Here are our top picks on things to do this weekend!
1. Aqua Spin
Beat the heat and the calories with an Aqua Spin class at Fairmont The Palm. The 45-minute session involves cycling on spin bikes which are completely submerged in the outdoor pool at the venue.
Location Fairmont The Palm, Dubai Dates and timings Thursday (7.15am, 8.30am), Friday (6pm), Saturday (9am and 6pm) Monday (7.15am, 8.30am, 6.30pm), Wednesday (6.30pm) Cost Dh75 per session per person Website
2. Big Clearance Sale
Get ready for a shopping frenzy this weekend with the big clearance sale at Dubai World Trade Centre with over 40 participating international brands such as Salsa, Old Navy, Juicy Couture, Calvin Klein, Kenneth Cole, Tommy Hilfiger, Debenhams, Topshop, Springfield and Steve Madden. It is being organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism).
Location Za’abeel Halls 1, 2 and 3, Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai Dates September 1 to 3 Timings 10am to 12am (September 1 and 2) 10am to 8pm (September 3) Cost Free Entry
3. Sparkling Brunch
At Le Meridien’s sparkling brunch, a wide selection of live food stations ensure that there’s something for everyone – from fresh seafood, to BBQ meats, salads and cold cuts and an impressive selection of desserts.
Location Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort and Marina, Dubai Dates Fridays Timings 7pm to 12am Cost Dh375 per person with house beverages and sparkling grape; Dh250 with soft drinks; Dh125 for kids aged 6-12 years; Free for kids aged younger than 6
4. Be Freddie for a Day
Now in its sixth year, this global event encourages fans and guests to join in a weekend full of Queen music, moustaches and Freddie Mercury costumes, to celebrate what would have been Freddie's 70th birthday. Hard Rock Cafe Dubai are bringing in one of the UK's best Queen tribute bands to perform. On September 5 which is his actual date of birth there is a Queen-themed Monster Music Quiz, hosted by radio legend, Mark Lloyd.
Location Hard Rock Cafe Dubai Dates Saturday 3rd September (Freddie Day); September 5 (Monster Quiz) Timings 8.30pm onwards Cost Free entry Website
5. Friday Tapas
Treat yourself on Friday with an ‘all you can eat’ tapas the Spanish way with a selection of house beverages that include hop, grapes and soft drinks and juices.
Location El Sur, Lobby level Westin Hotel, Sufouh Road, Dubai Dates Fridays Timings 12.30pm to 3.30pm Cost Dh265 per person with soft drinks and juices; Dh395 per person including hops, grape and house beverages
6. Plan your Eid staycation or go now
We have some amazing staycation choices for you if you are spending Eid right here in the UAE. Get on to booking or go off for a weekend staycation today!
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