EXCITING things to do in Dubai this weekend: July 3-5
With school break officially kicking off this weekend, Dubai has plenty of family-friendly plans, indoor activities, live performances and relaxed dining stops to add to the calendar from July 3 to 5. From City Walk’s summer market and LEGO® activation to immersive shows at TODA, sweet café rituals and fun indoor experiences, here are a few things to check out this weekend.
ACTIVITIES
Support Local at The Ripe Market | City Walk
Following a successful run during Eid Al Adha, The Ripe Market returns to City Walk for a 12-weekend summer series, bringing together local SMEs, homegrown artisans, handmade crafts, fashion, skincare products, small-batch treats and more. Taking place on selected weekends until September, the market will run this weekend on July 4 and 5 from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM at the Courtyard in front of iStyle.
Experience the LEGO® Editions Activation | City Walk
Families and football fans can head to City Walk for an interactive sports-themed LEGO® experience, complete with skill-based challenges, creative building activities, photo opportunities with LEGO® G.O.A.T. footballer minifigures and a giant LEGO® World Cup Trophy Big Build. Running daily until July 19 from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, access is available upon presenting a receipt with a minimum spend of AED 100 at any City Walk dining, retail or entertainment outlet.
Museum of Illusions | Souk Al Seef
For anyone turning a creek walk into a full afternoon plan, Museum of Illusions at Souk Al Seef adds a fun indoor stop along the way, with spinning vortex tunnels, optical illusions and interactive rooms that are just chaotic enough to fill up the camera roll. Tickets start from AED 82.
PERFORMANCES & WELLNESS
Deep Restoration & Inner Alignment | Theatre of Digital Art, Souk Madinat Jumeirah
The weekend begins at TODA with Deep Restoration & Inner Alignment on July 3 at 8:00 PM, a restorative wellness session combining Yoga Nidra, Hypno Sound Healing, EFT tapping and Reiki-inspired healing techniques to encourage relaxation, emotional balance and inner calm.
Kids & Classics: Goldilocks & The Three Bears | Theatre of Digital Art, Souk Madinat Jumeirah
A charming pick for families, Kids & Classics: Goldilocks & The Three Bears takes place on July 5 at 11:00 AM, introducing young audiences to Beethoven’s music through the beloved fairytale, with live trumpet and piano performances, storytelling and engaging activities.
Almaydee Night | Theatre of Digital Art, Souk Madinat Jumeirah
Later that evening, TODA hosts Almaydee Night on July 5 at 8:00 PM, a live performance led by one of the UAE’s distinctive contemporary artists, blending blues, funk, rock, jazz and timeless classics in an intimate immersive setting.
DINING & CAFÉ STOPS
Afternoon Dessert & Coffee | People Restaurant, Al Khawaneej Walk
People Café has introduced a new daily Afternoon Dessert & Coffee ritual at Al Khawaneej Walk, running from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Guests can enjoy a choice of live-prepared tiramisu or vanilla cheesecake, paired with tea or coffee for AED 85.
All-Day Breakfast | Charlie & Friends
For an easy café plan that works at any hour, Charlie & Friends serves all-day breakfast favourites alongside standout drinks and pastries, including the pistachio and raspberry croissant, coconut matcha, americano orange and cacao latte.
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