Updated on
April 3, 2024
April is jam-packed and springing with exciting happenings and events across the city! From amazing beach breakfast offers, and the much anticipated Dubai Food Festival to elrow's 2024 edition in Dubai and Pub in the Park, there’s a ton of things to do in Dubai this April. Check out the official Playbook for the city’s events and happenings for the month of April!
From Grammy-awarded artists to beautiful fireworks and the much anticipated elrow Dubai XXL, April’s all set for a month of great entertainment and hearty laughs. Check out our picks!
Big things are coming this April with an XXL-sized fun pill from elrow! This massive one-day rave takes place on Saturday the 13th of April, with a line-up consisting of headliner FISHER alongside Eats Everything, Arielle Free, De La Swing, Toni Varga, and a surprise guest waiting to be unveiled. These awesome artists are going to make a splash at the Dubai Media City Amphitheatre like never before, don’t miss it and secure your spots!
Media City Amphitheatre, elrow.com
Fun in the sun gets a new name this April with Dubai’s very own rendition of Pub in the Park, a UK-favourite open-air celebration of all things great about pubs! With tasty food, smashing live acts from chart-toppers such as Scouting for Girls and Toploader, as well as fun for the entire family, this 2-day park bash has it all. April 20th and 21st are set to be an exciting weekend with great food, smashing hits, and family-friendly fun, so don’t miss out and grab your tickets!
Media City Amphitheatre, pubinthepark.ae
Get jamming with your favourite artists this April, because the Coca-Cola Arena’s hosting The Kid Laroi and Boyz II Men concerts in Dubai, bringing fans together with some of their best tracks! Whether you’re bumping "Stay" on repeat or taking things back to the 90s with some Boyz II Men classics, April is just the month to catch these A-listers live.
City Walk, coca-cola-arena.com, 800 22 33 88
Drawing Ramadan to a close, the anticipated holiday brings about some of the best Eid offers in Dubai and delicious Eid set menus for everyone to enjoy! There’s also more to love with great firework displays across the city, from the historic Al Seef district to the creekside shopping destination of Dubai Festival City, these displays are the perfect way to close out Ramadan and celebrate renewal. There’s always more to enjoy, so stick with us on our socials for the latest updates!
Laughter is the best medicine, that’s why the Dubai Comedy Festival is the perfect cure for any of your ailments! Get ready to laugh out loud with Katherine Ryan, Kenny Sebastian, Frank Skinner, Al Muray, and Omid Singh all performing their hilarious sets at the Dubai Opera! Whether you’re tired of keeping a straight face or just looking to get in a good belly laugh, we’re sure these talented comics are going to have you rolling on the floor by the end of their sets!
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Blvd, Downtown Dubai, dubaiopera.com, +971 4 440 8888
The big exam’s coming up soon, have you studied yet? QuizBiz has you covered with great quiz nights at top pubs across the city, perfect for your half-term prep!
Calling all wizards for the 7pm to Hogwarts departing from platform 9¾! Get your ticket punched and grab your bags for an awesome Harry Potter-themed quiz night in Dubai, hosted by the amazing QuizBiz Events. This April, The Big Fat Themed Quiz goes to the wizarding world for all things Harry Potter at TGI Fridays Rove Downtown, so get to join your house and test your wizarding wit!
Rove Downtown, tgifridaysme.com, +971 4 561 9000
Get luck on your side to tackle the Luck of The Irish Quiz at McCafferty’s Wafi City! Dive in and get quizzy every Wednesday from 8pm to test your knowledge of the Emerald Isle with your best mates. With great prizes up for grabs and an extended happy hour running till 10pm, this one’s a quiz night you definitely won’t want to miss!
Wafi Mall, soukalbahar.ae, +971 4 529 3401
How could we forget McGettigan’s, Dubai’s favourite Irish pub? They’ve also got fun quizzes all across the city, from the Need for Speed quiz at the Palm Jumeirah to Cosmic sparks at the Dubai Science Park outpost, there’s a quiz out there to get your brain going. Top all the quizzing fun with your favourite pints with your crew and BOOM! You’ve got the formula for a perfect night of test prep and quizzing fun!
Multiple Locations, mcgettigans.com
Classy bites and foodie favourites come together for DFF, the city’s celebration of all things great about food. Check out this fiesta of flavours!
Experience the best of Dubai’s food scene from 26 April to 12 May with the highly-anticipated Dubai Food Festival’s celebration of the best bites the city’s got to offer!
Kick the celebrations off with Dubai Restaurant Week’s specially curated set menus available at 50 of the city's top restaurants with set menus priced at AED125 for a two-course lunch and AED250 for a three-course dinner from 26th April to 12th May.
Then from 19th April to 5th May, head down to the e& Beach Canteen, for delicious delights and a jam-packed entertainment schedule with fun for the entire family at Dubai's iconic beachside pop-up in Jumeirah.
For a more upscale dining experience, head down to ICD Brookfield Place's The Space for the Gault&Millau Culinary Innovators pop-up from the 25th to the 27th of April. Bringing together 12 of Dubai's most acclaimed chefs for a showcase of culinary excellence and creativity, only 100 seats will be available every day, so make sure you lock in your spots while they’re still open!
For all the foodies behind the lenses, Food Focus Dubai runs from the 26th of March to the 7th of April, with up to AED10,000 in cash up for grabs for the winner! Capture the city's vibrant street food scene and submit your best shots for a chance at the prize pot or a chance to get your best snaps printed and exhibited at the e& Beach Canteen for everyone to see!
Give yourself a tune-up and refuel at our favourite healthy eating spots for only the cleanest fuel this World Health Day!
Get lean and green at Bounty Beets, with beachside vibes at Le Méridien Mina Seyahi! Live life fully charged with food that’s as tasty as it is healthy, with anything from healthy tacos to organic cocktails and hearty breakfast dishes. So whether you’re craving some hearty fare that’s just as good for your heart as it is for your stomach, Bounty Beets’ bites are just right for World Health Day in Dubai this 7th April!
Le Méridien Mina Seyahi, Dubai Marina, bountybeets.com, +971 4 511 7373
Tasty and healthy aren’t all that different from each other and Novikov Café’s here to show you that hearty food is just as good for your body as it is for your soul! Soul food from around the Mediterranean takes centre stage at Novikov, where a luxurious atmosphere embraces you and your dining experience at this Fashion Avenue hideaway this World Health Day in Dubai!
Souk Madinat Jumeirah, mezzaninedubai.com, +971 58 599 4659
Ever wonder how Japan’s the home to many centenarians? There must be something in the food and ROKA’s willing to let you in on it! Taking inspiration from the Japanese way of the Robatayaki, ROKA delivers contemporary takes on age-old traditions for a dining experience that’s full of flavours and charm. There’s no need to search for where to eat healthy in Dubai with our top picks, and ROKA’s one of them!
The Opus by Omniyat, Business Bay, rokarestaurant.com, +971 4 439 7171
Get out and about at Fluid Beach Club, the perfect spot for activity and health-conscious bites! TH8’s premier beachside destination is all about enjoying the beach life, whether that’s by soaking up some Vitamin D, going for a swim, or stretching out with their beachside yoga classes. Enjoy life and live healthy with beachside charm at this top Palm Jumeirah beach club!
TH8 Palm Hotel, Palm Jumeirah, ihg.com, +971 4 525 8888
Soak up the sun and enjoy some great brekkie by the beach at our top spots for the most important meal of your day. Get ready to seize the day and anything it throws at you!
Take in the morning sun on the Palm’s West Beach with some Aussie flair this April with Jones the Grocer, the city’s favourite slice of Sydney! Whether you’re grabbing some bites right before you clock in or enjoying a break from the everyday hustle and bustle on weekends, Jones the Grocer’s tasty breakfast offerings range from a healthy bowl of porridge to a hearty sizzling plate of Shakshuka for all your cravings. This one’s a favourite for a reason, catch you there!
7.30am - 12pm, Palm West Beach, jonesthegrocer.com, +971 54 998 6162
Rise and shine with Claw BBQ’s very own Breakfast Club (don’t worry, it doesn’t involve weekend detention)! Perfect for that extra kick to get you and your family on your feet for the weekend, Claw’s fluffy pancakes, eggs, crispy bacon, and even more breakfast treats are made to delight folks of all ages. Whether you’re happy with a simple diner-style cup of joe, or you prefer to begin your day with a royal feast, Claw’s got you covered.
8am - 3pm, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah, clawbbq.com, +971 4 230 0054
The more the Mare-ier right? At the sublime Club Vista Mare, you can pick from two breakfast experiences that each offer something unique! Whether you’re craving a Lebanese brekkie by the beach at Ibn AlBahr, or an American morning meal at Logs & Embers, your needs are covered at Club Vista Mare! Enjoy seaside living at this picturesque beach gem tucked away in a corner of the Palm Jumeirah.
8.30am - 12pm, Club Vista Mare, Palm Jumeirah, +971 4 390 9999
Located in the city’s heart, City Walk’s got plenty of heart to go around, with everything from inventive artisan coffee to world-famous pizza. Our picks are sure to please!
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Bringing the taste of Napoli to the world, L’Antica Pizzeria da Michele has been one of our top picks for authentic pizza and pasta taken right from the avenues of the Italian city. Their perfect slices and bowls are the perfect way to refuel after jamming out to your favourite artists at the Coca-Cola Arena! Want to know more? Read up here.
City Walk, citywalk.ae, +971 4 224 0040
From the mind of Chef Aaqib Gaya comes Aqaya, bringing inventive twists to traditional dishes, turning them into incomparable delicacies! It’s certainly been one of our faves for coffee and brunch, perfect for breakfast in the city before your shopping spree or to start your concert day off with a splendid blend of your favourite brews and dishes. Start things off at Aqaya!
City Walk, aqayadubai.com, +971 4 568 1159
Keep things refreshing with a MINT(y) touch and welcome a new concept into your life at this lush café! Whether you’re rising with the sun or taking the family out for a tasty lunch, MINT invites you to taste freshly made food, innovative drinks, and quality roasted coffee. As one of City Walk’s most popular spots for great brews and food, we absolutely recommend this spot for your morning coffee runs and family brunches!
City Walk, mintconcept.ae, +971 50 344 1109
Whether you’re looking for a healthy eating destination, beachside breakfast spots, exciting concerts or brain-racking quizzes, our top picks for the best things to do in Dubai this April have you covered.
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