What's On https://whatson.ae/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Wed, 10 Jun 2026 18:27:00 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 Watch: Visit Dubai shares video of Dubai reimagined in LEGO https://whatson.ae/2026/06/watch-visit-dubai-shares-video-of-dubai-reimagined-in-lego/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 14:26:22 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390641 The video was shared by Dubai’s official tourism account Dubai wasn’t built overnight. It grew brick by brick into the city it is today – a fitting comparison to a video from Dubai’s official tourism account, Visit Dubai, which reimagines the city in LEGO form.   View this post on Instagram   A post shared […]

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]]> 20 budget-friendly things to do in Abu Dhabi https://whatson.ae/2026/06/20-budget-friendly-things-to-do-in-abu-dhabi/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 12:50:59 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390633 Looking for budget-friendly things to do in Abu Dhabi? We’ve rounded up some of the best activities in the city that won’t break the bank You don’t need to spend a fortune to have fun in the capital. From iconic landmarks and cultural attractions to outdoor adventures, family-friendly activities and hidden gems, there are plenty […]

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]]> 14 of the best pool day passes in Abu Dhabi right now https://whatson.ae/2026/06/the-best-pool-day-passes-in-abu-dhabi-right-now/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 11:07:20 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390611 Looking for the best pool day passes in Abu Dhabi? We’ve rounded up some of the city’s top spots for a day of sun, swimming and relaxation Whether you’re after a luxury infinity pool, a rooftop escape with skyline views or a family-friendly day out, these pool day passes in Abu Dhabi have you covered. […]

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]]> 15 Dubai staycations to try this long weekend https://whatson.ae/2026/06/15-dubai-staycations-to-try-this-eid-al-adha-2026/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 09:55:28 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=388916 Need a change of scene this long weekend? Check into these Dubai staycations If you feel like you’ve been home for a while and need a change, you’re not alone. The long weekend is around the corner, and it’s the perfect excuse to book one of these Dubai staycations. Want to get out but still […]

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]]> 10 things to do in Dubai this long weekend: June 12 to 15 https://whatson.ae/2026/06/10-things-to-do-in-dubai-this-long-weeked-june-12-to-15/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:39:45 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390544 Sunrise yoga, sunset dinners and World Cup fan zones: 10 things to do in Dubai this weekend This long weekend could start with sunrise yoga and end with sunset dinner overlooking Burj Al Arab. Somewhere in between, there are brunches, desert adventures, World Cup fan zones, staycations, and wellness treatments worth adding to the calendar. […]

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]]> garden on 8 is turning into the ultimate fan zone for the 2026 World Cup https://whatson.ae/2026/06/garden-on-8-is-turning-into-the-ultimate-fan-zone-for-the-2026-world-cup/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:04:29 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390361 Sponsored: The relaxed rooftop sports bar is screening the World Cup live Football fans, we’ve found the ultimate spot to watch your teams triumph (or fail!) in the 2026 World Cup, no matter the time of the match. The What’s-On-Award-winning garden on 8 is transforming into a sports hub and creating a rooftop football fan […]

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]]> This Dubai book sale has 1,000 books going for just Dhs1 this weekend https://whatson.ae/2026/06/bookends-books-for-dhs1-sale/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:37:22 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390556 Readers, time to add to your TBR Does your book collection already stack up to your height? Well, it’s about to get even taller – there’s a book sale taking place this weekend in Dubai, with books on sale for just Dhs1.  Taking place at Bookends, the three-day sale takes place from Saturday, June 13 […]

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]]> 10 things we rate about: The UAE summer https://whatson.ae/2026/06/things-we-rate-about-the-uae-summer/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:54:44 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=387281 UAE summers > winter almost everywhere else… A large part of the way you experience life, along with the meaning and enjoyment you extract from it, comes down to perspective. You can actively choose the lens through which you encounter events and emotions, you can always make a conscious decision to opt for love, light, […]

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]]> Here’s when every World Cup 2026 match kicks off in the UAE https://whatson.ae/2026/06/football-world-cup-match-timings-uae-2026/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 04:00:49 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389677 Prepare to renegotiate your bedtime The World Cup 2026 might be unfolding thousands of kilometres away, but fans in the UAE won’t miss a single kick. The only question is how much sleep you’ll lose over the next few weeks. From late-night group stage clashes to early-morning knockouts, here’s every match kick-off time in UAE […]

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]]> 3 UAE-founded brands you need to know about https://whatson.ae/2026/06/3-uae-founded-brands-you-need-to-know-about/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:05:34 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390505 UAE brands are the best, just saying What’s On is a UAE founded brand, and if you’re here on this page, you must like us… so here are some other UAE founded-brands we think you’ll like, from clothing to dog food, each created in this country we call home. Francesca Alice   View this post […]

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]]> These items were left behind in Uber rides in the UAE over the past year https://whatson.ae/2026/06/these-items-were-left-behind-in-uber-taxis-in-the-uae-over-the-past-year/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:22:01 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390506 I’m sorry… You left WHAT in your Uber?! We’ve all done it – a rushed exit from your Uber in the UAE, a quick thanks to the driver, and a confident walk away… only to realise later that something important didn’t make it out with us. From the expected – phones, wallets, sunglasses – to […]

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]]> These bright orange flowers are suddenly everywhere in Dubai, here’s why https://whatson.ae/2026/06/these-bright-orange-flowers-are-suddenly-everywhere-in-dubai-heres-why/ Tue, 09 Jun 2026 09:53:21 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390475 The vibrant blooms are back for the season, but there’s another reason you’re spotting them all across the city this year If you’ve been out and about in Dubai over the past few weeks, you’ve probably noticed bursts of vivid red-orange blossom brightening streets, parks and neighbourhoods across the city. Those striking blooms belong to […]

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