Parties and performances to know about in Dubai for the long weekend

Strap in for a busy weekend…

The long weekend is finally here and Dubai is making sure that there are plenty of parties and performances taking place that you definitely won’t want to miss out on. This long weekend we’ve got rappers, pool parties, and DJs galore – so strap in and get ready for a rager of a weekend. If the party scene isn’t your vibe, we have a long list of other fun things to check out too.

Here are all the parties and performances to check out in Dubai this long weekend. 

Thursday, 28 September

Quavo

One-third of the American hip-hop group Migos, Quavo will be headlining Blu and is kick-starting the long weekend with some of his top hits. If you didn’t know, Quavo as a stand-alone artist, is known for hits including Hotel Lobby, Turn Yo Clic Up, and Greatness. Working alongside his family Migos you may know tracks such as Need It, Slide, and Walk It Talk It. 

Club Blu, V Hotel, Al Habtoor City. @clubbludubai

Friday, 29 September

Mist

This weekend, Soho Garden Meydan is welcoming a long list of performances, on that list is British rapper, Mist. Known for tracks including Oh Baby, So High, and 47 he will be supported by Mister Levier, 1TakenNandos and DJ Shortman. Door policy applies and tables are available.

Black, Soho Garden Dubai, Racecourse Grand Stand, Meydan. Tel: (0)45 238 88849 @sohogardendxb

Robin Schulz

The Penthouse at FIVE Palm Jumeirah is a firm favourite for a top night out, with its regular rotation of epic events, live DJs, and incredible skyline vistas. This weekend, Robin Shulz will be back and headlining on Friday from 11pm. You’ll know Robin Schulz for his tracks such as Waves, Sugar and Miss You. Known for his tropical house vibes, he can count David Guetta and Justin Bieber among his former collaborators. Entry is free for ladies and Dhs300 for men inclusive of three drinks.

The Penthouse, FIVE Palm Jumeirah. Friday, September 29, from 11pm. Tel: (052) 900 4868, thepenthouse.co/dubai

Saturday, 30 September

Sigma and Katy B

Taking place at the iconic Dubai beach club, Barasti, there is a long lineup of incredible performances starting with Sigma on Saturday, September 30. You may know them for hits such as Nobody to Love, Adrenaline Rush and Glitterball. They will be supported by none other than Katy B, who is known for the 2010s tracks Lights On, Turn the Music Louder and Katy on a Mission. 

DXBeats, Barasti Beach, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi, Sat Sept 30. Ticket prices TBA. @barastibeach / @dxbeats.ae

Pool parties at Pallazo Versace

If you’re looking for a luxe poolside spot to while away the weekend, look no further than La Piscina by Palazzo Versace. The adult-only pool is ending the month in style with its cosmic-themed pool party this Saturday, from 1pm to 4pm. Located at the Palazzo Versace, this outer-space-themed extravaganza will feature live DJ sets, dancers, space-themed cocktails, decor, and more. Packages are priced at Dhs150 for ladies and Dh300 for men inclusive of three hours of unlimited drinks.

La Piscina, Palazzo Versace Hotel. Saturday, September 30, 1pm to 3pm. Dhs150 for ladies and Dh300 for men. palazzoversace.ae

Sun, 1 October

West Beach Sundaze

Starting this this weekend Wane on The Palm is introducing a brand new Sunday pool and beach party that also doubles as a brunch. The West Beach Sundaze which will be run by the legends in the brunch game – Candypants, the brunch is priced at Dhs199 for ladies and Dhs349 for gents.

Wane Palm, Palm West Beach, Radisson Resort, Sundays from 1pm to 5pm, Dhs199 for ladies and Dhs39 for gents, after brunch from 5pm to 8pm, Dhs100 for three drinks. @wane_palm 

Charlie Puth – Abu Dhabi

A legend known on socials for always being perfectly in key and creating songs from household items including light switches. Charlie Puth and the ‘Charlie’ Live Experience at the Etihad Arena in Abu Dhabi this Sunday, as we fly into a final quarter loaded with exciting events and entertainment in the capital.
Charlie Puth Presents: The “Charlie” Live Experience, Etihad Arena, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 6:oopm, Sunday October 1. tickets from Dhs270, livenation.me

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