Dubai might be heating up, but this weekend’s line-up is hotter. From fragrance-inspired cocktails to jazz-fuelled speakeasies and chaotic bingo raves, there’s no excuse to stay in (not even the heat). Here’s your curated guide to the coolest things happening around the city.
Sip, Smell, and Swoon at La Camera!
Get ready for a full-on sensory experience as La Camera! By TOTÓ partners with BOSS Fragrances for a month-long celebration of scent and style. The venue’s star bartender Georges Boulos has crafted a trio of exclusive drinks, available in both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions, inspired by the newly launched BOSS fragrances Wild Violet, Fearless Pepper and Exhilarating Vanilla.
Think bold, smoky whiskey with vanilla, citrus-laced violet liqueur, and spiced tequila, paired with a saffron-chamomile fizz. Every drink comes paired with a spritz of its matching scent. There’s even a masterclass hosted aboard their gondola table where you can learn the secrets of fine perfumery. Bougie? Yes. Worth it? Absolutely.
Where: La Camera! By TOTÓ, Hotel Boulevard, Downtown Dubai
When: From 4th July
For reservations and more details, email reservations-dubai@lacamerabytoto.ae or call +971 4 215 2121, WhatsApp +971 50 649 2438
Live Jazz at ‘The Late Night Show’
Once you’ve had your cocktail fix, stay on for The Late Night Show, La Camera’s weekly live music series that channels the glamour of classic talk shows. Expect moody lighting, soulful jazz, surprise guest vocalists, and a whole lot of swing courtesy of house band The Fifth. It’s stylish, cinematic, and the perfect excuse to dress up for the weekend.
Where: La Camera! By TOTÓ, Downtown Dubai
When: Every Friday & Saturday, 9 PM onwards
For reservations and more details, email reservations-dubai@lacamerabytoto.ae or call +971 4 215 2121, WhatsApp +971 50 649 2438
Go Bonkers at Bongo’s Bingo
Bongo’s Bingo is back at The Tent at Bla Bla and it’s bringing utter mayhem. Expect the unexpected with a full-blown night of bingo madness, from outrageous dance-offs to crowd karaoke, rave intervals, and a few surprise twists they’re keeping under wraps. It’s a wild fusion of bingo, beats, and balls-to-the-wall fun, where you could walk away with anything from a Henry Hoover to a giant stuffed unicorn. Anything goes, and the only rule is, there are no rules! Dress outrageously, bring your loudest friends and let loose.
Where: The Tent, Bla Bla Dubai, JBR
When: Friday, 4th July Doors open 7 PM
Tickets: AED 150 at Platinumlist
Take a Moonlight Dip at Nobu by the Beach
Swap your usual night out for a moonlit swim under the stars. Nobu by the Beach has launched its first-ever Moonlight Swim, the perfect Friday night lagoon pool experience.
Sink into a luxe lounger, wade into the illuminated waters, and nibble on Nobu signatures like wagyu sliders, spicy rock shrimp tempura, and sushi nigiri. With DJ beats, ambient lighting, and Nobu’s signature flair, it’s the chicest way to cool off after dark.
Where: Nobu by the Beach, Atlantis The Royal
When: Every Friday, 8 PM–11 PM AED 150 (includes lounger)
Reservations: sevenrooms.com
Catch the Coolest Indoor Concerts at Beat the Heat DXB
If your playlist is overdue for a live refresh, Beat the Heat is here to crank things up. The summer concert series is back at Dubai World Trade Centre, with a killer lineup of regional talent. This Saturday, catch Sharmoofers, known for their reggae-influenced Egyptian rock, along with Jordan’s Aziz Maraka and the genre-defying talent Ghaliaa. It’s your weekend’s loudest (and coolest) plan.
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre
When: Saturday, 5 July Doors open 7 PM
Tickets: beattheheatdxb.ae
Stretch It Out at a Power Vinyasa Yoga Class
Need to recharge your body and your mind? Join this special Power Vinyasa session led by Mohammed, a former Olympic-level sprinter turned yoga instructor with over 12 years of experience across Palestine and India. Expect a dynamic, breath-led flow designed to improve strength, focus, and balance. The setting? A cozy, creative space in Al Quoz that feels more studio loft than fitness centre. BYO mat and good vibes.
Where: KAVE The Story of Things, Al Quoz
When: Saturday, 6 July 11 AM
Tickets: thestoryofthings.com
Step Into a Strawberry Dream at Chaihona No1 By Vasilchuki
Chaihona is giving summer a seriously sweet upgrade with its limited-time Strawberry Menu and trust us, it’s as Instagrammable as it is indulgent. Think whimsical berry-themed decor, a strawberry photo zone, and a live station where your strawberries can be grilled on the spot. Menu must-tries? The Strawberry & Rosemary Dessert (sweet, savoury, and slightly wild), scoops of home-made artisan ice cream, and a silky Strawberry Nitro Coffee.
Where: Chaihona, Dubai Marina & The Greens
Celebrate World Chocolate Day with Cocoa-Indulgence
Okay, technically not this weekend, but let’s be honest, any excuse to start early on the chocolate is a good one. Get in the mood with a visit to Indikaya for a dessert that’s as dramatic as it’s delicious: the Chocolate Shawarma. It’s a masterpiece of a dessert created by Chef Hemant Oberoi, with ribbons of chocolate shaved from a rotating spit, layered into warm crepes or fluffy brioche, and topped with everything from strawberries to marshmallows. It’s part street food theatre, part sugar rush and totally worth the trip.
When: INDIKAYA Dubai, Shangri-La Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road
Where: July 7
Price: AED 110
