This weekend, we’re looking to dance away our Thursday nights, spend Friday by the pool and then get a spot of shopping done on Saturday. #weekendvibes
Here’s what’s going on this Dubai weekend…
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 1
Hop to it
Love a club? Love a bit of hip hop? VIP Room’s Hip Hop On Air night this Thursday will see new-to-the-scene DJ Mr Levier hit the decks. VIP Room, JW Marriott Marquis Hotel, Business Bay. 11pm to 3am. Tel: (052) 8818888. viproom-dubai.com.
Tap into your zen side
If you’re into your yoga, the Eco Yoga Sanctuary in Jumeirah is hosting a bundle of free yoga sessions today – with Hatha at 4pm, Power Yoga at 5.15pm and Yin at 6.20pm. However, you’re only allowed to take one class per person, so pick what you want and email eco.yoga.sanctuary@gmail.com to reserve a spot. YApparel will also be on-site to sell yoga clothes and accessories at 25 per cent off. Eco Yoga Sanctuary, Jumeirah 1. All day, free. Tel: (04) 2856633. eys.ae.
Dive into some bargain buckets
Whether you’re a hoarder, love to shop, or just need some new clothes – The Big Clearance sale at the Dubai World Trade centre is offering 80 per cent off fashion, home-ware, cosmetics and more. Expect items from Zara Home, Salsa, Old Navy, Calvin Klein, Debenhams, Topshop, H&M, Muji and Steve Madden. Zabeel Halls 1, 2 & 3, Dubai World Trade Centre. Thursday and Friday 10am to midnight, Saturday 10am to 8pm. Free entry.
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 2
Fondue Fridays
It’s not often you go for fondue, and Cave are offering up top-notch melting pots paired with a bottle of grape beverage (if you fancy) for a relaxing Friday. Cave, Conrad Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road. 5pm to 2am. Dhs265. Tel: (04) 4447111. conraddubai.com.
Touch up your tanning technique in style
Weekends are for relaxing, we know. If tanning out by the balcony or at your communal pool doesn’t take your fancy, head down to the Burj Club at the Burj Khalifa to get your Vitamin D fix. For Dhs250 on weekends and Dhs195 on weekdays you’ll be granted pool access and a set lunch. The pool’s open from 6am to 6pm daily – just make sure to call ahead to book yourself a bed. The Burj Club, Burj Khalifa. 6am to 6pm. Dhs250 for pool access with lunch, Dhs165 for pool access. Tel: (04) 8883900. facebook.com/theburjclub.
Head to a theatre reading
Looking for a more low-key way to spend a Friday? Award-winning actor Pankaj Kapur will be giving a reading of a novella he wrote 20 years ago down at DUCTAC. Set in the streets of Lucknow, you follow the story of 65-year-old matriarch Amma Bi. DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates. 6pm and 9pm. Tickets from Dhs150. Tel: (04) 3414777. ductac.org.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 3
Check out the new Outlet Village
If you’re in the mood for a deal and don’t feel like elbowing people out the way – the slightly less chaotic (and new) Outlet Village might suffice. It’s a little further out, next to the new theme park construction site for Dubai Parks & Resorts, but you can expect to find brands including Mammas and Pappas, Banana Republic, Giuseppe Zanotti, Ted Baker, Zegna and The Kooples. Outlet Village, near to Dubai Parks & Resorts, Jebel Ali. 10am to 10pm. Tel: (04) 4234666.
Scrub up on your wildlife knowledge
The Green Planet in City Walk has opened its doors and is home to over 3,000 plants and animals. It’s super educational, great for the kids, and it’s just pretty neat to see a fully fledged tropical rainforest in the midst of the desert. The Green Planet, City Walk, Jumeirah. 10am to 10pm, weekdays, 10am to midnight on weekends. Dhs95 for adults, Dhs70 for children aged two to 12. thegreenplanetdubai.com.
