This week in Dubai: 10 Fantastic events between 21-27 September

Yet another week has gone by in Dubai and it looks like we might finally be able to say the words the Game of Thrones characters have been saying for the past 7 seasons; winter is coming! As the temperatures cool down all over the country, let’s take a look at all the hot and happening events in Dubai this week. Find out the best activities and things to do in Dubai this week and make the most of any interesting deals and discounts on offer! 

1. Make your Friday exciting with the allure of a secret brunch in Dubai

Get ready to party this weekend in Dubai at the latest edition of the Secret Brunch. The refreshing concept which gives a unique twist to the much loved Friday Brunch in Dubai is open to 150 guests. You will be provided with keys when you book the brunch and on the day of the actual brunch (which would be September 21 in this case), the location of the brunch will be revealed. This is certainly one of the exciting things to do in Dubai this week and a must-try if you love your brunches! 

• Location: TBD
• Timing: 1 am to 5 pm
• Date: Friday, 21 September
• Cost: AED 399 for ladies, AED 449 for gents
• Contact: secretparties.dxb@gmail.com 

2. Get fit with the  Float Fit class at Jebel Ali Recreation CLUB

If you have been looking for activities in Dubai where you can flex your muscles and get a fun workout, check out the awesome Float FIT classes. The classes are basically a 30-minute workout on water, where you would need to work on your core, maintain balances and use your flexibility to enhance your physical and mental well-being.

• Location: Jebel Ali Recreation club
• Timing: 8.45 am to 9.15 am
• Date: Available on all Saturdays 
• Cost: AED 40 for members and AED 60 for non-members
• Contact: +9714 459 5100

3. Watch the latest instalment in the Johnny English series at the Cinema this week

If you are a fan of the uncanny humour of Rowan Atkinson, watching the latest instalment of his Johnny English series, Johnny English Strikes Again, should definitely go on your list of things to do in Dubai this week. The British action, comedy, espionage film also stars the stunning Olga Kurylenko and the always fantastic Emma Thompson and is being screened across cinemas in Dubai this week. To make it extra special you could even check out this movie at one of these unique cinemas in Dubai! 

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

4. Check out the fireworks and celebrations at La Mer for the Saudi National Day

The ultimate beachside entertainment destination in Dubai, La Mer is celebrating the Saudi National Day in style! Be ready to watch the scintillating display of fireworks this week in Dubai and also enjoy the traditional dance performances at both La Mer North and La Mer South – every day at 7 pm and 8:40 pm from 20-23 September. On Saturday, 22 September, the Show Street at La Mer will be transformed into a live supercar gallery displaying Dubai’s luxury vehicles, courtesy of the Supercars Majlis to the rhythm of the latest tunes played by a live DJ. The fireworks are scheduled for the 23rd and will see the skies light up in the signature green colours of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. There will also be special discounts and deals across the stores and restaurants in La Mer as a part of this. 

• Location: La Mer
• Timing: Dance performances 7 pm and 8.40 pm, fireworks 8:30 pm 
• Date: 20- 23 September
• Cost: Free
• Contact: +9714 317 3999

5. Go have some fun at the newly opened Indoors in City Centre Deira

One of the new attractions in Dubai is the recently launched Indoors at City Centre Deira. An indoor recreational facility, this entertainment zone boasts a variety of food outlets, karaoke stations, games and even a large screen where you can watch movies while lounging on the beanbags provided. There are also a few boutiques and stores here offering discounted deals, so be sure to check it out now! 

• Location: City Centre Deira near Sharaf DG
• Timing:  Sun-Wed, 10 am to 12 am, Thu-Sat, 10 am to 1 am
• Date: Open now
• Cost: Free
• Contact: +971 4 209 3105

6. Try your luck at this quiz night in Dubai

British pub, The Lion by Nick & Scott, will be hosting one of the best quiz nights in Dubai on Mondays, starting this September. Every week, the venue will throw a volley of questions to contestants (who can participate in teams), and the team that will be placed first will win a voucher of AED 500 to spend on their next visit to the popular spot. The team coming in second will also get a voucher worth AED 300 and the one that comes in third will get an AED 200 voucher! If you make it an ongoing affair with your friends, the team that accumulates the most points between now and December 16 will win a 2-night’s stay at Six Senses Zighy Bay. 

• Location: The Lion by Nick & Scott, The H Hotel, Dubai
• Timing:  7:30 pm onwards
• Date: On all Mondays
• Cost: Free
• Contact: +9714 359 2366

7. Be a part of the ultimate Oktoberfest event in Dubai with this mother of all parties

It can’t be an Oktoberfest celebration in Dubai without having an awesome party at Barasti. Don your dirndls and lederhosen and party your nights away with some festive music and authentic German food, including Schweinebratan, Schweinshaxe and Würstl. Put on your dancing shoes as the Oompah Band brings in the festivities of Bavaria to Dubai and enjoy the covers by Sweet Chili Jam for a fantastic Oktoberfest in Dubai! Add it to your list of things to do in Dubai this week, and be sure to go with a gang of friends for maximum entertainment.  

• Location: Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort, Dubai Marina
• Timing: Sun-Wed 10 am -1:30 am, Thu 10 am- 3 am, Fri 9 am- 3 am, Sat 9 am – 1:30 am. The food service usually ends by 12:30 am
• Date: 20-28 September 
• Cost: Free entry
• Contact: +9714 318 1313

8. Catch the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan super four match of the Asia Cup 2018

India and Pakistan will be battling it out at the Asia Cup Super Fours on the 23rd of September, so grab any tickets that may be remaining and have a blast at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Sports City. There will be three other matches too in this week, so make sure to book your tickets in advance if you want to catch all the exciting cricketing action. The other Super Four game in the city will be on the 25th, which is sure to delight those looking for interesting things to do in Dubai this week. Check out all the detailed information about the tickets for Asia Cup 2018 in the UAE and decide if you would like to catch any other matches with friends and family. 

• Location: Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Dubai Sports City
• Timing: 3:30 pm onwards
• Date: 23 September
• Cost: Varies based on the ticket
• Contact: +9714 425 1111

9. Enjoy a sumptuous meal at one of the partner restaurants in the Jumeirah restaurant week

Jumeirah Restaurant Week is back this week! There will be a range of set menus at affordable prices in the participating restaurants for patrons to sample some of the famous food at the Jumeirah restaurants. The prices for these are also affordable and can be anything between AED 150 – AED 350 per person. 

Participating restaurants with Three-course menus and buffet at AED 150 per person

• Madinat Jumeirah: Arboretum (buffet), Al Hambra, Khaymat Al Bahar, Tortuga, Zheng He’s  
• Jumeirah Zabeel Saray: Amala, Private Cinema*
• Jumeirah Creekside Hotel: Nomad
• Jumeirah Emirates Towers: Alta Badia, Mundo (buffet)

Participating restaurants with Three-course set menus for AED 250 per person

• Burj Al Arab Jumeirah: Scape Restaurant, Al Iwan (buffet)
• Madinat Jumeirah: The Hide, Rockfish
• Jumeirah Emirates Towers: The Rib Room

Participating restaurants with Three-course menus at AED 350 per person
 

• Burj Al Arab Jumeirah: Al Muntaha, Nathan Outlaw at Al Mahara
• Madinat Jumeirah: Summersalt Beach Pass (inclusive of AED 150 food & beverage credit)

10. See all the unbelievable exhibits at Ripley’s Believe It or Not in Dubai

The weird, the quirky and the downright baffling are perfectly at home when it comes to a Ripley’s Believe It or Not exhibition in Dubai. The travelling exhibition in Dubai at the iconic Wafi Mall features over 75 unbelievable exhibits from around the world. There are even a few interactive exhibits, so make the most of this free event in Dubai this week, and even stand a chance to win a trip to the real home of Ripley’s in Orlando, Florida by trying your luck at the raffle draw! 

• Location: Wafi Mall, Dubai Healthcare City
• Timing: Sat-Wed, 10 am – 10 pm and Thur-Fri, 10 am-Midnight
• Date: Till November 30, 2018.
• Cost: Free
• Contact: +9714 324 4555

Which of these 10 awesome events in Dubai this week are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments section below and stay tuned to the best lifestyle and property blog in Dubai for more trending information from around this glorious city!