Events

Dubai events this week include a pastry workshop, World Cup semi-finals, night swim, J1 Beach pool day and a summer spritzer pop-up.

Abu Dhabi events this week include World Cup nights, Coopers deals, Beach House dining, a photo exhibition, mosque visits and drama classes.

Dubai Comedy Festival 2026 returns from October 9 to 18 with Dubai Opera, Coca-Cola Arena and multilingual shows.

Comic Con Abu Dhabi 2026 returns to ADNEC from September 11 to 13 with Mackenyu, creators, cosplay, gaming and tickets from Dhs160.

World Cup 2026 home viewing UAE plans can make late-night matches easier with screen size, seating, sound and family setup choices.

World Cup 2026 UAE timings for the semi-finals put France vs Spain and England vs Argentina at 11pm GST.

Beat The Heat Dubai 2026 returns to Dubai World Trade Centre with Arabic music stars, July and August dates and tickets from AED105.

UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi returns to Etihad Arena on July 25, with tickets from Dhs195 and Ankalaev vs Rountree Jr headlining.

Dubai spin class with live DJs comes to Reunion in Business Bay on July 15, with three 45-minute sessions and limited spots.

Dubai World Cup fan zone at DWTC screens all 104 FIFA World Cup matches indoors, with family entertainment and up to 2,000 guests per match.

Dubai Summer Surprises events this week include Modesh World, Cairokee live, Candlelight Concerts, K-pop pop-ups and shopping rewards.

Atif Aslam returns to Abu Dhabi on July 18, 2026, for a Blu Blood-presented Etihad Arena concert on Yas Island.