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.
CATCH AN ANIME SCREENING AT CINEMA AKIL
If you’re craving something a little different this weekend, skip the blockbusters and head to Alserkal Avenue, where Cinema Akil is bringing back Anime Season. Running until October 29, the indie cinema’s annual celebration of Japanese animation spotlights the women who defined its most powerful stories. Expect Studio Ghibli favorites like Kiki’s Delivery Service and Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, alongside poetic masterpieces such as The Girl Who Leapt Through Time and The Tale of Princess Kaguya. It’s a lineup that tugs at the heart, stirs the imagination, and might just leave you staring thoughtfully out the window afterward. Grab a popcorn because this is one screening series you’ll actually want to clear your weekend for.
TREAT YOURSELF TO A GREEK MEAL AT GAIA
If the week has felt like a sprint, Gaia offers the perfect excuse to slow down. The Greek-Mediterranean favorite has introduced a new weekend rhythm that stretches from 12:30 pm till 4:30 pm, inviting guests to linger over long lunches. The vibe is pure coastal ease—think shared plates of fresh seafood, refreshing salads, pastas that will leave you wanting more, and the kind of laughter that comes only after a good meal. With its signature à la carte menu served through the day, Gaia turns Saturdays and Sundays into an ode to unhurried living, where time bends gently around good food, great company, and the simple joy of staying a little longer.
EXPERIENCE THE WHIND x SOMEWHERE POP-UP
This weekend, beauty meets dessert at Somewhere as Whind teams up with the creative dining spot for a rose-infused pop-up that feels straight out of a Moroccan daydream. Inspired by Whind’s new rose collection, ‘Medina Dew‘ and ‘Medina Drench‘, the collaboration brings the brand’s signature sun-kissed sensoriality to the plate with an exclusive rose gelato topped with crunchy kunafa, crushed pistachios, raha, and delicate petals. Guests can sample Whind’s new skincare while savoring the dessert, turning a simple afternoon treat into a full-body experience of scent, taste, and texture. Running at Somewhere in Galleria Mall until November 6, it’s the sweetest way to end the week.
GET A HAIR MAKEOVER AT DYSON’S BEAUTY LAB EXPERIENCE
This weekend, step into Dyson’s Pinktober Beauty Lab—a space reimagined in soft pink hues to honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As a part of the experience, guests can book complimentary hair styling sessions that include a gentle hair and scalp wash, expert styling with Dyson’s Ceramic Pink tools, and dedicated care for cancer survivors, including wig styling. It’s a thoughtful blend of innovation and compassion, turning the act of getting your hair done into a quiet moment of empowerment and self-care.
A UNIQUE SOUND HEALING EXPERIENCE
If your weekend goal is to truly unplug, Soulside Wellness might just be your sanctuary. Tucked away from the city buzz, this calm corner introduces Dubai’s first cocoon-style sound healing class that feels like floating through serenity. Picture yourself swaying in a silk hammock as soothing frequencies ripple through the air, melting away every trace of tension. Beyond that, Soulside offers reformer pilates, yoga, salt room sessions, and one-on-one healing therapies, making it the perfect spot to reset your energy and find a moment of stillness before Monday comes calling.
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