Get your calendars out – exhilarating adventures, brunch and culture await.
As the summer heat creeps in, Dubai is keeping things chill with an incredible lineup of brunches, comedy shows, concerts, and cultural events. Whether you’re looking for moments of zen or high-energy activities, here are the best things to do in Dubai this week.
Monday 12 May
Join the Labubu craze at Beau
Beau Restaurants is known for its viral chicken nuggets caviar box, but now the brilliant burger bar is jumping on another social media trend. Guests who order a Petit Meal at the Jumeirah branch can enjoy one of Beau’s iconic burgers, fries, a drink, and a surprise Labubu collectable. It’s ideal for those who like their meals with a side of hype. Available until sold out! AED 290.
GO: Follow @beaurestaurants on Instagram for more information.
Tuesday 13 May
Try the contemporary cuisine at FLØR
To celebrate Dubai Restaurant Week, FLØR at The Ritz-Carlton DIFC will serve special set menus of its contemporary European cuisine. Enjoy a two-course menu for lunch featuring starters like pâté with chicken liver or sweet potato with yoghurt, followed by mushroom risotto or roasted cabbage steak. Alternatively, the three-course dinner begins with house-made stout bread and honey butter, followed by roast beef with the chef’s signature sauce or salmon tartare with blood orange dressing. “Not Just a Salad” creates a vibrant interlude before mains like duck confit ravioli or tagliatelle pasta round off the experience. Available daily from 9 to 25 May. AED 125 (lunch) or AED 250 (dinner).
GO: Visit flordubai.ae for reservations and more information.
Wednesday 14 May
Glow like J.Lo
Channel your inner Jennifer Lopez and head to Palazzo Versace Dubai. The hotel’s FACT award-winning spa is a celeb favourite and boasts treatments that will make you feel red-carpet-ready. Inspired by Jennifer Lopez’s signature glow, the 90-minute JLO Glow HydraFacial features the exclusive JLO BEAUTY Booster — a powerhouse blend of olive extract, fermented adaptogens, Vitamin B3, and a proprietary hydracomplex — crafted to brighten, tighten, and deeply hydrate. The treatment also includes a sculpting head massage, nourishing hand and arm massage, and a lifting mask to seal in that next-level luminosity. Available daily from 11am to 11pm. AED 1,320 (90-minute treatment).
GO: Call 04 556 8750 for reservations and more information.
Thursday 15 May
Dine on sake and sushi at Cutfish
Cutfish at Marsa Al Arab Marina invites you to experience an evening of refined flavours and elevated pairings with The Heavensake Experience. Enjoy three signature courses thoughtfully paired with premium sakes, followed by a delicate finale of mochi and matcha. The experience will be hosted by renowned Sake Sommelier Akiko Hamada, who will guide you through each pairing with expert insight. Available on Wednesday, 15 May at 8pm. AED 550 per person.
GO: Email dine@cutfishdubai.com or WhatsApp 054 280 0880 for more information.
Friday 16 May
Tuck into Italian delights at Arrogante
Arrogante, the elegant Italian dining destination in Downtown Dubai, has launched Le Note d’Arrogante, an evening soirée where live Italian music sets the tone for an evening of fine food and wine. Here, diners can indulge in signature dishes such as the indulgent Golden Burrata, Pappardelle Aragosta, and the Wagyu Cecina Pizza, complemented by Ferrari Sparkling Wine and expertly curated vintages selected by the in-house sommelier. With the Burj Khalifa as your backdrop, it’s bound to be a night to remember. Available on Fridays from 8pm.
GO: Email reservations@arrogantedubai.com or call 058 940 2482 for reservations and more information.
Saturday 17 May
Party at Elrow XXL
Hold onto your glow sticks, the electronic music festival Elrow XXL is back in the UAE. The must-visit rave is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 17 May 2025, for its season-closing festival. The magical music festival has taken place in cities from Amsterdam to London and is returning to Dubai for the third time. The epic music festival can hold up to 12,000 people. There’s even talk of one of Elrow’s largest stages – the pirate ship-like Rowmudas Triangle – making an appearance.
GO: Visit https://dubai.platinumlist.net for more information.
Sunday 18 May
Beat the heat at Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island
This summer, Mövenpick Resort Al Marjan Island has an unbeatable offer that promises sun, sea, and serious value. Set along the pristine shores of Ras Al Khaimah, this beachfront retreat goes big on luxury and leisure. With the Perfect Escape package, children under 12 stay, dine, and play for free. Book your stay and enjoy a complimentary suite upgrade, daily breakfast at The Market, and a delicious dinner at the ever-popular Ula. Little ones can enjoy the Starfish Kids Club, the largest floating water park in the emirate, mini golf and Mövenpick’s signature daily Chocolate Hour. Available daily until 30 September 2025. Weekday rates start from AED 849, and weekend rates are from AED 949.
GO: Visit movenpick.com for reservations and more information.
