Culture - Dubai arts, cinema and culture guide, https://whatson.ae/section/culture/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:01:30 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 CoComelon & Blippi are heading to Abu Dhabi this August https://whatson.ae/2026/06/cocomelon-blippi-are-heading-to-abu-dhabi-this-august/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:00:38 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390111 Two kids’ favourites, one stage, and plenty of sing-along fun Parents, prepare to hear plenty of excited squeals. CoComelon and Blippi will share the stage in Abu Dhabi for the first time, bringing two of kids’ favourite shows together in one live performance. The hit children’s show CoComelon: Sing-A-Long LIVE lands in Abu Dhabi on […]

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]]> 6 things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend: June 5 to 7 https://whatson.ae/2026/06/things-to-do-in-abu-dhabi-this-weekend-june-5-to-7/ Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:00:52 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389763 Abu Dhabi, but make it a weekend well spent Abu Dhabi is in that sweet spot where the weekend feels like a menu you want to order everything from. There’s something new baking in the café scene, a few indulgent bites worth planning lunch around, and plenty of ways to swap your usual routine for […]

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]]> Michel Fadel, Shawn Chidiac & more to perform at Dubai Opera https://whatson.ae/2026/06/michel-fadel-shawn-chidiac-more-to-perfrom-at-dubai-opera/ Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:43:45 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389570 RE:SET brings music, comedy, storytelling and surprise performances together for one night only at Dubai Opera Dubai is no stranger to big events, but RE:SET is doing things a little differently. Landing at Dubai Opera on Saturday June 6, the one-night-only live experience brings together some of the region’s most recognisable names across music, comedy, […]

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]]> 8 cool new things to do in Abu Dhabi this June https://whatson.ae/2026/06/things-to-do-in-abu-dhabi-this-june-2026/ Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:12:53 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389513 From waterfront cafés and immersive cinema experiences to new dining concepts and live entertainment, here’s what’s new to try in Abu Dhabi this June Abu Dhabi’s calendar is heating up this June with a wave of new openings and experiences across the capital. From stylish new restaurants and laid-back café pop-ups to high-energy entertainment venues […]

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]]> Book now: The biggest musicals coming to the UAE https://whatson.ae/2026/05/musicals-in-the-uae-to-book/ Thu, 28 May 2026 10:00:20 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389233 Big costumes, bigger numbers, and plenty of show-stopping moments If you love musicals and live in the UAE, the coming theatre season is bringing a strong line-up of West End and Broadway favourites to stages across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. ABU DHABI Charlie and the Chocolate Factory When: August 28 to September 6, 2026 Where: […]

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]]> Last chance: Global Village Dubai closes for summer this weekend https://whatson.ae/2026/05/great-news-global-village-dubai-to-stay-open-until-the-end-of-may/ Wed, 27 May 2026 09:00:09 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=388029 Time to say goodbye…  One of Dubai’s most popular family attractions, Global Village was originally set to close on May 10 for the summer before a surprise extension pushed the season to May 31. With the final closing date now approaching, the long Eid Al Adha weekend is the perfect excuse to squeeze in a […]

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]]> These new attractions are set to transform Kalba in the coming months https://whatson.ae/2026/05/these-new-attractions-are-set-to-transform-kalba-in-the-coming-months/ Wed, 27 May 2026 07:05:19 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389368 From cultural hotspots to family-friendly experiences, Kalba is firmly cementing itself on the UAE’s tourism map Kalba, Sharjah’s charming east coast enclave, has been getting a glow-up in recent years. Nestled about 120km from Sharjah city, where the mountains meet the mangroves, it’s become quite the tourist hotspot thanks to scenic attractions like the Hanging […]

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]]> 55 amazing things to do in Dubai over the long Eid Al Adha weekend https://whatson.ae/2026/05/things-to-do-in-dubai-eid-al-adha-weekend-2026/ Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:35 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389163 From family fun to sunset sips, staycations and more, here’s how to make the most of the long Eid Al Adha weekend in Dubai The long Eid Al Adha weekend is your cue to switch off the routine and enjoy everything else Dubai has to offer. Whether you’re planning family-friendly days out, hunting down free […]

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]]> Dubai gets a starring role in the new Jack Ryan: Ghost War movie https://whatson.ae/2026/05/dubai-gets-a-starring-role-in-the-new-jack-ryan-ghost-war-movie/ Mon, 25 May 2026 04:33:36 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389244 Dubai Marina, Al Seef and One&Only One Za’abeel are among the famous landmarks you’ll see in the new Hollywood blockbuster As Jack Ryan: Ghost War landed on Prime Video on May 20, Dubai residents will likely have recognised the famous faces of the all-star cast: John Krasinski, Sienna Miller, Wendell Pierce and Michael Kelly. But […]

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]]> You only have days left to see Picasso’s masterpieces at Louvre Abu Dhabi https://whatson.ae/2026/05/picassos-masterpieces-arrive-at-the-louvre-abu-dhabi-this-january-2026/ Mon, 25 May 2026 04:00:28 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=378551 Don’t miss the chance to see the works of one of the most iconic names in modern art Art fans, if you’ve been meaning to visit, consider this your sign. The Louvre Abu Dhabi has been temporarily home to a collection of masterpieces by Pablo Picasso, but they’ll be heading back on May 31. That […]

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]]> Final days: Top outdoor attractions to visit in Dubai over Eid Al Adha https://whatson.ae/2026/05/outdoor-attractions-in-dubai-to-visit-before-summer/ https://whatson.ae/2026/05/outdoor-attractions-in-dubai-to-visit-before-summer/#comments Fri, 22 May 2026 09:00:05 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=225384 These popular outdoor attractions in Dubai are worth a few beads of sweat The cool UAE winter had bid farewell, and you know what that means… the summer sun is ready to make its grand entrance. Which means you need to soak up the outdoors and brave the slightly warmer temps while you still can. […]

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]]> https://whatson.ae/2026/05/outdoor-attractions-in-dubai-to-visit-before-summer/feed/ 15 Broadway sensation Chicago is coming to Dubai https://whatson.ae/2026/05/broadway-sensation-chicago-is-coming-to-dubai/ Fri, 22 May 2026 05:30:32 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=389089 With tickets from just Dhs49 From Broadway to City Walk, Chicago is coming to Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena later this year. The longest-running American musical in Broadway and West End history returns to Dubai for a five-day run from December 16 to 20, making it the perfect pre-Christmas musical treat. Tickets are already on sale, with […]

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