trends this summer. While you could always hit the nearest mall to purchase one, what’s even better is that this weekend, you could make one for yourself instead. Kulture House is hosting a unique charm necklace-making workshop this Sunday. Running from 2 pm to 4 pm, head to Kulture House to enjoy a delicious all-day breakfast and beverages as you flex your creative muscles.
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