If your idea of the perfect weekend morning is a good breakfast, an excellent cup of coffee and nowhere you need to be for the next few hours, Coffee Planet deserves a spot on your list. The UAE-born coffee brand has cafés across Dubai, so there's no need to trek across the city for your weekend fix, simply pick the location closest to home and settle in. With its cafés located within community spaces, Coffee Planet makes it easy to enjoy a relaxed breakfast without having to venture too far from home. But while the convenience makes it an easy choice,

The Coterie on Sheikh Zayed Road is set to mark the third anniversary of its beloved Quiz & Chips night this October. The popular weekly event will celebrate three years of competitive trivia, hearty British fare, and vibrant community spirit on Friday, 9 October, with a birthday edition promising bigger prizes, themed entertainment, and a warm gathering for regulars and newcomers alike. Hosted every Friday from 8PM, Quiz & Chips is led by Dane Bowers and Sibbers, whose lively hosting and engaging questions have made the event a Friday staple. For AED 225, guests receive five tokens to participate and enjoy

Dubai’s tourism industry is increasingly demonstrating its strength, with the city’s hotel sector delivering sustained performance growth, according to the latest data released by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) ahead of the opening day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026. The performance through August reflects the strength of the systems, partnerships and diversified market base that Dubai and its partners have built over the years. It is a testament to the resolve of an industry that has continued to invest, innovate and deliver for its guests, and it underlines confidence in the destination’s position heading into the final

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