Weekending in Dubai: Art, Sports and Entertainment

1–3 March
Weekending in Dubai


Looking for the perfect way to spend your weekend in Dubai? Look no further! From exploring vibrant art galleries and immersing yourself in cultural experiences to enjoying top-notch entertainment, indulging in exquisite dining, and embarking on shopping sprees like no other, Dubai has it all. Let’s look into the plethora of activities you can enjoy with your friends and family this weekend.

Explore The Fame Collective Pop-up

The first female collective platform for contemporary art, collectible design, and luxury fashion in the MENA region, is opening a pop-up in Dubai this weekend. Shop, hang out, and explore an amazing group of Female Middle Eastern designers as they showcase the beauty and craft of the region through the female lens.

Attend a World-Renowned Tennis Tournament

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This weekend is your last chance to attend the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, a prestigious event where tennis players from across the globe jetted into the city from February 18 to March 2, 2024. The contest, an important stop before the ATP World Tour and the WTA Tour, features WTA 100 women’s and ATP 500 men’s challenges.

Experience An Unmissable Marine Event

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Having first set sail over two decades ago, the Dubai International Boat Show has earned its reputation as one of the region’s most unmissable marine events. It showcases luxury superyachts and the finest leisure crafts from around the world, giving buyers, sellers, and boating enthusiasts a chance to see the latest and greatest in the market. The 2024 edition will take place from February 28 to March 3 at the massive Dubai Harbour. 

Discover the Region’s Artistic Brilliance

The Middle East’s leading international art fair, taking place every March in Dubai, is coming back this weekend in close collaboration with institutions that are the heartbeat of artistic production in the UAE, such as the Jameel Arts Centre, Ishara Art Foundation, Sharjah Art Foundation, Maraya Art Centre, Louvre Abu Dhabi, Salama Bint Hamdan Al Nahyan Foundation, Tashkeel, NYUAD Art Gallery and Alserkal Avenue among others. Art enthusiasts and creativity lovers will all gather at the art fair to celebrate the artistic brillian within the region.

Watch Alan Walker Perform Live at Dubai’s Beachside Gem


This weekend, immerse yourself in the electrifying beats of English-Norwegian DJ Alan Walker at Dubai’s beachside gem, Barasti. Known for his iconic mask and hoodie, Walker, ranked 11th by DJ Mag, boasts nearly nine billion YouTube views and over 115 million social media followers. Don’t miss this sensational beachside event!

Dine at the Newest Andaliman Restaurant

Dine at the newest Andaliman restaurant at Dubai’s hottest resort, One & Only One Za’abeel. Embrace the bold flavours of the Indonesian archipelago at this soulful restaurant and lounge. Ideal for all ages, Andaliman is an engaging and interactive dining experience with an open kitchen, coconut husk grill, and an array of flavour-packed sambals prepared table-side.

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