Dubai’s events line-up has established itself as one of the busiest globally, driving economic growth and long-term resilience, tourism officials stated on Wednesday. Speaking at the first quarterly partner meeting of 2026 at the Dubai Opera, representatives from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) highlighted how lessons from the 2008 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic have been institutionalised into daily operations to ensure rapid response and seamless communication with the private sector. Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), reaffirmed the city's commitment to the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33). He emphasised that this

Get ready for six weeks of edge-of-your-seat football action at Footy Central, Emirates Golf Club, as it brings the excitement of the FIFA World Cup 2026 to Dubai from 14th June to 19th July. From nail-biting group stage clashes to the intensity of the Semi Finals and the highly anticipated Final, football fans can catch every major moment live across two giant screens and LED displays throughout the venue while soaking up the electric atmosphere. Whether you're cheering for England, backing Argentina, or waiting to see who lifts the trophy, Footy Central is set to become the go-to destination for unforgettable

du, the leading telecom and digital services provider, today announced the launch of du Ventures, a $50 million corporate venture fund developed in partnership with Shorooq and designed to accelerate the next wave of digital innovations across the UAE and the broader region. The initiative marks a significant milestone in du's evolution beyond traditional telecom services into a comprehensive digital ecosystem player. du Ventures will partner with promising startups and founders who are transforming emerging technologies into real-world solutions, focusing on companies across fintech, AI, cybersecurity, cloud, loyalty, gaming, enterprise solutions, and customer experience technologies. Fahad Al Hassawi, CEO at du, said:

ICD Brookfield Place proudly presents the return of Wellness Week, taking place from 8–14 June 2026. Back for its fourth edition, the annual initiative continues to evolve as a platform that brings together movement, fitness, recovery, and mindful living through a carefully curated programme of experiences designed for Dubai's fast-paced urban community. Bringing together tenants within ICD Brookfield Place and wellness enthusiasts, Wellness Week invites participants to reconnect through a curated schedule of events. Highlights include a daily  fresh produce pop-up by Pure Harvest at the Summer Garden featuring a tailored wellness offering and samples including fresh strawberry slushies and chia

Bringing a touch of West London charm to the shores of JBR, the London Social Garden Brunch at The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai invites guests to step into a relaxed, garden-inspired brunch experience every Saturday from 1.30pm to 4.30pm. Set against the backdrop of Ain Dubai views and lush greenery, the brunch combines live music, gourmet food stations and crafted beverages within a vibrant, yet laidback setting designed for long afternoons by the sea. Inspired by the effortless atmosphere of Notting Hill, the experience blends sociable dining with the relaxed elegance synonymous with the resort. Guests can enjoy an afternoon of curated culinary stations,

Always looking to expand its lifestyle-led offering beyond traditional fitness, VEO Fitness has partnered with StuDIYo Lab to create a new series of children’s woodworking and Design & Technology workshops across its Dubai locations. Encouraging creativity, hands-on learning, and meaningful family experiences, the workshops are an opportunity for parents to enjoy their own wellness routine at VEO while children participate in engaging educational sessions within the same community-focused environment.  Part of Emaar Hospitality Group, VEO Fitness is one of Dubai’s leading lifestyle fitness destinations, built around a strong sense of community, inclusivity, and wellbeing. With multiple locations across the city, including Hayya Lakes, Manzil Downtown, Meadows Town Center, and Arabian Ranches 2, VEO has evolved beyond the

Coca-Cola Arena will host the first two games of the ABA League Finals against Partizan Belgrade on Thursday, 4th June, and Saturday, 6th June. Dubai Basketball will face Partizan Belgrade in the 2025/26 ABA League Finals, with Games 1 and 2 of the series set to be played at Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on 4th June and 6th June, respectively. The ABA League, in coordination with Dubai Basketball and Partizan Belgrade, has confirmed that the opening two games of the Finals will take place in the UAE, marking the club’s long-awaited return home after several months away from Dubai. Since February, Dubai Basketball

Always looking to expand its lifestyle-led offering beyond traditional fitness, VEO Fitness has partnered with StuDIYo Lab to create a new series of children’s woodworking and Design & Technology workshops across its Dubai locations. Encouraging creativity, hands-on learning, and meaningful family experiences, the workshops are an opportunity for parents to enjoy their own wellness routine at VEO while children participate in engaging educational sessions within the same community-focused environment.  Part of Emaar Hospitality Group, VEO Fitness is one of Dubai’s leading lifestyle fitness destinations, built around a strong sense of community, inclusivity, and wellbeing. With multiple locations across the city, including Hayya Lakes, Manzil Downtown, Meadows Town Center, and Arabian Ranches 2,

Why Dubai's Tech-First Vision Now Includes a Regulated Online Gaming Ecosystem Image by Andre Bellafonte For most of the past decade, the story of Dubai's economy could be told through fintech rails, free-zone licences, and the cranes still rising over Business Bay. The emirate spent that decade quietly outpacing other Gulf capitals on digital infrastructure, courting blockchain startups, and writing rulebooks for products that did not yet exist anywhere else. What was less obvious, until very recently, was how far that same playbook would stretch. In 2026, it covers a category that almost no one expected to see legitimised inside the UAE:

Dubai is preparing to welcome one of the city’s biggest seasonal shopping events with the launch of the ‘3 Day Super Sale’ from 27th to 31st May, coinciding with the Eid Al Adha holiday, offering discounts of up to 90 percent across more than 500 brands at thousands of stores and online platforms throughout the emirate. Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment under the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, the event aims to boost retail activity and reinforce Dubai’s position as a global shopping and entertainment destination through offers covering fashion, electronics, beauty products, homeware, jewellery and accessories. A