It is late in the month of January and February is coming in with a bang. Dubai is a city that has unlimited choices with regard to a memorable weekend, regardless of whether you are pursuing culture, food, entertainment, or outdoor fun. Starting with thrilling brunches, live concerts, fitness contests, and legendary musicals, the following are the things to do this weekend in dubai that will make the days and nights memorable.
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Catch a Fireworks Display
Hag Al Laila is celebrated in Global Village with great performances of fireworks. On Saturday evening, watch pyrotechnics light up the sky and on Sunday evening, watch a special Hag Al Laila-themed drone show.
- Point: Global Village, Dubailand.
- Time: Sat Jan 31, 9pm (fireworks), Sun Feb 1, 9.05 pm (drone show).
- Entry: Dhs25
- Phone: 04 362 4114
Check Out Sikka Design Festival
Sikka Art and Design Festival is back to Al Shindagha that includes artworks of Emirati and GCC artists, music, workshops, and panel discussions. A must for culture lovers.
- Position: Al Shindagha Historic Neighbourhood.
- Timing: Fri Jan 23 – Sun Feb 1
Dance at a New Sunset Party
FEVAA organizes a sunset party at O Beach including live performances with Scottie B and DJ Crown Prince, dishes with the local flavor, and open bar.
- Place: Al Habtoor Grand Resort, Dubai Marina.
- Timing: Sun, 5pm-late
- Price: From Dhs200
- Phone: 055 640 6668
Dig Into a Brand-New Brunch
DIFC brunch Restaurant, Gloria Osteria, serves Italian-style brunch (burrata, giant wheels of cheeses, table theatrics). Soft drinks, house and bubbly are all available.
- Location: DIFC, Dubai
- Timing: Sat, noon-4pm
- Price: Dhs400 (soft drinks), Dhs550 (house beverages), Dhs800 (bubbly)
- Phone: 052 576 7412
Live Show with Eugen Khmara
See two grand pianos played by watch double pianist Eugen Khmara at The Fridge, in unbelievable melodies and dynamic compositions.
- Address: Al Serkal Avenue, Al Quoz.
- Timing: Sat Jan 31, from 7pm
- Price: Dhs150
Groove in a Mushroom Coffee Party
Innermost will also have one day coffee party at KARVE Pilates Studio using their Rise Blend coffee and house beats, which are perfect among wellness enthusiasts.
- Place: Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz.
- Timing: Sat Jan 31, from 11am
- Entry Free at registration.
Laugh Out Loud at a Comedy Show
Mina Liccione acts on stage in Adaline along with comedy acts and music by Laura Rudche and it provides the one-night entertainment and humor.
- Location: DIFC, Dubai
- Timing: Sun Feb 1, 7.30pm-10pm
- Entry: Free
- Phone: 04 498 6200
Sign Up for the M1 Run
Participate in the 12 th M1 Run, which involves climbing 42 floors of Media One Hotel. Breakfast choices and prizes to be received after the run.
- Place: Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City.
- Timing: Sat Jan 31, from 7.30am
- Price: Dhs150 (entrance), Dhs199 (breakfast)
Take on a Hiking Trail
Mushrif Park has a 10km trail of Ghaf-trees, wildlife, bridges and stairways to give one a picturesque weekend hike.
- Location: Mushrif Park
- Timing: Daily, 5.30am-7pm
- Entry: Free
- Phone: 050 227 5735
Try a New Happy Hour
Drinks will be served at the Groove House at prices beginning with Dhs11 and with half off certain drinks; this would be the best place to check out after a working day or weekend.
- Space: Pullman Dubai Downtown, Business Bay.
- Timing: Everyday until Wednesday February 11, noon-11pm.
- Phone: 050 826 8081
Take a Recovery Ritual in Banya Forrest.
Banya Forrest is a relaxing health and wellness experience with oak leaf massage, hot cold treatment and plunge pools.
- Location: Bluewaters Island
- Timing: Monday-Friday: 10 am-11 pm, Saturday-Sunday: 9 am-11 pm.
- Price: From Dhs300
- Phone: 050 486 3224
Visit Time Out Market
Sample cuisines of 17 vendors and enjoy the views of the Burj Khalifa on the terrace of Time Out Market.
- Location: Souk Al Bahar
- Hours: Monday through Thursday noon-midnight, Friday noon-1am, Saturday 10am-1am and Sunday 10am-midnight.
- Phone: 054 375 2421
Take part in the Dubai Marathon (Run or Watch).
The Dubai Marathon is a 25th anniversary event with the events starting with a 4km fun run and up to the full marathon.
- Location: Umm Suqeim Road
- Timing: Sun Feb 1, 6am
- Price: From Dhs550
Watch Wicked The Musical
Wicked has become a legend in musical plays, and now is coming to Dubai Opera, where it will be performed three times weekly (Wednesday Jan 28- Sunday Feb 16, 2026).
- Dubai Opera: Dubai, Downtown Dubai.
- Timing: Wed Jan 28 – Sun Feb 16
- Price: From Dhs275
- Phone/Booking: 04 440 8888
Conclusion
Weekends in Dubai are full of events making it the place to experience every interest including culture and wellness, restaurants, entertainment and sporting activities. These things to do in Dubai guarantee you an item to present to all your family or friends. It does not matter whether you attend a live concert, brunch, or a marathon because there are plenty of alternatives of things to do in Dubai 2026 this weekend. As 2026 is even Bigger Bro, it is now more than ever that the city is a place to be on the weekend.
