10 things to do this weekend

1. NYE Parties

This weekend, Most of the restaurants and hotels in Dubai are offering something special for the New Year’s Eve. Check our ultimate guide for the New Year’s Eve parties here

2. District 808 Fusions

Commute by the metro to Dubai World trade centre arena this weekend to attend the District 808 Fusion concert which will present Flo Rida, Taio Cruz, Vika Jigulina, and Edward Maya. Check here for more details 

3. David Guetta live on New Year’s Eve

David Guetta is one of the world’s most renowned record producers and DJs.He will bring over his biggest production that will definitely astonish the crowd.Check here for more details 

4. Martin Garrix

If you are a fan of house music, then absolutely you should drop yourself to Meydan hotel to rock your senses as you welcome 2016. Check here for more information 

5. New Year 2016 Countdown at JBR

If you would like to experience the spirit of New Year’s Eve then head down to JBR this weekend. JBR will present a 3D Mapping show counting down to the New Year.

Location Jumeirah Beach Residence Date December 31 Cost Free and open to public Timing 6pm – 1am            

6. NYE party at the Beach

Embrace the last moments of 2015 with stunning music played by DJ Pierre Ravan while capturing the magnificent fireworks display ,and start 2016 with a very calming meditation and yoga class. Check here fore more details 

7. Burj Khalifa Fireworks 

This Thursday, turn your eyes to Burj Khalifa as it will be twinkling  with the New Year fireworks to welcome the New Year followed by an exceptional audio-visual display with LED lights and light beams. But if you want to have dinner while watching Burj Khalifa’s fireworks, check our guide here to know more

8. Atlantis Fireworks 

Atlantis, The Palm has always been one of the leading participants in the marvellous fireworks that illuminate the Dubai sky in the first few seconds of the New Year. Check here to know more details 

9. DSF 2016

Dubai shopping festival will begin on January 1 offering massive promotions all over the malls in Dubai. In addition to the promotions, DSF will organise various shows featuring famous stars such as OMI, Nargis Fakhri ,  Mona Kattan, Pernia Qureshi, Buthaina Al Raisi, and Lilly Ghalichi .

Location Dubai Date January,1 2016 to Febraury,1 2016 Cost Free  Website DSF

10. New Year's Eve Family Gathering at Ranches Souk

If you are searching for a New Year’s Eve celebration that is suitable for your family, head down to Arabian Ranches Golf Club to have a clear view of  the New Year fireworks while pampering yourself with an extravagant feast

Location Arabian Ranches Golf Club Date December 31 Cost Adults Dh 525 for members, Dh625 for non members, Children Dh165 for member, Dh185 for non members  Timing 7.30pm to 2am Phone 04 888 3444