- SIRENE by GAIA celebrates its Grand Season Opening at J1 Beach with an evolving day-to-night Mediterranean showcase.
- Squisito Brunch returns to Boardwalk at Dubai Creek Resort with al fresco waterside dining.
- KIGO at Four Seasons Hotel DIFC presents its newly awarded Michelin-starred Kaiseki and Omakase.
- 25 Jump Street returns for Season 2 at One Central featuring street bites, comedy, and the new Lucy Lu speakeasy.
- Expanded hotel and fitness perks include complimentary open-gym passes at Veo, Sunday roasts at Offside JBR, and coastal staycations with Rove Hotels.
With the pleasant autumn breeze settling in, Dubai and Abu Dhabi are kicking into high gear. From landmark beach club season openings and Michelin-starred tasting menus to free community fitness workouts, Sunday roasts by the beach, and staycation escapes, here is your definitive, guide to planning the ultimate weekend!
1. Celebrate SIRENE by GAIA’s Grand Season Opening (J1 Beach)
Marking an exciting milestone for coastal dining, SIRENE by GAIA welcomes its official Grand Season Opening on Saturday, October 17th. Conceived as a seamless day-to-night Mediterranean journey, the morning starts by the water with fresh fruit platters and plush sun loungers. By midday, the restaurant comes alive with SIRENE’s signature Greek à la carte dishes and live band performances, before transitioning into dusk as a guest DJ takes the reins at the Sunset Lounge.
- When: Saturday, 17 October 2026 | From 10:00 AM until late
- Location: SIRENE by GAIA, J1 Beach, Jumeirah 1, Dubai
- Reservations: Call 04 834 0303
- Website: sirenebeach.com
- Instagram: @sirenebeach
2. Settle into Al Fresco Saturdays with Squisito Brunch at Boardwalk
Boardwalk welcomes back its beloved Squisito Brunch at Dubai Creek Resort. Built around long, leisurely Italian afternoons, dishes arrive family-style to the table to encourage sharing over conversation, paired with live musical duo performances and uninterrupted views across the Creek.
- When: Every Saturday, starting 17 October 2026 | 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- Location: Boardwalk, Dubai Creek Resort, Deira, Dubai
- Packages:
- Soft Beverages: AED 275 per person
- Sparkling Package: AED 450 per person
- Lobster & Champagne Package: AED 650 per person
- Reservations: Call 04 602 1583 | Email
restaurantreservations@hyatt.com - Website: hyattrestaurants.com
- Instagram: @boardwalkdubai
3. Experience Michelin-Starred Kaiseki at KIGO (Four Seasons DIFC)
Fresh from receiving its first Michelin star at the Michelin Guide Dubai 2026 ceremony, KIGO is one of only two restaurants in the city to earn a new star this year. Helmed by Chef Akinori “Aki” Tanigawa, who also took home the Michelin Guide Service Award, KIGO showcases the delicate art of seasonal Kaiseki and Omakase. Dishes shift continuously with peak seasonal produce, delivering extraordinary balance, precision, and authentic Japanese craft.
- When: Wednesday to Sunday | From 6:00 PM onwards
- Location: KIGO, Four Seasons Hotel DIFC, Gate Village, Dubai
- Price: AED 1,500 per person
- Reservations: Call +971 4 506 0388 | Email
kigo.dubaidifc@fourseasons.com - Website: fourseasons.com/dubaidifc
- Instagram: @kigo.dubai and @fsdubaidifc
4. Taste Chef Kelvin Cheung’s “The Short Story: Volume 4” at Jun’s
Downtown favorite Jun’s introduces the fourth chapter of Chef Kelvin Cheung’s seven-course tasting menu. Centered around his Third Culture Cooking philosophy, each course draws from personal childhood memories and global street food heritage. Highlights include Pequod’s Deep Dish Pizza, Wagyu Steak with Handmade Noodles, Keri Chaat, and an indulgent Palestinian Olive Oil dessert (with a dedicated vegetarian menu also available).
- When: Daily | 12:00 PM to 1:00 AM
- Location: Jun’s, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai
- Price: AED 295 per person
- Website: junsdubai.com
- Instagram: @junsdubai
5. Stroll Around 25 Jump Street Season 2 (One Central)
As evening temperatures drop, 25 Jump Street returns to One Central for its second season. The lively open-air corridor brings together street eats, live buskers, activations, and the iconic oversized teddy bear installation. Dine on Japanese street food at YUBI, Lebanese classics at Em Sherif Deli, smashed patties at Junk Smash Burger, comedy sets at Pepperoni Comedy Club, and late-night cocktails at the newly introduced speakeasy Lucy Lu (by Le Trottoir de Paloma).
- When: Daily from afternoon until late
- Location: 25 Jump Street, One Central (adjacent to 25hours Hotel Dubai), DWTC
- Website: onecentral.ae
- Instagram: @onecentraldubai and @25hourshoteldubai
6. Unwind with Golden Hour at Isabel Mayfair Abu Dhabi
For a relaxed afternoon in the capital, head to Isabel Mayfair inside The Galleria Al Maryah Island. Their daily Golden Hour offers handcrafted cocktails and timeless classics for just AED 45 each, paired with Mediterranean small plates such as Tuna Tartare, Stracciatella Radiatori, Angus Beef Tartare, and Grilled Octopus.
- When: Daily | 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Location: Isabel Mayfair Abu Dhabi, The Galleria Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
- Price: AED 45 per cocktail
- Website: isabelabudhabi.com
- Instagram: @isabelabudhabi
7. Experience Live-Fire Cooking at L’ETO Restaurant (Abu Dhabi)
L’ETO at Galleria Mall transforms into a high-energy evening destination centered on open-flame cooking. The kitchen uses wood smoke and open grills to bring out bold flavors in premium cuts and fresh produce, while a resident DJ curates the soundtrack for a dinner that effortlessly flows into the late hours.
- When:
- Wednesday to Thursday: Open until midnight
- Friday to Saturday: Open until 1:00 AM
- Sunday: Open until 11:00 PM
- Location: L’ETO Restaurant, The Galleria Mall, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi
- Website: letocaffe.ae
- Instagram: @letocaffe.ae
8. Order Weekend Comfort Food from Jooksing
Craving a cozy night on the sofa? Jooksing, the Chinese American concept founded by Chef Kelvin Cheung and restaurateur Neha Anand, has expanded its delivery operations from Downtown to cover Jumeirah, Al Quoz, and surrounding neighborhoods. Dig into the loaded Chicken Chinese Chippy (crispy gluten-free chicken, fries, cheese, and signature sauce), alongside comforting bowls of Pad Thai, Beijing Beef, and Honey Garlic Chicken.
- When: Daily lunch and dinner hours
- Location: Available on Deliveroo, Talabat, and Careem across central Dubai
- Instagram: @jooksing.ae
9. Sample Single-Origins & Matcha at TRIO’s New Jumeirah Café
Specialty coffee lovers can check out TRIO’s newest location in Umm Suqeim 2. Featuring a dedicated V60 pour-over bar with rotating single-origin beans, the cafe also serves drinks like Caramel Shortbread Matcha, Marble Raspberry Matcha, and Spanish Lattes, alongside daily baked viennoiseries and flaky croissants from their in-house bakery.
- When: Open daily
- Location: TRIO Jumeirah, 22nd Street, Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai
- Website: triocafe.ae
- Instagram: @triocafe.ae
10. Book a Nature Pilates Session at The Bay Health Club (Al Barari)
Leave behind the city bustle for a workout surrounded by greenery. The Bay Health Club in Al Barari offers Reformer and Mat Pilates sessions inside light-filled studios overlooking tranquil botanical gardens. Led by expert instructors and suitable for all fitness levels, it provides an ideal space to build core strength and reset your posture.
- Location: The Bay Health Club, Seventh Heaven, Al Barari, Dubai
- Details: Open to members and casual drop-ins (membership packages available)
- Website: thebayhealthclub.com
- Instagram: @thebayhealthclub
11. Indulge in The 400 Signature at The St. Regis Spa
Channeling the glamour of New York’s Gilded Age, The St. Regis Spa presents “The 400 Signature”, an indulgent 180-minute head-to-toe ritual. The treatment begins with a full-body reviving granita scrub to smooth skin, followed by an aromatic full-body massage, and finishes with a triple-active SOTHYS facial focused on hydration, plumping, and youthful radiance.
- Location: The St. Regis Spa, The St. Regis Downtown Dubai
- Offer: The 400 Signature (180-minute treatment)
- Price: AED 2,050 per person
- Reservations: Call +971 4 512 5555
- Website: stregisdowntowndubai.com
- Instagram: @stregisdowntowndubai
12. Try Seasonal Pods with Nespresso Gingerbread & Peppermint Pinwheel
Bring holiday spices to your home coffee routine with Nespresso’s returning limited-edition Vertuo coffees. Gingerbread combines warming ginger spice with notes of toasted cookie, while Peppermint Pinwheel delivers a crisp peppermint profile inspired by traditional candy canes. Both pair smoothly with hot or cold milk for an elevated morning cup.
- When: Available for a limited time
- Where: Nespresso boutiques across the UAE, the Nespresso App, and online
- Website: nespresso.com/ae
- Instagram: @nespresso.ae
13. Enjoy Free Open Gym Access & Classes at Veo Arabian Ranches 2
Looking to shake up your fitness routine without a commitment? Veo is opening its doors to non-members all weekend, providing complimentary access to its gym floor and available group fitness classes. Turn up, explore the community club, and get moving.
- When: Saturday, 17 October and Sunday, 18 October 2026 | All day
- Location: Veo Arabian Ranches 2 Leisure Centre, Dubai
- Price: Free (complimentary access, subject to availability, no advance booking required)
- Website: veofitness.com
- Instagram: @veofitness
14. Start Sunday with Pinktober Yoga & Sound Healing at Veo
Start Sunday on a peaceful note with Veo’s special Pinktober wellness morning. The two-hour gathering unites gentle yoga, resonant sound healing, and a breast cancer wellness awareness talk led by medical experts, followed by a wholesome breakfast spread by HARVST.
- When: Sunday, 18 October 2026 | 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
- Location: Veo Arabian Ranches 2 Leisure Centre, Dubai
- Registration: Visit veofitness.com/en/events
- Instagram: @veofitness
15. Tuck into a Sunday Roast at Offside (JA Ocean View Hotel, JBR)
Sundays call for a proper roast dinner, and Offside at JA Ocean View Hotel serves up all the traditional trimmings. Enjoy succulent roasted meats, golden roast potatoes, fluffy Yorkshire puddings, buttered seasonal vegetables, and homemade rich gravy, complete with two beverages included in the deal.
- When: Sunday, 18 October 2026 | Available all day
- Location: Offside, JA Ocean View Hotel, The Walk, JBR, Dubai
- Price: AED 149 per person (includes full roast and two drinks)
- Reservations: Call +971 56 522 0219
- Website: jaresortshotels.com
- Instagram: @offsidedxb
16. Turn Theme Park Thrills into a Staycation at Rove At The Park
Why squeeze a full day of rollercoasters into a hurried drive home? Rove At The Park offers a family staycation package that includes two tickets to Dubai Parks and Resorts alongside an overnight hotel stay for two guests. It gives you the chance to explore MOTIONGATE, Real Madrid World, or LEGOLAND at your own leisure.
- When: Valid until 31 October 2026
- Location: Rove At The Park, Dubai Parks and Resorts, Jebel Ali
- Price: AED 590 net for two guests (additional theme park tickets at AED 295 per person)
- Bookings: rovehotels.com
- Instagram: @rovehotels
17. Escape to the Coast with Rove’s “The Place to Beach”
With the weather cooling down, trade city skylines for seaside downtime. Rove Hotels makes a coastal getaway simple with “The Place to Beach” promotion, offering beachside stays at Rove La Mer Beach in Dubai or Rove Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah starting from just AED 399 per night.
- When: Valid until 30 November 2026
- Location: Rove La Mer Beach (Dubai) and Rove Al Marjan Island (Ras Al Khaimah)
- Price: From AED 399 plus taxes and fees
- Bookings: rovehotels.com
- Instagram: @rovehotels
From lounging poolside at SIRENE’s grand opening to tucking into a Sunday roast in JBR or setting off on a coastal road trip to Al Marjan Island, this weekend brings endless ways to enjoy the season. Pick your favorite experiences, gather your friends, and make the most of every hour!
