4 Incredible Things to Do in Dubai This Weekend

The long weekend is finally upon us, and Dubai’s got an electric line-up of music, food, arts and adrenaline. Whether you want to dance the night away to throwback tunes, eat your way through the city’s tastiest foods or push yourself to new physical limits, there’s something for everyone.

From the new Coca-Cola Arena to the ancient alleys of Al Fahidi, the city is turning into adult candy lands for culture vultures and thrill-seekers alike. If you’ve been wondering how to ensure your time off is quality, search no more. We’ve compiled the top four events you won’t want to miss this weekend.

Yo Yo Honey Singh at Coca-Cola Arena

When: Friday, Feb 6
Where: Coca-Cola Arena

Get your weekend started on the right note as international music icon Yo Yo Honey Singh shows at Coca-Cola Arena. Famous for his hit chart singles and entertaining stage energy, get ready to be entertained all night long as the Indian rapper and singer takes over Dubai as part of 'My Story World Tour'. Anticipate a high-energy performance featuring all of their fan favorite hits in a production that is bound to be full of spectacle. If you are ready to dance, this is the spot for you Friday night.

Taste of Dubai

When: Feb 6–8
Where: Dubai Media City Amphitheatre

Foodies, rejoice! The city’s tastiest festival is back with a three-day feast at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre. A foodie’s dream, Taste of Dubai is the one time you can sample signature dishes from over 20 of the city’s finest restaurants – including Michelin-starred legends and hot new favorites – at just a small percentage of their usual cost.

Apart from the eating, it’s an opportunity to hone your own culinary skills at workshops conducted by celebrity chefs such as Gino D’Acampo and Matt Preston. Featuring some of the best live music over town, a VIP lounge and fun vibes all around, it's ideal unwinding during weekends.

REW!ND Fest DXB 2026

When: Saturday, Feb 7
Where: Bla Bla Dubai, JBR

Get your retro fix at REW!ND Fest DXB, the party of your 80s and 90s dreams. Hosted at the Bla Bla Dubai, this festival boasts an extraordinary roster of musical legends that will have you time travelling.

Be prepared to sing your heart out to tunes by Jason Donovan, Nik Kershaw, The Real Thing and Cutting Crew. It’s more than just a concert, it is an all-out nostalgia feast and JBR will provide the stunning backdrop. Strap on your dancing shoes and get ready for a day of classic anthems and positive vibrations.

Tough Mudder Middle East

When: Feb 7–8
Where: The Sevens Stadium

If climbing through mud, jumping over fire and working with a team sounds like your idea of a good weekend, Tough Mudder is beckoning. Back at The Sevens Stadium, this global obstacle course phenomenon is your chance to prove just how tough you are.

The flagship event is a 5k mud and obstacle course with more than 12 obstacles, including “Arctic Enema” and “Electroshock Therapy,” fan favorites that will be joined this year by the new challenge "Funky Monkey." It’s not about being first across the finish line; it’s about finishing side by side. And there are even kids’ races, for ages 4 to 14, tickets that make it a fun and active day out for the entire family.

Make This Weekend Count

With such a range of options; staying in just isn’t an option. And whether you're nibbling gourmet bites at Taste of Dubai, racing through muck at the The Sevens Stadium or enjoying another permutation of good stuff, it promises to be a fun few days. Get those tickets, rally your friends and get into everything you can in Dubai.