Dubai’s fast-growing functional fitness community will face another major challenge when DEKA FIT Dubai takes over Coca-Cola Arena on 26 September 2026. The event brings running and functional exercise together in a competition designed to test much more than one area of athletic ability. Being an excellent runner is not enough. Pure strength is not enough either. Participants must repeatedly switch between cardiovascular work and functional challenges while managing fatigue, technique and pacing. That combination is exactly why hybrid fitness racing has become increasingly attractive to athletes who want their training to produce measurable performance rather than simply improvements in one discipline. What Makes DEKA FIT

Dubai Basketball will begin its second EuroLeague campaign with one of the biggest possible tests when Real Madrid arrives at Coca-Cola Arena on 24 September 2026. The opening-night fixture immediately puts Dubai in the European basketball spotlight. Rather than easing into the campaign against a less established opponent, the city’s team will face one of the most successful organisations in European basketball history. For fans in the UAE, it is exactly the kind of fixture that demonstrates how quickly Dubai Basketball has evolved. What was recently an ambitious new sporting project is now preparing to host Real Madrid in a competitive EuroLeague

A new mobile app launching in Dubai is redefining how people and brands create content for social media. Rushot, now available on the App Store and Google Play, connects users with professional videographers and photographers in their vicinity and delivers polished, custom videos within two hours. Every single piece of content produced through Rushot—from reels and stories to photos—is shot exclusively on mobile phones ensuring quick turnaround times and an authentic aesthetic tailored for social media platforms. Using location-based geotags, customers can instantly find and book a content creator nearest to them for events, brand activations, weddings, or personal milestones. Once the

This autumn, Horse & Hound at Al Habtoor Polo Resort is giving guests plenty of reasons for fun, with two lively celebrations set to add a little extra energy to Dubai's social calendar. Kicking things off with its first-ever Hoedown on September 26th and play host to an afternoon of country music, line dancing, mechanical bull rides, and hearty sharing dishes, before transporting diners to Bavaria with an extended Oktoberfest celebration running until October 31st. Horse & Hound has long been a favourite at Al Habtoor Polo Resort, offering a relaxed take on the classic menu of comforting favourites, a welcoming atmosphere,

As Dubai settles into its September rhythm, Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk invites guests to reconnect through renewed dining, wellness and staycation experiences. From the seasonal reopening of Brasserie Boulud to new offers across its restaurants and Sofitel Spa with L'Occitane, there are plenty of reasons to unwind and indulge. Blending French zest with local influences and heartfelt encounters, each experience offers a moment to recharge, whether over elevated dining at La Vue on 51st or a well-deserved moment of relaxation. Dining Offers Elevate Your Weekend Dinner Plans at La Vue on 51st Indulge in a refined European-style dining experience at Club Millésime, where seasonal

A taste of the sea with an Emirati twist at Bordo Mavi Looking for a good excuse to linger by the water over a leisurely lunch this month? Head to Bordo Mavi and try their new specials, with a menu that moves between Mediterranean seafood and local flavours. The Octopus with Kalamata Olive Emulsion pairs Fremantle octopus with a rich olive emulsion, avocado and Arabic bread, while the Emirati Monger’s Lunch takes inspiration from the UAE’s love for seafood, pairing mixed grilled seafood with rice, crispy onion and harissa. Opening hours: 12 pm to 11:30pm Locations: Jumeirah Fishing Harbour, Al Urouba St, DubaiContact: +971 56 508 5002 Price: A

A new voice is set to join Dubai's growing independent arts and culture scene as creative collective Katha Sutra makes its public debut with O Sakhi: Her Voice in Verse and Song—an original bilingual production that weaves together storytelling, Hindi poetry and live music to revisit the stories of women from India’s epics. Taking place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Live@Play in Al Quoz, O Sakhi invites audiences to step beyond the familiar narratives of India's epics and encounter the women within them through their own voices, experiences and inner worlds. At the heart of the production are figures including Gargi, Sita,

The countdown is on! Ski Dubai, in partnership with Dubai Sports Council, is calling thrill-seekers, fitness enthusiasts, families, friends and teams across the UAE to get ready for the 17th Ice Warrior Challenge on Sunday, 20 September. Dubai’s coolest obstacle course will transform Ski Dubai into a frozen test of strength, agility and determination, featuring more than 20 exciting challenges, including rope walls, ice pools, monkey bars, tyre runs, net crawls and more. Open to males and females aged 15 to 60, participants can choose from three categories: Elite (AED 280):Designed for experienced competitors aiming to complete the course in under 25

Brass Monkey Hospitality officially opens the doors to its new Brass Monkey venue at Motor City Clubhouse today, bringing the homegrown brand’s blend of dining, drinks, social gaming and entertainment to one of Dubai’s fastest-growing residential communities. Open to the public at 4pm Monday September 7, the new venue brings the familiar Brass Monkey experience to Motor City, with the programming fans have come to expect from the brand – from premium comfort food and signature cocktails to bowling, arcade games, music and entertainment. The opening marks the next evolution of a homegrown hospitality brand that has built a loyal following at

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) continues to strengthen accessibility and inclusivity across its cultural and heritage assets with the introduction of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower programme at Al Shindagha Museum, the UAE's largest heritage museum, and Etihad Museum. By adopting the programme, Dubai Culture has become the first cultural institution in the emirate to implement this internationally recognised initiative, reflecting its commitment to advancing the objectives of the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy and supporting the ‘My Community