10 Awesome things to do in Dubai this week: 11- 17 October

How quickly has this year gone by? We are already in the second week of October and before we know it Christmas will be upon us and we will be counting down to New Year 2019! So if you are looking for fun ways to enjoy the rest of the year, check out these awesome things to do in Dubai this week, and make the most of the rich lifestyle content the city has to offer! 

1. Tuck into a Gordon Ramsay meal at the Atlantis this Week in Dubai

Are you a fan of the British motor mouth chef? Then head to his acclaimed restaurant in Palm Jumeirah at the iconic Atlantis and sample a meal made by the genius chef. Gordon Ramsay will be treating guests of the Bread Street Kitchen bistro to this special ‘Fit Food’menu. It will be a 4-course meal with a cocktail to start things off. 

• Location: The Bread Street Kitchen, Atlantis the Palm, Dubai
• Time: 7 pm – 11 pm 
• Date: 11 October 2018
• Cost: AED 295 per person
• Contact number: +9714 426 1110 

2. GET SOME MAKEUP TIPS FROM VICTORIA’S SECRET ANGEL, ALESSANDRA AMBROSIO

Fans of the gorgeous Brazilian supermodel are definitely in for a treat as the statuesque beauty will be headlining at World of Fashion, a signature event this week in Dubai at Mall of the Emirates. The renowned model will be sharing her experiences on the catwalk and discussing make-up tips during the event, so head out to MOE and learn some beauty hacks and style tips from the diva. 

• Location: Central Galleria, Mall of the Emirates
• Time: 7 pm
• Date: 11 October 2018
• Cost: Free entry 
• Contact number: +9714 409 9000

3. Watch Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in ‘a star is born’

If you are a movie buff, one of the things to do in Dubai this week is to catch the Hangover star, Bradley Cooper’s directorial debut in which he also stars as the lead with the inimitable Lady Gaga. The tearjerker traces the journey of Ally (Gaga) into musical superstardom and the consequences of this on her relationship with her mentor and lover Jackson (Cooper). Catch the moving story at some of these unique cinemas in Dubai this week. 

• Location: Cinemas across Dubai
• Timing: Various timings available
• Date: All week
• Cost: Varies depending on cinema

4. Checking out the  Dubai Garden Glow is one of the things to do in Dubai this week

After the summer hiatus, the immensely enjoyable Dubai Garden Glow is back with a whole new theme to entertain children and adults alike. The illuminated masterpiece in Zabeel Park features hundreds of glowing installations and even has a Dinosaur Park with life-size versions of the extinct creatures brought to life using animatronics, like in Jurassic Park. There’s also a chilly Ice Park, for you to explore, which is kept at -7 to -8 degrees at all times. This year’s theme at the Park is “Glowing Safari”, so take your kids along for a fun activity in Dubai this week, where they can admire the colourful recreations until the actual Safari Zoo in Dubai reopens.

• Location: Zabeel Park
• Timing: 4 pm to Midnight
• Date: All week
• Cost: AED 65 entrance to the park, additional AED 45 for entrance to the ice park. Free for kids under 3, senior citizens over 60, and people of determination.

5. Get your moves on with Dandiya Night at Zabeel Park

It’s festive season for Indian expats in Dubai! With Navratri(traditional Indian festival spanning 9 days) starting, there are several events in Dubai to cater to the large Indian diaspora in the city. The Dandiya Night in Zabeel Park will be going on for two days, so put on your dancing shoes and head there to shake a leg to some Bollywood music. You might even spot a few celebs while you are at it! 

• Location: Gate No 3, Zabeel Park
• Timing: 7 pm onwards
• Date: 11 & 12 October 2018
• Cost: AED 35 for adults and AED 20 for kids under 10
• Contact number: +9714 337 3724

6. Don something pink and get fit with a free session at CycleBar Dubai

In honour of Breast Cancer Awareness month, many organisations have organised pink-themed activities in Dubai. The City Walk indoor fitness spot, CycleBar is joining in on the awareness bandwagon and offering free spin sessions provided you come in wearing pink gym gear. Post the workout you can also enjoy some of the complimentary healthy snacks. Make sure to register early so you don’t lose out on a chance to attend one of the free events in Dubai this week! 

• Location: City Walk, Dubai
• Timing: 7:30 pm
• Date: 11 & 12 October 2018
• Cost: Free
• Contact number: +9714 395 5523

7. Enjoy an outdoor screening of Harry Potter at Azure Beach, Rixos Premium Dubai, JBR

The outdoor movies at Azure Beach are back thanks to the dip in temperatures seen since last week. The beach club will host ‘Sea-nema Nights’ on Wednesdays this month and screen classic movies. This Wednesday catch an al fresco screening of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and relive some of your nineties memories with friends and family. This location is extremely convenient for a mid-week refresh if you live in the apartments in JBR.  If you love watching movies al fresco, remember to also check out these other outdoor cinemas in Dubai. 

• Location: Azure Beach, Rixos Premium Dubai, JBR
• Timing: 8:30 pm
• Date:  17 October 2018
• Cost: Entrance fee is AED 50 for walk-ins. There are also package deals available. The non-alcoholic package is AED 95 including a soft drink, hot dog or loaded fries and a bag of popcorn.
• Contact number: +97152 777 9472

8. Sing along to unchained melody at the Ghost Musical 

Ghost, The Musical is a theatric recreation of the Oscar-winning romantic drama starring Patrick Swayze, Demi Moore and Whoopi Goldberg. This week, catch the iconic show at the Dubai Opera and enjoy the eternal romance of the young couple in love who face the ultimate separation in death. The lilting tunes of Unchained Melody, popularised when the film first came out, makes this one of the interesting things to do in Dubai this week, especially if you are a culture vulture. 

• Location: Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai
• Timing: Shows starting at 8 pm and 2:30 pm
• Date: 11, 12 & 13 October 2018
• Cost: Starts at AED 250
• Contact number: +9714 440 8888

9. Enjoy a good old whodunnit with The Real Inspector Hound

Tom Stoppard’s award-winning comedy, The Real Inspector Hound is being screened right here in Dubai. Using the popular movie-within-a-movie concept seen in films, the drama follows the comical adventures of two theatre critics who are drawn into the events of a suspenseful thriller they are reviewing. Check out this Dubai event with friends for a fun evening. 

• Location: The Junction, AlSerkal Avenue, Al Quoz
• Timing: Shows starting at 8 pm and 2:30 pm
• Date: 11, 12 & 13 October 2018
• Cost: AED 80 for early bird tickets and AED 100 for standard tickets
• Contact number: +9714 338 8525

10. Check out a newly opened nightclub at Five, Palm Jumeirah

Secret Room, which opened on September 21 has been building a good reputation in the party circles in Dubai, thanks to its swanky 18th century-style décor, complete with a stunning rose gold centrepiece designed by acclaimed architect Paolo Ferrari. As the name suggests, there is an air of mystery to the club, where access is only granted via a unique fingerprint identification, so clients can instantly access the venue on the allotted days. While this sounds super exclusive, you don’t need an invite to get access to the club. All you need to do is call and reserve in advance. 

• Location: Five, Palm Jumeirah
• Timing: Shows starting at 8 pm and 11 pm – 3:30
• Date: 12, 13 & 16 October 2018
• Cost: Entry free 
• Contact number: +97158 869 8996

There you go! Which of these activities in Dubai are you going to be trying? Let us know in the comments section below, and stay tuned to the best lifestyle and property blog in Dubai for more such interesting updates from around the city.