Live shows and wellness experiences
A live journey through sound with Imelda Gabs
Where: Theatre of Digital Art, Souk Madinat Jumeirah
When: 27 June
This performance blends live piano, vocals, and electronic soundscapes into a continuously evolving musical experience. Rather than a traditional concert format, the show is built around real-time creation, where layers of sound are formed and transformed in front of the audience. The result is a cinematic atmosphere that shifts between soulful, ambient, and experimental tones. Set inside the Theatre of Digital Art, the experience is further amplified by visual projections that respond to the music, making it feel more like stepping inside a living composition than attending a performance.
Prana Harmony – Breathwork and Live Music Journey
Where: Theatre of Digital Art, Souk Madinat Jumeirah
When: 29 June
Price: Ticketed (varies)
If you really seek a reset this weekend, we know where to send you. Prana Harmony promises a restorative wellness session that combines guided breathwork, meditation techniques, and live multi-instrumental music. The experience focuses on regulating breath and energy through structured cycles of inhalation, retention, and release, supported by calming sound layers performed live. It is created for those who want to reset, and move away from overstimulation and into a more grounded state. The setting, paired with the immersive audio environment, creates a slow-paced, reflective space intended to leave guests feeling balanced and re-energised.
Family Fun Day – Walk to Unlock Challenge
Where: Ibn Battuta Mall
When: 28 June
Price: Free (requires FITZE app)
Ibn Battuta Mall transforms into a wellness-focused activity space through its “Walk to Unlock” campaign, encouraging visitors to complete a 12,000-step challenge across its themed courts.
Participants can track their steps using the FITZE app while exploring the mall’s architectural zones, each inspired by different regions of the world. Rewards are unlocked at milestone points, including 6,000, 8,000, and 12,000 steps, with participating retailers offering exclusive deals and discounts. The concept mixes light fitness activity with retail engagement, making it a structured yet flexible way to stay active indoors during the summer weekend.
Game nights, screenings and food offers
Al Abdalla – Boxpark
Where: Boxpark
Price: Dh52 solo meal; group deals from AED 111
Al Abdalla offers a casual, value-driven match-night experience with a focus on hearty comfort food. The solo meal includes a large charcoal chicken sandwich paired with sides, while group bundles add shared plates such as kaake bites, sandwiches, sides, and drinks. The setting is designed for informal gatherings, making it suitable for friends watching matches together without the formality of a sports bar. Its location within Boxpark also adds to the urban, laid-back atmosphere, appealing to those who prefer a simple food-forward viewing experience.
Weekend brunches and dining deals
Alici
Where: Bluewaters
When: Saturday and Sunday, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Price: From Dh315
Alici’s weekend brunch at Bluewaters is a laid-back South Italian affair that embraces fresh seafood and seasonal flavours. A relaxed coastal dining with prepared dishes that are intended to just let you unwind.
Families are well taken care of too, with kids dining for free, making it an easy win for group outings. Adults can also enjoy discounted beverage packages, adding a little extra indulgence without stretching the budget. The whole experience is designed to slow things down, encouraging guests to linger over the table, enjoy the view, and stretch the brunch into a leisurely afternoon.
The Spaniel – Steak Frites Friday
Where: Bluewaters
When: Every Friday, from 5:00 pm
Price: From Dh130
This weekly special keeps things refreshingly simple, focusing on a classic steak-and-fries pairing done right. Expect a well-prepared premium cut served with crisp, golden fries and familiar sides that let the quality of the ingredients do most of the talking.
It’s not about theatrics or overcomplication, just a solid, satisfying plate in a relaxed, casual setting. It’s the kind of meal that appeals to anyone who appreciates good steak without the fuss, served consistently week after week.
Staycations and resort offers
Centara Mirage Beach Resort Dubai – UAE Residents Offer
When: Book by 30 June | Stay until 30 June
This limited-time staycation is an easy, feel-good escape for UAE residents, built around simple perks that make a short break feel more special. Along with discounted room rates, guests get savings across dining, drinks, and spa treatments, plus the everyday comforts that matter most, complimentary breakfast and flexible check-in or check-out, depending on availability.
It’s also designed with downtime in mind. Guests get full access to the resort’s waterpark, private beach, and kids’ club, making it a relaxed option for families who want everything in one place without overplanning. For those booking select room categories, access to the Mirage Family Lounge adds an extra layer of comfort, turning the stay into something closer to a mini holiday than just a weekend away.
Al Habtoor Polo Resort – Fan Zone and weekend Dining
The resort hosts a dedicated fan zone with live screenings and match-day dining packages. The Football Fan Zone combo includes a burger, fries, popcorn, and drinks at an accessible price point, while weekend roasts offer a more traditional dining experience featuring beef or lamb served with sides. The setup blends sporting entertainment with a resort-style leisure environment.
Dining experiences
Amelia – First Flight Experience
Where: Address Sky View
Price: Dh225 per person
First Flight is a curated multi-course dining experience that takes guests through Amelia’s signature Japanese-Peruvian menu with Mediterranean influences. Designed as a structured culinary journey, it features a progression of small plates, mains, and desserts, each crafted for sharing and storytelling. The experience takes place in a visually striking, retro-futuristic interior with panoramic city views, making it both a dining and atmospheric experience.
Zenon – Mythos Twilight Dining
Where: Kempinski Central Avenue, Downtown Dubai
Price: Dh245 per person
Mythos Twilight Dining is a sunset-inspired Mediterranean dining concept that has a three-course menu. Guests choose from starters such as scallops or tempura, mains including seabass or braised beef cheeks, and desserts like chocolate fondant or cheesecake. The experience is designed around the golden-hour transition into evening, combining refined cuisine with a modern, tech-driven dining environment in Downtown Dubai.
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