If you’re trying to figure out what to do in Dubai this weekend without melting, there’s actually quite a bit going on. Concerts, new restaurants, indoor activities. The usual mix. Let’s go through it.
Al Shami’s performing at the World Trade Centre. This is the fifth year they’re doing this Beat The Heat series. He’s got the ballads, the crowd loves it. Leen Hayek opens. She won The Voice Kids, so she’s got some credibility.
Day: Saturday, August 8th, 2026
Time: 8:30 pm
Venue: Dubai World Trade Centre
Price: Dh105
Same venue, different night. Ramy Gamal does ballads. Wael Jassar brings the tarab thing. People actually travel to hear Wael Jassar, so if that’s your style, it’s worth going.
Day: Saturday, August 8
TIme: 8:00 pm
Venue: Sheikh Rashid Hall at Dubai World Trade Centre
Cost: Dh195
Majid Al Futtaim opened this new dining hall at City Centre Mirdif. Four different restaurants inside it right now. More coming later.
You get Bait Maryam (Levantine), Gabriele Bonci (Roman pizza), ATHAR (all-day dining), and REIF (Japanese). It’s a decent spot if you want options without leaving the mall.
City Centre Mirdif
French Riviera style brunch. Sharing plates. Cocktails. They have a kids area if that matters to you.
Day: Sundays
Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Packages: Soft package Dh495, House package Dh595, Premium Dh795, Kids 5-12: Dh175, Under 4: free Beach, and pool access another Dh150
Grand Millennium Hotel. Friday night. Games, props, DJ. Guest DJ Phyz is doing live mixing and scratching. There’s a Blackout Mayhem thing later.
Day: Friday
Date: August 7th, 2026
Time: 8:00 pm
Venue: Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai
Ladies: Dh99 (three hours drinks and food)
Guys: Dh250 (unlimited food and drinks)
City Centre Mirdif is doing this Amalfi Coast thing. Games, beauty stuff, a photo booth, and food from Rationed and Crème. If you’re the sort of person who likes packing a lot into two days, this fits nicely alongside other popular weekend activities across the UAE, especially during the summer months when everyone is looking for somewhere cool to go. You need to spend Dh300 at the mall to get in. They’re giving away gift cards and VOX tickets.
Date: August 9
Time: 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Venue: City Centre Mirdif
Dubai Outlet Mall has an indoor run. Climate controlled. You pick your distance: 1km, 2.5km, 5km, or 10km. Live music. Aid stations. Family activities. Honestly, once August arrives, indoor activities become the default plan for most people in the city, which is exactly why so many residents start looking for fun indoor activities in Dubai instead of spending the entire weekend inside the house.
Day: Sunday
Date: August 9
Time: 7:00 am
Venue: Dubai Outlet Mall From
Cost: Dh47.25
Casio and Melodica are doing a deal. Buy a Casio Celviano AP digital piano, get a free first lesson. Five models available. Compact ones for apartments, bigger ones if you’ve got space.
Melodica stores across UAE and online
Bring your cat, get 15 percent off your food bill. That’s it. Whether your cat wants to be there is your problem. Saturday, August 8 All day Uptown Social, Uptown Dubai
Kids Go Free plus 10 percent off with code INPK26. This is for Indian and Pakistani families or mixed families with at least one Indian or Pakistani member. Proof needed at check-in. Themed rooms. In-room hunts. Character meet and greets. Family pool. Kids 2-12.
Book by August 30 Stays until September 30 Through the hotel website
What concert should I go to?
Depends what you like. Al Shami is more pop. Ramy Gamal and Wael Jassar is traditional tarab. Pick based on your taste.
Is it too hot to do anything outside?
August in Dubai? Yeah, it’s brutal. Indoor run, pop-ups, restaurants. That’s where you want to be.
Can I bring kids?
Concerts are mostly adults. Brunch at Alizée has a kids area. Indoor run is fine for families. Pop-up is family-friendly. LEGOLAND is obviously for kids.
How much will I spend?
Concerts are Dh105 to Dh195. Dining varies. Frat party is Dh99 to Dh250. Indoor run is under Dh50. Depends what you do.
Are these every weekend?
Concerts are this weekend only. Brunch is every Sunday. Pop-up ends August 9. Indoor run is one-time August 9. Check venues for regular events.
How do I get around?
Dubai Metro works. Uber works. Check the metro map if you’re using public transport.
Is LEGOLAND worth it for families?
If you’ve got kids 2-12 and you’re Indian or Pakistani, yeah. Kids free plus discount is solid. The whole thing is designed for that age group.
What if I want to do multiple things?
You could do the indoor run in the morning, grab food at Chef’s Society for lunch, then hit up the pop-up in the afternoon. Or do the brunch Sunday and catch a concert Saturday night. Mix and match based on what appeals to you.
Disclaimer: Event dates, ticket prices, offers, and opening hours may change without notice. Please check the official venue or organiser website before making plans.
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