Summers in the UAE are about sun protection, refreshing drinks and experiences that bring both excitement and indulgence. For times when you cannot choose between a lively pool party, a relaxing staycation, a luxe late-night escape, or an immersive cultural experience, we have the UAE weekend guide. This curated guide presents the finest destinations to elevate your summer weekends. Let the season’s energy lead you to your next memorable escape, which might be just a few scrolls away.
In this UAE weekend guide, we have curated the most remarkable list of spots around the UAE to perk up your sunlit days of the holiday season. The UAE weekend guide will also mention exciting offers and discounts so the fun memories of the season do not become a burden on your pocket.
So, enjoy a refreshing summer snack and get scrolling to find your favourite places this summer –
Splash Into Family Fun At Yas Acres
For those seeking a change from the indoor monotony of summer and cannot decide where to go for the next family outing, Yas Acres is offering a perfect day out. Yas Acres is having an exhilarating pool party on every saturday according to UAE Weekend Guide For The Season.
It is an all-day, family-friendly event with activities to engage everyone. The event will have poolside fun, refreshing snack treats and activities to suit all ages, from crafts to getting your face painted. There will be many games like balloon twisting and an artistic swimming performance by Oceana.
So pack up your sunglasses, hats and swimsuits for the pool party of the summer at Yes Acres to top the list of UAE Weekend Guide.
- Where: Yas Acres Golf & Country Club, Yas Acres, Abu Dhabi
- When: Saturday, 21 June 2025 | 10am – 7pm
- Price: Dh150 per adult (Dh100 redeemable on F&B) | Free for kids under 11
- Booking: Walk-ins welcome or contact the club for details
A Discreet Underground Affair
For those seeking a thrilling luxe night escapade with an exclusive edge, the UAE weekend guide brings you forth ALAYA’s underground speakeasy LY-LA in DIFC, which is raising the temperatures every weekend with its exquisite fusion of heritage and high-end modernity.
It boasts of being a vibrant, luxurious boutique lounge with a Bedouin-inspired design that blends Middle Eastern nostalgia with modern nightlife energy. Every Friday to Saturday, LY-LA features back-to-back DJs, sophisticatedly crafted drinks and the most enigmatic post-11 pm energy.
This Friday, begin the party with DJ Gregorio’s wistful grooves and close off with DJ Fedde’s entrancing mix of Afro, Organic and Tech House.
So let your summer weekends escape into LY-LA’s sultry nights, and you surely won’t regret it to top choice in UAE Weekend Guide.
- Where: LY-LA, beneath ALAYA, DIFC
- When: Friday & Saturday | 10pm – 3am
- Reservations: +971 56 680 0430 | reservations@lyladubai.com
Taste Of Spain With Noche Tatel
Every Thursday, at 8:30pm, Tatel is taken over by flamenco rhythm because it is the day of Noche Tatel. It features live music, flamenco performances, exotic Spanish cuisine and performances by Fernando Gutiérrez.
The spread features Spanish delicacies like tuna tartare, seafood arroz del señoret, and their famous Basque cheesecake. Here each dish is carefully crafted to showcase the lively spirit of Spanish cuisine, blending traditional recipes with an international flair.
The late-night ambience has a breathtaking European feel to it, with the elegant interiors and terrace completing the experience.
If you have been wishing to get lost in Madrid-style nightlife, tap your feet to flamenco beats or even just enjoy a lively late-night sensory adventure, Noche Tatel will welcome you.
- Where: TATEL, Hotel Boulevard, Autograph Collection, Downtown Dubai
- When: Every Thursday, from 8.30 PM onwards
- Reservations: Call 04 215 2121
Seaside Bliss With Marriott Hotels
As summer’s official UAE weekend guide, this ideal location between the Walk and the Dubai Marina was a necessary inclusion, where we have the dreamy, quintessential staycation beach-front sanctuary – Delta Hotels by Marriott on Jumeirah Beach.
The hotel, with its seamless comfort, spacious rooms, and many floor-to-ceiling balconies, provides a perfect panoramic view of the beach or the Marina. With an ideal location, it gives easy access to cafes, shops and the soft sand of Jumeirah Beach. And the Marriott has launched a limited offer too.
Book an executive room or two-bedroom apartment, and enjoy a complimentary Half Board upgrade and up to 2000 Marriott Bonvoy points per stay according to UAE Weekend Guide.
The guests will also get 20% off at the following outlets according to UAE Weekend Guide:
- Fogueira’s Brazilian churrasco with skyline views,
- Gourmet treats at Jones the Grocer,
- Relaxing drinks at Speakeasy Dubai.
- Where: Delta Hotels by Marriott, Jumeirah Beach Residence
- Offer: Complimentary Half Board + bonus Bonvoy points + 20% off F&B
- Bookings: Available at the best available booking rate directly through the hotel
Luxe Chic Seafront Retreat and Brunch
Enjoy a lavish summer day indulgence in a boho chic seaside locale boasting tulum-style dining and a gourmet indulgence. Join on a Saturday from 1-5 pm to experience a high brunch at Beach Club, The Club, Palm Jumeirah.
The menu includes various delicacies such as Wagyu short ribs, oysters, lobsters and a variety of Mediterranean dishes, along with fun, handcrafted drinks and dreamy soft ice cream to cool down your summer.
Guests can extend their experience by attending the upbeat after-brunch gathering from 5-8 pm with a vibrant crowd and raving, delightful music.
The club also features an eccentric, live bar with unique cocktails, a sparkling blue pool to lounge and a beachside retreat with sun loungers to unwind.
- Where: Eva Beach Club, The Club, Palm Jumeirah
- When: Every Saturday, Brunch 1pm–5pm | After-party 5–8pm
- Packages: Dh395 (soft), Dh495 (house), Dh575 (premium)
- Reservations: Call 04 510 4800 or WhatsApp 056 506 4122
Cultural and Coastal Luxury with Rixos
The UAE weekend guide aims to include everything, even your artistic cravings. By booking a minimum of a two-night all-inclusive stay with Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, you will get the chance to savour an exclusive summer package that includes complimentary access to teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, a 17,000 sqm interactive, ever-evolving digital art experience by the Tokyo-based collective teamLab.
Rixos is a unique resort defined by luxury and exclusivity. The resort is located on pristine Saadiyat Islands and overlooks the Arabian Gulf. It also keeps the rich Arab culture alive with its beautiful gardens and architecture.
For a day that begins with a view of the magnificent Arabian Gulf and ends with an immersive art experience, Rixos Premium and teamLab Phenomena are your call according to UAE Weekend Guide.
- Where: Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
- Offer: Stay two nights or more and enjoy complimentary adult access to teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi
- Bookings: Email – reservation.saadiyat@rixos.com
Unskippable Indoor Entertainment
If you enjoy friendly competition in games, neon rooms with cool snacks, augmented reality and fizzy mocktails, this section is for you.
Our carefully curated UAE weekend guide has something for every preference, and Tiger Strikes at Megaplex, Dubai is our top choice. It is an all-ages indoor entertainment hub that offers everything from augmented reality cricket to digital darts. It blends traditional games with fun, innovative twists that challenge and excite people of all ages.
To keep the energy running, they offer an exciting menu with items like sushi, pocket samosa, and the signature Siberian Tiger burger with crowd-pleasing drinks from creamy iced lattes to thick smoothies and fizzy mocktails.
Where: Tiger Strikes, Megaplex Dubai
What: AR cricket, bowling, digital darts, pool, and elevated casual dining
Refreshing Summer Rejuvenation
ReFIVE Spa is an award-winning wellness oasis at FIVE Palm Jumeirah, for a heavenly, restorative, summer-ready glow-up that sets an impressive benchmark.
With the World Luxury Spa Awards 2024, ReFIVE sets the standard for luxury and rejuvenation in the heart of Dubai and offers a range of services such as spray tan, slimming exfoliation, sodashi facial and luxury hammam. They also provide complimentary access to the spa pool and beach. Add bamboo massages with CBD oils and refreshing ice therapy sessions to your package for a perfect cool down after a sun-soaked day.
If all your body is calling for renewal and retreat, ReFive spa is a must-visit summer spot according to UAE Weekend Guide.
- Where: ReFIVE Spa, FIVE Palm Jumeirah
- When: Fri–Sun: 10am–12 pm
- Highlights: Facials from Dh685, Voya Mud Wrap Dh455, Signature Hammam and more
And with that, the UAE weekend guide list comes to an end, but your summer is just beginning, so pour yourself a sweet iced tea, pack a pair of sunglasses and plan your perfect seasonal getaway now.
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