9 Exciting things to do in Dubai this week 22 – 28 Nov 2018

Dubai is gearing up for the festive season – and there’s so much going on in the city to prove it! Every Thursday, Bayut gives you the scoop on the hottest events and places to visit in Dubai that week. From family-friendly carnivals to awesome city-wide sales, there’s a ton to do this week in Dubai. Psst, there’s also quite a few free things to do in Dubai this week, so read on to find out!

9 PLACES TO VISIT AND THINGS TO DO IN DUBAI THIS WEEK

CELEBRATE THE CLOSING OF DUBAI FITNESS CHALLENGE

The Dubai Fitness Challenge is coming to an end, but the fun definitely isn’t! Mark your calendars because this is definitely one of the best places to visit in Dubai this weekend. The Dubai Fitness Challenge Closing Weekend Carnival is coming to Burj Park and bringing an array of activities with it. Test your skills on the tricky obstacle course, while sporting fans have their share of fun at the LED running wall and BMX Zone. For those who want an immersive experience, there will be a top-of-the-line VR Zone, too. Celebrate the end of an action-packed month amongst gorgeous views of the Burj Khalifa and Downtown Dubai.

• Location: Burj Park, Downtown
• Date: 23 and 24 November
• Timings: 23 Nov: 2pm – 10pm; 24 Nov: 1pm – 8pm
• Tickets: Free Entry
• Contact: 600 555559

CHECK OUT DUBAI’S NEW LOVE LAKE IN AL QUDRA

Dubai’s latest man-made lake is in the shape of two interlocking hearts. Don’t believe us? Go check it out yourself at Al Qudra! Unveiled by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, the Love Lake is a short distance from the Last Lake of Al Qudra. It can even be spotted on Google Maps. And if the heart-shaped lake wasn’t sweet enough, the trees next to it spell out the word ‘love’! If you’re looking for free things to do in Dubai this weekend, then head down to this romantic lake and take some insta-worthy shots.

• Location: Near Last Lake of Al Qudra

SHOP TILL YOU DROP AT THE THREE-DAY SUPER SALE

Shoppers, get your credit cards ready! Dubai’s annual Three-Day Super Sale is returning with up to 90% discount up for grabs at 1,500 participating outlets! The sale will offer massive discounts on products from fashion and beauty to homeware. Expect awesome sales in high fashion brands like Galeries Lafayette and Kate Spade, high street brands like Marks and Spencer, and homeware brands including Crate and Barrel. Head to your favourite mall this weekend (go early to avoid the crowds) and shop to your heart’s content!

• Date: 22 – 24 November
• Location: Across shopping malls in Dubai

CATCH ATIF ASLAM LIVE AT BOLLYWOOD PARKS

Relive Bollywood’s melodic hits as Atif Aslam graces Bollywood Parks in Dubai Parks and Resorts for the hottest events in Dubai this week. The Pakistani singer rocketed to fame after his debut Bollywood track, Woh Lamhey. Catch Atif Aslam crooning your favourite songs like Tu Jaane Na and Pehli Nazar Mein among other Bollywood numbers. If you’re looking for budget-friendly things to do in Dubai this week, you’re in luck! The ticket price to Atif Aslam’s show is only AED 45 per person. Be serenaded by one of Bollywood’s greatest singers in the colourful and vibrant Bollywood Parks.

• Location: Bollywood Parks, Dubai Parks and Resorts
• Date: 23 November
• Timings: 8pm onwards
• Tickets: AED 49 per person (Access to Bollywood Parks from 6pm onwards included)
• Contact: 800 262 9464

INDULGE IN A LUXURIOUS CINEMA EXPERIENCE AT LA MER

There’s a new boutique Roxy Cinemas at La Mer and it’s offering a movie-going experience like no other! Head to the stylish beachfront destination of La Mer (north side) for the new cinema. Enter the boutique cinema and you’ll find a contemporary bistro lounge, where you can nibble on Wagyu burgers, fun desserts and refreshing mocktails. Then you’ll be escorted to your luxurious reclining seat (with the rest of your meal) where you can kick back and enjoy the immersive Sony 4K experience. There’s plenty of films showing at this cinema for the whole family, too. Sounds heavenly, right? We know where we’re heading this weekend!

• Location: La Mer
• Contact: 800 7699

DINE AT GORDAN RAMSEY’S NEW HELL’S KITCHEN RESTAURANT ON BLUE WATERS ISLAND

Gordan Ramsey’s famous Las Vegas restaurant, Hell’s Kitchen, has finally come to Dubai! The iconic chef’s all-day dining restaurant is now welcoming visitors and we couldn’t be more excited. It’s part of the new Caesar’s Palace Resort on the stunning Bluewaters Island. The second branch of the television-show inspired restaurant promises visitors the same entertaining theatre and outstanding dining experience! This highly-anticipated restaurant should be your list of places to visit in Dubai this weekend. And take the chance to explore the gorgeous Bluewaters Island Dubai by Meraas, too!

• Location: Caesar’s Palace, Bluewaters Island
• Contact: 04 556 6666

KICK OFF THE CELEBRATIONS FOR UAE NATIONAL DAY AT CITY CENTRE MIRDIF

The 47th UAE National Day is just around the corner, and the celebrations are already underway. City Centre Mirdif is joining in on the fun and will be hosting plenty of interactive activities for visitors! Leave a message for the UAE in a special room, which then will be displayed on a large screen for everyone to see. Learn the art of origami at special stations and be a part of the massive visual that will commemorate the occasion! These fun activities are only till 3 December, so if you’re looking for free things to do in Dubai this week with the kids, don’t miss this one!

• Location: City Centre Mirdif
• Date: 25 November – 3 December
• Timings: 10am – 12am
• Tickets: Free Entry
• Contact: 04 602 3000

ENJOY AWESOME DISCOUNTS ON DUBAI’S BEST WATER PARKS

We’re loving all the amazing discounts and sales happening across Dubai. Your favourite water parks are offering amazing deals for UAE National Day and it’s too good to miss! A trip to Dubai’s coolest waterparks sounds like one of the best things to do in Dubai in winter. Then, keep an eye out for Atlantis The Palm’s ‘Splash Sale’ from 24 – 28 November, where prices for its attractions are being slashed up to 50%! Also, tickets to Wild Wadi, one of Dubai’s best waterparks, is being priced at AED 141 until 15 December. Get ready for a watery adventure!

FAMILY FUN AT THE BACKYARD AT CITY CENTRE ME’AISEM

City Centre Me’aisem’s hugely popular pop-up concept, The Backyard, has returned! Take the little ones down to this cool pop-up concept where a host of kids activities are going on – every day! There’s never a shortage of fun at The Backyard with magic shows, movie screenings, interesting workshops and activities. Kids will love the cheesy pizza-making class, the cool science workshops and the energetic martial arts class. Head down to City Centre Me’aisem for some fun things to do in Dubai this weekend with the kids!

• Location: City Centre Me’aisem
• Date: 15 November – 15 December
• Timings: Various timings
• Tickets: Free Entry
• Contact: 04 437 4999

And that wraps up the best things to do in Dubai this week! Tell us, which of these will you be doing this week in Dubai? For those who don’t mind the drive, take a look at all that’s happening at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2018! And don’t forget to check out our November 2018 events round-up for more upcoming events in Dubai. And follow MyBayut, for more updates on the city’s most happening events!