Updated on
May 2, 2024
Spring has sprung and May is absolutely brimming with Dubai’s exciting offers and events. From great concerts, amazing pool and beach escapes, and the tasty Dubai Restaurant Week, there’s always things to do in Dubai this May.
Check out the official Playbook for the city’s events and happenings for May!
Rock on down to electronic avenue with world-class DJs at the breathtaking Expo City and Terra Solis oasis. Get ready for some pumping beats at these concerts in Dubai!
Soho Garden DXB presents a dynamic outdoor musical experience at Expo City Dubai's Opportunity Gate for one of the UAE’s biggest ever electronic music festivals, as Bosnian-German DJ Solomun takes the centre stage for a rave that lights up the night like never before. Lock in your tickets early for this 4th May electronic extravaganza!
Expo City, expocitydubai.com, +971 4 555 2030
Terra Solis by Tomorrowland’s Amare stage is going all out this year with headliner Dennis Cruz bringing his signature sound to the desert oasis this 3rd May! It’s a night to remember as he’ll be accompanied by the incredible Stasi Sanlin and the dynamic duo of Luna & Lenthe, starting at 8pm and going strong till 3am. Book your spots now for this desert festival like no other and keen an eye on our Instagram page for surprises!
Dubailand, terrasolisdubai.com, +971 4 459 8300
Experience the tastiest of Dubai’s restaurants with Dubai Food Festival’s exciting Dubai Restaurant Week, check them out!
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Joining the city-wide food festival with two exclusive menus during Dubai Restaurant Week, ROKA brings the flavours of the Rotabayaki to the city with two options for diners to delight in! The 2-course lunchtime menu starts at AED125 per person and the dinner menu jumps to AED250 per person for three delicious courses. This is your chance to experience authentic Japanese cuisine, go for it!
The Opus by Omniyat, rokarestaurant.com, +971 4 439 7171
Enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired 2-course lunch experience this Dubai Restaurant Week at Laguna Beach Taverna & Lounge for an afternoon under the sun! Choose from lush salads, succulent veal, seafood platters, and Basque burnt cheesecake or ice cream to end your meal. Just like the Nomadic Tune brunch, this experience is a party for your tastebuds!
Sofitel Dubai The Palm, sofitel-dubai-thepalm.com, +971 4 455 6677
Sample renowned tastes of excellence paying homage to Chef Gary Rhodes at Rhodes W1, elevating British cuisine to new heights. With choices of a lunchtime or dinner escapade consisting of the restaurant’s award-winning dishes, this is a unique opportunity to sample the best and experience culinary excellence.
Grosvenor House, rhodesw1-dubai.com, +971 4 317 6000
Get your brunch on at these three venues, where exciting afternoons await that are sure to keep you fueled up and excited!
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Dubai’s first roaming brunch is here! Tour the blocks of Expo City’s exciting Brunch City with the choice of 6 restaurants to begin your journey at, each with their own unique culinary offerings awaiting! What’s more is that Alkebulan Food Hall, Assembly Mezze & Skewers, The Daily by Rove, Gup & Shup, Philly Jawn by Ghostburger, and PXB have their own live entertainment to score your meals. There’s also a Cocktail Cocktail afterparty if you’re still going strong, if you’re up for this brand-new experience, book your spots here
Expo City, expocitydubai.com, +971 4 555 2030
Experience the flavours of the Greek getaway at Ilios Dubai’s Santorini Saturdays Brunch! It’s an amazing celebration of culinary excellence, Greek culture, and entertainment that’s sure to bring a unique spin on your Saturday brunch in Dubai. Ready to try out something new? This is your chance to sample the best of Greek culture!
Raddison Beach Resort, iliosdubai.com, +971 58 559 4222
Get ready for a lovely summer with Warehouse’s Summer of LUV Brunch, the perfect way to keep things easy, breezy, and fun! This charming restaurant’s got everything you need to stay cool this summer, with refreshing tunes from DJs Aika and Ford accompanied by great food, fun games, and fountains of frosty favourites. Keep your cool and make summer a chill one with this awesome brunch in Dubai!
Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre, Garhoud, warehouse-dubai.com, +971 4 702 2455
Chill out and spend this spring by your favourite pool & beach spots in Dubai, perfect for solo sun-basking and hangouts with your crew!
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Dubai’s newest beach club made a splash last year with its opening, Be Beach is now a cherished spot for sun-baskers and sundowners alike! Located in the Dubai Harbour, this pool & beach escape is all about spending time under the sun and taking things slow, perfect to get you and your crew recharged!
Dubai Harbour, @bebeachdxb, +971 54 751 1119
Andiamo! Head down to the Italian coast with Mare by Bussola, the perfect hidden getaway in Mina Seyahi for a pool & beach hangout this spring! This spot brings Italian seaside vibes to the city for you and your crew to stock up on delectable Italian bites, signature cocktails, and shisha!
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort, destinationminaseyahi.com, +971 4 511 7319
Terra Solis by Tomorrowland is Dubai’s ultimate oasis getaway, it’s an exquisite getaway for relaxation and a chilled out experience. Sip on refreshing cocktails, dine on delicious small bites, and swim around in the expansive pool or lay back and chill out amidst the dunes of Dubai! If you’re looking to get some much needed serenity and relaxation away from the hustle and bustle of the city, this is your spot!
Dubailand, terrasolisdubai.com, +971 4 459 8300
¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo! It’s time to celebrate everything great about Mexico at these incredible spots with culinary delights as vibrant as Mexico’s culture!
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Alright amigos! It's time to kick off Cinco De Mayo with Señor Pico! Enjoy a free-flow of Mexican dishes, cocktails and mocktails at this beachside dining spot that's sure to provide the ultimate fiesta experience! This venue is a lively one, boasting a fun atmosphere that rubs off anyone who pops down for a meal, and best of all, it's also dog-friendly!
Palm West Beach, senorpico.com, +971 4 666 1434
Turn things up a notch and get loco at Loca, it’s a Mexican culinary adventure that’s all for authenticity and crazy good food that’s sure to wow! Located in the Dubai Marine Beach Resort, the quirky seaside vibes get turned up to 11 at this fun-loving venue, it’s perfect for your 2024 Cinco de Mayo celebrations with great Mexican cuisine in Dubai!
Dubai Marine Beach Resort, locauae.com, +971 4 346 1111
A fiesta awaits at Muchacha, with fun offers to boot! Anything from tacos and burritos to refreshing shots of margaritas is fair game at this eclectic venue, we’re sure you and your crew are set for a fun time. Assemble your crew of party animals and prep for Cinco de Mayo at this spot!
Holiday Inn Express, Al Wasl, muchachasdubai.com, +971 4 327 5878
Let the drinks flow on the 18th of May, for World Whiskey Day, a celebration of the best qualities of this bar-favourite spirit!
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Party it up and get whisked away at Twenty Three, Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City's favourite rooftop destination! It’s the perfect rooftop spot to toast to whiskey’s existence, a grand celebration we’re sure everyone’s down for. But if you’ve had enough whiskey, Twenty Three’s experts behind the bar are sure to mix something up for you, so don’t wait up and get the party going at this bar in Dubai!
Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City, movenpick.com, +971 54 793 1425
Take things to Japan and immerse yourself in the atmosphere of the charming SOON Izakaya, which pays homage to the humble streetside after-work spots that dot Japan. This atmospheric Japanese bar has unmistakable vibes that are sure to be uniquely their own, with great drinks and fun live entertainment for your night hangouts!
Armada Towers 2, JLT, soondxb.com, +971 55 434 0575
Dubai’s OG party bar is always the place to be for great times, tasty bites, refreshing drinks, and now, fun quizzes by QuizBiz! Whether you’re down to sip on your favourite glasses of whiskey, or looking for a new spin on it, this is the bar to hit up and it’s a fan-favourite for a reason. Get your party on at Lock Stock & Barrel, one of the best bars in Dubai!
Grand Millenium Hotel, lsbdubai.com, +971 4 423 8309
Dine in luxury and opulence at these spots that take your culinary experience to new heights!
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Taste the best that the land and sea have to offer at Reef & Beef, a fusion steakhouse that mixes them in inventive and luxurious dishes! A German-born concept, this fine dining restaurant in Dubai is a masterclass in the fusion of cuisines and flavours that’s sure to wow anyone who sits down for a meal. We’d recommend this to anyone who’s looking to explore their tastes in a luxurious atmosphere. Be on the lookout for exciting news later this month!
The Heritage Hotel, Downtown, reefandbeef.ae, +971 4 835 8164
Home of the brand-new Sunset Brunch, Asia Asia’s new Palm Jumeirah outpost is a fun and charming venue that’s perfect for sundowners and sunset-chasers with breathtaking views and a great atmosphere! This rooftop fine dining restaurant in Dubai is an immersive step into Pan-Asian culture that’s open for everyone to experience.
Andaz Dubai The Palm, solutions-leisure.com, +971 4 581 1234
Grab your friends and head down to FRNDS Grand Café for a grand time that’s sure to impress, with top-notch Mediterranean and Japanese cuisine wrapped up in rich art deco décor. This is both a relaxed and elegant setting for intimate hangouts with the people closest to you, with a warm ambience that welcomes guests to an upscale setting like no other.
Address Fountain Views Hotel Downtown, frndsgrandcafe.com, +971 4 564 2399
Whether you’re looking for a pool & beach escape, the best brunches in Dubai, concerts with pumping beats, spots for the Dubai Restaurant Week or fine-dining restaurants in Dubai, our top picks for the best things to do in Dubai this May have you covered.
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