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Dubai and Abu Dhabi don't do things quietly. About this section

Dubai and Abu Dhabi don't do things quietly. Pacha, Ushuaia, and Ministry of Sound have all planted flags here. Arena concerts sell out within hours. The dining scene holds its own against any city in the world. What's Hot in UAE covers all of it — bars, clubs, beach clubs, rooftop venues, live music, comedy nights, brunches, and the events worth clearing your calendar for. Updated regularly by people who have actually been to these places, not summarised from a press release.

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Competitions

Win a free cabana at W Dubai The Palm

Competition closed — May 2024. This giveaway ran in May 2024 and is no longer open to entries. The winner was announced on Instagram at the time. We have kept this page online as a record of the event, but please do not attempt to enter: no entries are being accepted or judged. (Stay tuned…

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Beach & Pool Clubs

UAE Beach Guide: 20 Coastal Spots, Fees & Access Checks

I’ve lived in the UAE long enough to know that its skyline and desert get all the headlines — but if you follow the coastline, you discover an entirely different side to the Emirates. Our shores are as diverse as our cities: stretches of golden sand in Dubai, wild mountain-backed bays in Fujairah, and eco-protected…

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Concerts

The Best Concerts Coming Up in Dubai & the UAE (2026)

The UAE has become one of the most reliable stops on the global touring circuit, and 2026 is a bumper year. Between Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena and Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Arena and Etihad Park on Yas Island, the calendar runs from intimate singer-songwriter nights to stadium-scale spectacles. Here are the shows worth planning around — and…

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Concerts

Hussain Al Jassmi & Sherine Abdel Wahab live

Get ready for an evening of mesmerizing music and captivating performances. Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena will host a spectacular concert on June 21, 2024. It features two of the Arab world’s most beloved music icons, Hussain Al Jassmi & Sherine Abdel Wahab live. This event promises to be a highlight in the cultural calendar of the…

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Concerts

Kadim Al Sahir Live in Dubai

Key Facts Headliner: Kadim Al Sahir Venue: Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, Dubai Date: 23 May 2024 — this event has already taken place Experience the magic of Kadim Al Sahir Live on 23 May 2024 at Dubai’s Coca‑Cola Arena for an unforgettable evening of rich Arabic melodies, romance and nostalgia. Elevating Arabic Music: Kadim Al Sahir Returns to Dubai Dubai welcomes…

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