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.
RETAIL THERAPY AT THE CURATED PLAYLIST POP-UP
Clear your weekend plans — The Curated Playlist Pop-Up is back, taking over Area 57 at Al Khayat Avenue, Al Quoz from October 10 to 12. This Family Edition promises the perfect mix of shopping, bites, and beats, with a line-up of regional and international brands set against Dubai’s favourite creative backdrop. Come for the fashion, stay for the food, and soak up the effortlessly cool vibe that makes this pop-up a weekend essential for the whole crew.
PILATES, BUT ON A YACHT
If your idea of self-care involves endorphins and ocean views, Glow Deck’s Pink Party Pilates is calling your name. Picture this: the sun dipping over Dubai Marina, a soft pink sky, and you flowing through Pilates on a yacht surrounded by like-minded wellness enthusiasts. Yes, you can actually do a pilates class on a yacht in Dubai. Whether you go solo or bring your crew, Glow Deck turns fitness into a floating experience.
VISIT DUBAI’S NEW INDOOR THEME PARK
Step inside Black Bunny and prepare to leave reality at the door. Dubai’s newest entertainment hub is where grown-ups rediscover their inner child and kids rule the leaderboard. It’s a neon-charged playground where arcade battles, trampoline flips, and sleek bowling lanes collide in one thrilling space. Designed for every kind of player, Black Bunny turns an ordinary outing into an all-out experience. Whether you’re celebrating, competing, or just chasing that high-score rush, Black Bunny is where you need to be this weekend.
STOP BY AT THE FERRAGAMO POP-UP
Make a stop at The Meld this weekend, where Ferragamo is hosting an exclusive pop-up on October 11 and 12. It’s your chance to step inside the world of the Italian fashion house and preview the Fall/Winter 2025 collection up close. Think elevated style, rich textures, and statement pieces. It is the perfect weekend outing for anyone with fashion on their agenda.
TRY AN AMERICAN DINER
If your weekend mood is equal parts “hungry” and “ready to party,” Rodeo Drive at Ibn Battuta Gate might just be your new hangout. Think of it as Texas meets Tulum — 14,000 square feet of neon-lit chaos, smoky grills, and unapologetically fun vibes. Head Chef Walter Melo fires up the heart of the place — quite literally — with flame-grilled ribeye, chipotle-glazed short ribs, and tacos that will leave you wanting more. Between bites, you can challenge your friends to darts or bull rides. Designed with six immersive zones, from a Wild West grill to a mobster-style man cave, Rodeo Drive is less of a restaurant and more of an all-American playground for grown-ups (with a kids’ corner that earns serious parent points).
ALSO READ: SWAY AND SLAY WITH BURO’S PLAYLIST, THIS WEEK CURATED BY ROY EL KHOURI.
