10 fabulous activities to experience in Dubai this weekend
Your ultimate weekend guide in Dubai, June 20 to 22, 2025. Try bkry's special menu
Dubai's beloved artisanal bakery, bkry, celebrates its first anniversary with a special new menu in collaboration with Saba Sanabel Farm, a heritage-focused, sustainable initiative by Sheikh Dr. Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi. Available until July 18, the menu features dishes made with Saba Sanabel's organic, high-protein wheat flour, grown in Mleiha—an area rich in archaeological and agricultural legacy. From Ancient Grain Salad to sourdough loaves and seasonal drinks, the offerings spotlight bkry's commitment to sustainability, local sourcing, and culinary craft. To mark the milestone, limited-edition merchandise, including totes, tumblers, and in-house goodies, will also be available at bkry's Alserkal Avenue location.
For more information visit @bkry.space Get your XXL Matcha fix
BohoX, the Downtown Dubai café celebrated for its delicious flavours, Bali-inspired interiors, and occasional social-media-viral baked goods, is launching a new summer exclusive: the Giant Iced Matcha Latte with Coconut Milk, which you can pair with one of the café's famous Freshly-Baked Giant Croissants. These shareable creations are perfect for big groups or (very) hungry solo diners. Priced at Dhs149, this visually stunning beverage is designed for sharing, offering a creamy, energising and refreshingly cool escape from the heat. Expect bright Japanese-grade matcha powder, two litres of coconut milk and plenty of giant ice cubes. Located in Downtown Dubai, this space is more than a matcha haven.
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The massive space at the prestigious Atlantis The Royal, with its travertine textures, soaring ceilings, coastal hues, and open-air terraces (one of the most coveted spots in cooler months), creates a serene dining scene that is equal parts ultra-luxe Aegean retreat and Dubai glamour. Estiatorio Milos, founded by celebrated chef and restaurateur Costas Spiliadis, known for his reverence for high-quality ingredients, delivers Mediterranean refinement dialled all the way up. The Milos Special is a must an addictive stack of fried vegetables over saganaki cheese, served with creamy tzatziki. But it's the fish, flown in daily and displayed on ice, that's the hero experience. Choose your catch, your cooking method: grilled, salt-baked, or raw. End on a sweet note and savour the signature Greek yogurt, drizzled with thyme honey and topped with caramelized walnuts to refresh the palate.
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Tucked discreetly behind the newly opened Geisha, lies Opal Room, Dubai's most enigmatic after-dark hideaway. This invite-only sanctuary unfolds beneath a soaring glass dome, where the city's skyline refracts like a kaleidoscope of stars. Step inside and you're transported into a geode come to life: cosmic lighting glints off smoked mirrors, black marble floors ripple like a midnight sky, and every surface glows with astral allure. Velvet booths orbit the DJ platform like planets in sync, while a sculptural cocktail bar radiates with a soft celestial pulse. As night deepens, laser beams cut through the dome like shooting stars, turning the space into a galaxy in motion which is part dream, part dance floor, all illusion.
For more information visit actrestaurant.com Visit a summer pop-up in Sharjah featuring regional designers
Taking over Bait Elowal, a 2-storey heritage house and culinary destination in the heart of Sharjah envisioned by Her Excellency Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, the Naseem pop-up celebrates the best of Arab design, culture, and craftsmanship. The curated showcase offers guests to shop exclusive pieces from regional designers and labels the likes of Dima Ayad, Bil Arabi by Nadine Kanso, and L'Afshar by Lilian Afshar and also enjoy hands-on workshops and a limited-time selection of beverages such as Lavender Matcha with lavender and maple, Joy Basil Bloom with hikma ritual's Joy glycerite infused with rose, tulsi, saffron, and lemon balm, until the end of June.
For more information visit baitelowal.com Reset with a yoga session
As International Day of Yoga is celebrated on June 21, 2025, it's time to book a yoga session to feel calm from the inside out. So, whether you're a beginner or an experienced yogi, there's a class for everyone to try out and feel completely rejuvenated after. From long-standing studios like Shimis to Bali-inspired pieces such as Samadhi Wellness, Dubai has a myriad of studios for the perfect weekend reset.
To see our yoga studios guide visit here. Unwind at this Grecian brunch
This summer, OPA Dubai brings back its much-loved Summer Brunch Series, and taking place once a month from 12 PM to 4 PM. Titled A Journey Through the Hidden Gems of Greece, the brunch offers an immersive escape into Greek culture, with each edition spotlighting a different destination through storytelling, festive traditions, and refined cuisine. Guests can expect signature mezze, standout mains like lobster orzo and grilled kontosouvli, decadent desserts such as the Baklava Sundae, and vibrant entertainment featuring live Zorba performances and joyful plate smashing. Priced from Dhs355, OPA's brunch promises an unforgettable afternoon of flavor, rhythm, and flair, capturing the true spirit of Greek hospitality.
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Bringing Pilates to new Dubai, is SCULPT, the emirate's latest wellness studio in Dubai Media City. With Reformer Pilates at its core. It's a space where people can connect, through a common love of yoga & Pilates. The packages are priced at Dhs700 for any 5 classes, Dhs1,300 valid for 3 months for the 10 classes package. It's located in the stunning Arjaan by Rotana Hotel.
For more information visit sculptdxb.com Unwind at this moonlight swim
As the sun dips below the horizon, Al Janoub Pool at The Palace shimmers to life, setting the stage for Moonlight Swim—a sultry, starlit escape held every Friday and Saturday from 7PM to 11PM at One&Only Royal Mirage. This adults-only affair transforms the infinity pool into a twilight sanctuary, where summer beats echo through the night and the views stretch endlessly across Dubai Harbour Marina and Palm Island Bay. Guests can sip handcrafted cocktails in plush private cabanas, float under a canopy of stars, or sink into loungers surrounded by lush gardens and curated soundscapes. With its dreamy setting and effortless elegance, Moonlight Swim offers a chic new way to soak in summer—where the vibe is cool, the water warm, and the night full of possibility. The minimum spend is Dhs250 for poolside access and Dhs500 for private cabanas.
For more information visit oneandonlyresorts.com Dine with this exclusive show
DREAM Dubai unveils its highly anticipated 8th season, Le Cirque—a dazzling dinner show that fuses gravity-defying performances, opulent costumes, and Mediterranean fine dining in a theatrical celebration of circus grandeur. Inspired by the enchantment of La Belle Époque, the show features eccentric characters, 3D mapping acts, and magical storytelling brought to life by Creative Director Pierre Khadra. With a newly redesigned floor plan and elevated ambiance curated by Executive Chef Rifky, Le Cirque transforms DREAM into a luxurious, immersive dreamscape—promising an unforgettable sensory journey that blends artistry, glamour, and gourmet excellence. Priced at Dhs1,000 per person, it takes place from 8pm until 3am. Located at Address Beach Resort, JBR, this concept is a must-visit.
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