Culture - Dubai arts, cinema and culture guide, https://whatson.ae/section/culture/ Things to do in Dubai & the UAE Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:35:27 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 6 cultural attractions coming to the UAE we can’t wait to visit https://whatson.ae/2026/06/cultural-attractions-in-uae-coming-soon/ Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:35:27 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391840 Culture vultures, there’s a lot unfolding across the UAE The UAE’s cultural landscape is growing at an impressive pace. Across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, ambitious new museums, immersive art spaces, landmark theatres and restored heritage sites are redefining how we experience art, history and live performance. Whether you’re an art enthusiast, a performance fan, […]

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]]> Dar al Funoon: A new performing arts centre is coming to Abu Dhabi https://whatson.ae/2026/06/dar-al-funoon-a-new-performing-arts-centre-is-coming-to-abu-dhabi/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:33:29 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391802 Abu Dhabi just announced something special Culture lovers already have plenty of reasons to visit Saadiyat Island. While many are eagerly awaiting the opening of the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi later this year, the capital has revealed another exciting addition to its cultural landscape: Dar al Funoon Abu Dhabi, a brand-new performing arts centre. The announcement […]

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]]> A free pop culture gathering is taking place in Dubai this weekend https://whatson.ae/2026/06/community-gathering-speedy-comics-dubai-times-square/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:22:23 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391740 Trading cards, cosplay, collectibles and family fun come together at this free community event Collectors, gamers and pop culture fans, clear your calendars. Community Gathering, presented by Speedy Comics, is taking over Times Square Center this weekend on Saturday, June 27 and 28, with a jam-packed line-up of trading cards, collectibles, creativity and family-friendly entertainment. […]

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]]> Inside Treasured Sayings, the new Assouline book honouring Sheikh Zayed’s legacy https://whatson.ae/2026/06/inside-treasured-sayings-the-new-assouline-book-honouring-sheikh-zayeds-legacy/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:15:37 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391107 Sponsored: Featuring selected poems by the Founding Father, the publication reflects the values and vision that shaped the UAE’s cultural identity The Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT), Abu Dhabi, has launched a new book titled Treasured Sayings, honouring the poetic legacy of the country’s Founding Father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. […]

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]]> Welcome to the urban jungle: 24 botanical UAE beauty spots to explore https://whatson.ae/2026/06/welcome-to-the-urban-jungle-24-botanical-uae-beauty-spots-to-explore/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:13:59 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=386139 Run towards the roar at these fantastical botanical UAE spectacles… For a relatively compact nation, the UAE wears quite the wardrobe of geography. Contained within its confines, intrepid explorers can roam rolling desert dunes, make for manmade island archipelagos, wander in the shadows of huge futuristic tower clusters, hike the spine of entire mountain chains, […]

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]]> The ultimate Michael Jackson tribute act returns to Dubai in July https://whatson.ae/2026/06/the-ultimate-michael-jackson-tribute-act-returns-to-dubai-in-july/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:27:43 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=391014 If you’ve ever wanted to see Michael Jackson live, this is possibly the closest you’re going to get Michael Jackson continues to live on in the hearts of fans and music lovers across the world, and if you’ve ever wanted to see him perform live, this ultimate Michael Jackson tribute act in Dubai comes close. […]

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]]> Andrea Bocelli to perform during Abu Dhabi Grand Prix race week https://whatson.ae/2026/06/andrea-bocelli-to-perform-during-abu-dhabi-grand-prix-race-week/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 08:00:20 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390959 It’s not the voice you’d expect to hear during an adrenaline-fuelled race week, but Andrea Bocelli is joining the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix line-up for 2026 When you think of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Andrea Bocelli probably isn’t the first name that comes to mind. Yet the legendary Italian tenor is set to become […]

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]]> 7 summer blockbusters to look forward to https://whatson.ae/2026/06/7-summer-blockbusters-to-look-forward-to/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 05:12:27 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=385193 2026 has already seen some serious cinematic heat hit the box office, but judging by the summer release slate, it’s just been warming up… Disclosure Day Out now Plot information on this Spielberg-directed, Emily Blunt-led sci-fi picture has been locked down tighter than a set of Majestic 12 meeting minutes, but we can make some […]

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]]> 2 new Superman rides are coming to Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi https://whatson.ae/2026/06/2-new-superman-rides-are-coming-to-warner-bros-world-abu-dhabi/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 07:00:22 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390818 Metropolis is getting an upgrade Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi is expanding its line-up of thrills with not one, but two new DC-themed attractions, including a brand-new Superman experience set to launch later this summer. Announced by Miral in partnership with Warner Bros Discovery, the additions will bring Kryptonite Collider and Superman Up and Away […]

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]]> 8 things to do in Abu Dhabi this long weekend: June 12 to 15 https://whatson.ae/2026/06/things-to-do-in-abu-dhabi-this-long-weekend-june-12-to-15/ Thu, 11 Jun 2026 04:08:21 +0000 https://whatson.ae/?p=390663 From scent-led art at Louvre Abu Dhabi to spa resets, live entertainment and more There’s a long weekend incoming, and Abu Dhabi is rolling out everything from immersive art encounters and chilled-out wellness escapes to high-energy entertainment and culture-backed experiences. Whether you’re planning to slow things down or fill every day with something cool, the […]

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]]> 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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]]> 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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