From revisiting the 80s to jamming out to Emirati artists at Tunes DXB, here's a round-up of the best things to do in Dubai this weekend.
Stretch your way into the new year with L'Couture
Grab your girl gang and join L'Couture every Saturday morning in January for complimentary yoga classes at their store at The Beach, JBR
Start your weekend rituals the right way with complimentary yoga classes every Saturday morning from 8:30 am to 9:15 am this month.
L'Couture is offering the perfect classes to kickstart your year and help you feel energised and refreshed. Featuring a range of yoga sessions from Gentle Morning Flow with Elham Bolooki to Vinyasa Flow with Jess Casalegno, in keeping with their new collection, creating a serene and seamless yoga experience as you flow through the weekend.
Limited spaces are available. To secure your space, RSVP to katie@lcouture.com.
What: L'Couture Gentle Morning Flow with Elham Bolooki
Where: The Beach, JBR, Dubai
When: 7 January
Timing: 8:30 am to 9:15 am
Pricing: Free
Dubai 80s at Last Exit Al Khawaneej
It's the last chance to relive those magical memories and take a trip back in time at Last Exit Al Khawaneej with Dubai 80s before this pop-up vanishes forever. This nostalgia-fest features all things 80s and 90s, including books, technology, games, and even a Dukkan with some of the most well-loved and remembered snacks and drinks. Visitors can relive this golden era from 4 pm to 11 pm each evening until 8 January. Dress up in a creative outfit from the 80s, snap a picture at any of the Dubai 80s experiences, and post it on socials with the hashtag #DSFDubai80s to win an exciting prize. The winner will be selected on 7 January.
What: Dubai 80s
Where: Last Exit Al Khawaneej, Dubai
When: Until 8 January
Timing: 4 pm to 11 pm
Pricing: Free to enter
Visit Dubai Lights
Visit Dubai Lights as it continues to mesmerise visitors and illuminate some of the city's most iconic spots. At City Walk, ten installations from leading international light artists and studios make up the must-experience exhibition, The Spark Within. At locations across Palm Jumeirah, an immersive underwater theatrical experience awaits visitors with Dubai Lights: Sea Wonder. And the ethereal Sky Castle installation at Dubai Design District (d3) is a dreamy, multi-sensory sound and light artwork by the multi-award-winning Australian-based art and technology company ENESS.
What: Dubai 80s
Where: City Walk, Dubai, Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Design District (d3)
When: Until 29 January
Pricing: Free to enter
Jam out at Tunes DXB
Tunes DXB is back, and it is bigger and better this year, with ten days of soulful music in store for Dubai. The festival runs from 6 to 15 January, 5 pm to 11 pm, at multiple locations across Dubai, including Bluewaters, Last Exit Al Khawaneej, Box Park, Hatta, Al Seef, The Beach, City Walk, Nakheel Mall, The Pointe, Deira City Centre, Kite Beach and Salt Camp.
The free festival focuses on Emirati musical talents with performers including Alya Al Ali, Maitha Al Mansoori, Shebani, and Bafoory. For details about artists, dates, timings and locations for Tunes DXB, visit the website.
What: Tunes DXB
Where: Bluewaters, Last Exit Al Khawaneej, Box Park, Hatta, Al Seef, The Beach, City Walk, Nakheel Mall, The Pointe, Deira City Centre, Kite Beach and Salt Camp
When: 6 - 15 January
Pricing: Free to enter
Timing: www.mydsf.ae.
DSF Market at Al Seef
The DSF Market at Al Seef means a packed calendar full of lively activities and unique retail offerings in this delightful Creekside destination. Each week has a themed workshop for kids. This week, workshops cover the theme Cotton and Fabric. Plus, a vibrant market full of knick-knacks, jewellery, clothing, and delectable food and beverages with stunning views makes for picture-perfect memories.
What: DSF Market
Where: Al Seef, Dubai
When: Until 29 January
Timing: 4 pm to 10 pm
Pricing: Free to enter
Visit AYA
Visit AYA, the newly opened next-generation experiential theme park in Dubai. Located at level one of the main Atrium at WAFI City Mall, Dubai, AYA invites travellers to explore a vibrant and colourful new universe across 12 different zones, each with its own interactive experiences.
What: Aya
Where: WAFI City Mall, Dubai
When: Daily
Timing: 10 am to 10 pm on weekdays and 10 am to midnight on weekends
Pricing: AED 99. Book tickets at www.aya-universe.com. Kids under three and people of determination can experience this visual treat for free.
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