7 amazing things to do this weekend in Dubai

Dubai: From a Turkish breakfast spread for four and a beach daycation, to taking your kids to make their own milkshakes, here’s where to go for a fun time this weekend. [Pictured: DoubleTree by Hilton JBR]

SULTAN BREAKFAST AT BOSPORUS TURKISH RESTAURANT: The Sultan breakfast for four (Dh198) that includes a scrumptious spread of your choice of eggs, muhammara, sucuk, served alongside baked halloumi, labneh and pastrami, su burak cheese, mixed fruits and fresh juices. Location: Across 7 branches in UAE; Cost: Dh198 for breakfast deal for four; Timings: Call ahead to book a table

DAYCATION AT DOUBLETREE BY HILTON JBR: For those looking for a weekend to dine, drink and dip with a beautiful view and a party vibe, DoubleTree by Hilton – JBR has an offer where you spend Dh200 and Dh100 is redeemable on food and beverages every weekend. The offer comes with beach and pool access with incredible views of Ain Dubai, along with a live DJ. Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Dubai – JBR; Cost: Dh200 on Fridays and Saturdays with live DJ set; Dh100 redeemable on F&B ; Timings: 11am to 9pm (weekdays and weekends)

DIWALI MELA IN BUR DUBAI: Start your preparations for the upcoming Diwali celebrations with a shopping trip at the Diwali Mela organized by Indian Expats in Dubai. Along with well-known brands featuring clothes and jewellery, you can indulge in snacks from food stalls at the event. Location: Grand Excelsior Hotel, Bur Dubai; Cost: Free to attend; Timings: October 16, Saturday, 11am to 10pm

KIDS CAN MAKE THEIR OWN MILKSHAKES AT SAUCE: A new homegrown American diner located in Al Habtoor City is inviting kids (aged 5-12) on Friday to make their own version of the outlet’s Instagrammable milkshakes. The kids will have the choice to either make their own milkshake or can recreate the existing one from the menu. There will be a separate set up in an area of the restaurant with tables and all the necessary items to create the shake (base flavors, toppings, whip cream). Location: Noora Tower, Al Habtoor City, Dubai; Cost: Dh59 for one milkshake Timings: October 15 from 12pm – 5 pm

TECHNO PARTY AT NEW SOHO GARDEN: Get late-night Ibiza party-lovers vibes in Dubai, as New Soho Garden gears up to welcome Marco Carola this Friday, October 15. With over two decades in the industry, Marco, known as the global ambassador of techno, is one of the most respected artists amongst the techno scenes from Ibiza to New York, South America and beyond. Location: Racecourse, Grand Stand, Al Meydan Rd, Nad Al Sheba 1, Dubai; Cost: Varies (book a table in advance); Timings: Friday, October 13, 8pm to 3am

BARBAR IN DUBAI: Iconic Lebanese food enterprise Barbar is bringing its popular fare to Dubai’s Hessa Street. Barbar in Dubai will emulate its 40-year-old cutire of customer happiness and will feature a game changing concept; a late-night diner experience with a shawarma ready to satisfy those cravings whenever they hit. Location: Hessa Street, Dubai; Cost: Varies, no booking required; Timings: 8am-12am weekdays and 8am-2am weekends

EXPO 2020 DUBAI: For the next 6 months, Expo 2020 Dubai can be on all your weekend must-do lists with the countless things to explore at the site. For this list, we have featured the trending Surreal water fountain installation. A reverse waterfall, its designer reportedly said how it works is simply put, "magic". Check out our Expo coverage on https://gulfnews.com/expo-2020 to know more. Cost: Expo day passes cost Dh95 per person; Timings: 10am to late