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.
A BEACH DAY WITH BENEFIT COSMETICS
If you’re looking to soak up the sun and your serotonin this weekend, head straight to The Club at West Palm Beach, where Benefit Cosmetics has teamed up with The 305 Beach Club for a takeover that’s equal parts beauty and beachside bliss. Think pink—from the décor to the curated “Friends with Benefit” package that includes dreamy treats, a limited-edition menu, and surprise goodies to take home. You’ll also find pop-up makeup stations featuring Benefit’s brand-new ‘Summer Of Color’ collection, with glam touch-ups and mini makeovers to keep you glowing. It’s fun, it’s playful, and it’s where your weekend starts looking a lot prettier.
A FAMILY DAY AT MAGIC PLANET
If the Dubai heat has you running for cover, Magic Planet is your go-to indoor escape this weekend. From June 6 to 8, head to City Centre Deira for free live magic shows, bubble shows, and face painting that’ll keep both kids and grownups entertained (don’t pretend you’re not excited about the bubbles). And if you’re feeling extra competitive, the Eid packages are hard to beat—spend AED 350 or AED 550 and get up to 50% more in Bonus Points to play your waythrough arcade games, simulators, and rides.
TRY KOKORO’S LIMITED-EDITION MENU
If your weekend plans include sushi (and they should), make your way to Kokoro. The cult-favorite handroll bar is dropping The Greatest Hits Vol. 1, a limited-edition 10-course menu featuring fan-selected legends from their Instagram community. Available at both Alserkal Avenue and The Square by NAS for AED 490 per person.
WATCH THE SKY LIGHT UP
If your weekend plans need a bit of sparkle, Riverland at Dubai Parks and Resorts has you covered. On June 5 and 6, catch back-to-back laser shows lighting up the evening (at 7:30 pm, 8:20 pm, and 9:30 pm), with a massive Eid fireworks finale at 9 pm. Pro tip: get there early to beat the traffic and reserve yourself a good spot.
ESCAPE INTO A RAINFOREST AT GREENPLANET
If you’re skipping the airport chaos this long weekend but still craving a getaway, The Green Planet has just the thing. Their overnight Camping in the Rainforest experience turns Dubai’s indoor biodome into a moonlit adventure, with torch-lit treks, animal encounters, and themed storytelling under the Kapok tree. From spotting nocturnal creatures to scavenger hunts and buffet dinners in the jungle (yes, really), it’s the kind of escape that feels worlds away without ever leaving the city. Nature lovers, your tropical sleepover awaits.
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