Dubai
Watch Hong Kong Cinema Under the Stars
The sixth Hong Kong Film Gala Presentation brings six films to Cinema Akil from 6 to 8 November. The programme covers action, dark comedy, animation, psychological mystery and contemporary romance, with screenings divided between Alserkal Avenue and Cinema Akil’s outdoor space at 25hours Hotel.
The opening film, Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, will be followed by a Q&A. Other highlights include Jackie Chan’s Police Story beneath the night sky at The Yard and Dog Day Evening, followed by a conversation with lead actor Yukki Tai.
When: Friday 6 to Sunday 8 November
Where: Cinema Akil, Alserkal Avenue, and Cinema Akil at 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central
Price: AED 67.20 per screening
Tickets: cinemaakil.com
Spend the Weekend at Arabian Soul Fest
Arabian Soul Fest will fill 10 arenas at Zabeel Park with over 100 experiences covering movement, mindfulness, creativity, recovery and conscious music. The two-day programme includes Tai Chi, breath work, meditation, sound healing, dance, drum circles, cacao ceremonies and talks on subjects such as gut health, lifestyle medicine and nervous system regulation.
Visitors can also try red light therapy, compression recovery, pottery, journalling, vision-board making and pebble painting, while live music spans acoustic performances, Afro House, Deep House and Latin Organic House. Children are welcome, with art and hands on activities planned for younger guests.
When: Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 November, 12pm–10pm
Where: Zabeel Park, Dubai
Tickets: Book online
Instagram: @arabiansoulfest
Try Chocolate Horlicks at the Good Sips Only Truck
Horlicks is taking its new chocolate flavour around Dubai with complimentary tastings, games and giveaways. Visitors can choose between hot and cold Chocolate Horlicks, play Plinko for prizes and take photos at the Mirror Moment booth.
Each guest will also receive a tote bag containing stickers and a bottle of Chocolate Horlicks.
When and where: Friday 6 November, 4pm–9pm at DAMAC Community; Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November, 10am–6pm at Ripe Market
Price: Free
Have Brunch at Pickl Sun Club
Pickl has opened its first Ripe Market outpost with an all day brunch menu available exclusively at the Police Academy market. Dishes include The Morning Smash with fried chicken, hot honey, egg, maple bacon jam and avocado; the veggie Market Halloumi; breakfast baps; loaded tots and the Ultimate Breakfast Wrap. Southpour coffee, Pickl favourites and PICKILINI pickles are also available.
Visitors on 7 and 8 November can pick up one of 100 complimentary tote bags filled with Pickl merchandise and goodies, while stocks last.
When: Every Saturday and Sunday, 9am–9pm, until May 2027
Where: Pickl Sun Club, Ripe Market Police Academy
Price: À la carte, with brunch dishes from AED 12
Giveaway: Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 November
Build Your Own Wagyu Steak Frites at Sutēki
Sutēki’s new Tuesday menu begins with 150g of Wagyu sirloin, served with yuzu-kosho béarnaise and a choice of traditional fries or the restaurant’s furikake and bonito-topped version. Diners can upgrade the Wagyu’s marble score or add seared foie gras, while Japanese highballs are available for AED 40.
When: Every Tuesday from 6pm
Where: Sutēki, Harbour House, Dubai Harbour
Price: From AED 195 per person
Bookings: reservations@sutekidubai.com or 04 332 6730
Shop International Labels at Hush Edit
Hush Edit will take over The Tent at Dubai Design District for a four day private sale featuring up to 10,000 pieces. Shoppers can browse womenswear, menswear, shoes, bags and accessories from labels such as Drôle de Monsieur, St. Agni, WAX London, JW PEI, Norma Kamali, Casablanca, Les Deux, Sporty & Rich and The Giving Movement, with savings of up to 80 per cent. Registration is required to receive an invitation.
When: Wednesday 11 to Saturday 14 November, 9am–7pm
Where: The Tent, Dubai Design District
Entry: By invitation following registration
Registration: hushday.com
Spend an Adults Only Evening at The Hideaway
The Hideaway has reopened in a dedicated section of Reform Social & Grill’s garden at The Lakes. Reserved for guests aged 21 and above, the space offers cocktails, food, live music and darts away from the venue’s main family areas.
This season also introduces The Cucumbar, a dedicated gin bar. Reform’s main garden, playground and dining areas remain open to families.
Where: Reform Social & Grill, The Lakes
Age: 21 and above
See a Comedy Whodunnit at The Junction
H72 Productions will stage Ken Ludwig’s The Game’s Afoot for three nights at The Junction. The story takes place during a Christmas Eve party in 1936, where Broadway actor William Gillette invites his fellow performers to his Connecticut mansion. A murder interrupts the celebrations, prompting Gillette, famous for playing Sherlock Holmes, to attempt an investigation of his own.
The Dubai production features a cast of eight, period costumes, a vintage score and a 1930s mansion set built for the show. Tickets start at AED 120.
When: Friday 27 to Sunday 29 November, 7.30pm
Where: The Junction, Alserkal Avenue
Price: From AED 120
Tickets: Platinumlist
Abu Dhabi
Try Organic Japanese Matcha at The Galleria
The Matcha Tokyo has opened at The Galleria Al Maryah Island, serving organic matcha grown on the brand’s own farms in Japan. The menu includes signature matcha drinks, fruit combinations and desserts, with tea and accessories also available for anyone who wants to prepare matcha at home.
Where: The Matcha Tokyo, The Galleria Al Maryah Island
Instagram: @thematchatokyo.uae
Website: thematchatokyo.ae
