Dubai and Abu Dhabi don't do things quietly. Pacha, Ushuaia, and Ministry of Sound have all planted flags here. Arena concerts sell out within hours. The dining scene holds its own against any city in the world. What's Hot in UAE covers all of it — bars, clubs, beach clubs, rooftop venues, live music, comedy nights, brunches, and the events worth clearing your calendar for. Updated regularly by people who have actually been to these places, not summarised from a press release.
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I’ve lived in the UAE long enough to know that its skyline and desert get all the headlines — but if you follow the coastline, you discover an entirely different side to the Emirates. Our shores are as diverse as our cities: stretches of golden sand in Dubai, wild mountain-backed bays in Fujairah, and eco-protected…
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Dubai transforms each morning into a culinary adventure that mirrors the city’s extraordinary diversity. The best breakfast in Dubai spans from humble street-side eateries in Old Dubai to sky-high dining rooms overlooking the Arabian Gulf. This comprehensive exploration reveals 23 exceptional venues that define morning dining excellence across the Emirates’ most dynamic metropolis. I’ve chased…
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Dubai’s restaurant scene has been getting all the headlines this year, and fair enough: the city has been on a genuine tear when it comes to new dining rooms. But a separate, equally interesting story has been unfolding after dark, one that’s got nothing to do with tasting menus. New bars, lounges, rooftops and full-blown…
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The UAE has become one of the most reliable stops on the global touring circuit, and 2026 is a bumper year. Between Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena and Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena and Etihad Park on Yas Island, the calendar runs from intimate singer-songwriter nights to stadium-scale spectacles. Here are the shows worth planning around — and…
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Get ready for an evening of mesmerizing music and captivating performances. Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena will host a spectacular concert on June 21, 2024. It features two of the Arab world’s most beloved music icons, Hussain Al Jassmi & Sherine Abdel Wahab live. This event promises to be a highlight in the cultural calendar of the…
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The rumour mill ran on this one for the best part of two years. Then, in October 2024, O Beach finally opened its doors at the Habtoor Grand Resort in Dubai Marina. It’s the same brand behind Ibiza’s orange-cup pool parties, the sort of thing every Brit on a girls’ trip has been posting about…
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The Soho Garden Festival is in full force with the keinemusik family
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Key Facts Headliner: Kadim Al Sahir Venue: Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, Dubai Date: 23 May 2024 — this event has already taken place Experience the magic of Kadim Al Sahir Live on 23 May 2024 at Dubai’s Coca‑Cola Arena for an unforgettable evening of rich Arabic melodies, romance and nostalgia. Elevating Arabic Music: Kadim Al Sahir Returns to Dubai Dubai welcomes…
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Earthsoul brings French Montana in to wow the city
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