TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM SUMMER 2025 3 Inside 6 Things to do 24 Top indoor activities 42 Brilliant bar bands and DJs 48 No reservations needed 54 Food 64 Nightlife 70 Art & Culture 72 Attractions 74 Family & Kids 76 Shopping 78 Wellbeing 80 Time Out Market Dubai 82 The last word Features & Regulars Meet your next night out Whether you want a blow out celebration or are keeping an eye on the purse strings, we’ve got your next evening out sorted, whatever your budget. You’re welcome Page 10 SUSHISAMBA4 SUMMER 2025 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM Hello Time Out Dubai PO Box 500024, Dubai, UAE +971 4 444 3000 www.itp.com Offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Geneva, London, Mumbai & Riyadh ITP Media Group CEO Ali Akawi Managing Director Martin Chambers Chief Content Officer Holly Sands Time Out Dubai Editorial Head of Content McKenna Grant (maternity leave) Editor Emilie Hill +971 4 444 3693 | emilie.hill@itp.com Editor at Large Amy Mathieson +971 4 444 3696 | amy.mathieson@os.itp.com Group Food Editor Yousra Zaki +971 4 444 3255 | yousra.zaki@itp.com Digital Editor Aimee Jakes +971 4 444 3487 | aimee.jakes@itp.com News Editor Findlay Mair +971 4 444 3893 | findlay.mair@itp.com Features Editor Sian Traynor +971 4 444 3396 | sian.traynor@itp.com Senior Social Media Editor Wyanet Vaz +971 4 444 3307 | wyanet.vaz@itp.com Social Media Executive Marion Colaco +971 4 444 3569 | marion.colaco@itp.com Staff Writer (Partner Content) Ashitha Jayaprakash +971 4 444 3417 | ashitha.jayaprakash@itp.com Digital Content Lead Jeffrey Casiño +971 4 444 3591 | jeffrey.casino@itp.com Content Executive Rodelito Mamuad +971 4 444 3657 | rodelito.mamuad@itp.com Events & Marketing Head of Events Eleanor Ashton Events & Marketing Manager Kate Galaktionova Events Manager Beverly Stanforth Associate Events Manager Vrinali Nazareth Associate Events Manager Maria Trishina Events Executive Ella Dodds Events Sales Executive Jan Mokoala Events Administrative Assistant Aronn Pureza Events Sales Assistant Joyce Salonga Events Administrative Assistant Bobbie Rosario email: events@itp.com Art Senior Designer Gillian Fletcher Junior Designer Celine Iskandar-Elhachem Junior Assistant Crisel Cutinho Group Video Editor Bharat Tahiliani Production Production Manager Anand Sundaram +971 4 444 3424 | anand.sundaram@itp.com Distribution & Circulation Distribution Coordinator Avinash Pereira +971 4 444 3669 | avinash.pereira@itp.com Circulation Executive Rajesh Pillai +971 4 444 3236 | rajesh.pillai@itp.com Advertising Chief Commercial Officer Sally Whittam +971 4 444 3348/+971 56 104 0567 | sally.whittam@itp.com Advertising Director David Wurie +971 52 576 2162 | david.wurie@itp.com Senior Commercial Manager Varsha Sonavane +971 56 753 6925 | varsha.sonavane@itp.com Senior Advertising Manager Keenan Cunningham +971 4 444 3533 | keenan.cunningham@itp.com Senior Commercial Admin Executive Janet Comia janet.comia@itp.com Administrative Manager Siti Sumarsono siti.sumarsono@itp.com ITP Group CEO Ali Akawi CFO Toby Jay Spencer-Davies The publishers regret that they cannot accept liability for error or omissions contained in this publication, however caused. 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There are many upsides to sizzle (sorry, summer) season in Dubai: quieter roads, shorter café queues, extra sunlight hours and sun loungers aplenty to take your pick from (if you can handle the heat that is). But what’s probably my favourite seasonal perk is the nightlife. My diary is stuffed with late-night dinners, lit-up walking routes and after-work swimming at some of Dubai’s top-of-the-range hotel pools. You see, evenings in this thriving city are definitely worth staying up for. But don’t go thinking that means daytime calls for time in at home. In fact, we’re sharing our most raved-about attractions you can still love in the coming months, with that all- important, icy air-conditioning included. This is your sign to bookmark, rip out and scrawl all over these pages to plan your (dare I say it) coolest summer yet. facebook.com/timeoutdubai youtube.com/timeoutgcc timeoutdubai timeoutdubai timeoutdubai Ed’s pick Emilie Hill Editor This summer, I’m enjoying the thrill of a last-minute reservation (p48).slug 6 MONTH 2025 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM Things Swish moonlight swims Take an after-dark dip in the pool at Cloud 22 Want to avoid the sun? Check this out. Cloud 22’s special after-dark offer is back for the summer, so grab your swimmers and take a moonlight dip at Time Out Dubai’s Best Pool Club. Get ready to enjoy super views out across the Palm to the city skyline from the cool pool, or just sit on a lounger and sip on an icy drink. Dream night, sorted. O From Dhs300. Thu-Sat 7-11pm. Atlantis The Royal, Palm Jumeirah, atlantis.com (04 426 2700). Get active Find your zen in an aquarium Tree poses at The Lost Chambers Want to try a totally different workout this summer, but still stay in the cool AC? We hear you. Check out this 60-minute session that takes place in Atlantis’ Lost Chambers Aquarium. It’s for all levels and involves a calming sequence of postures to help you kick-start your day. Chill out and watch the 65,000 species of fish glide by. O Dhs175. Sat & Sun 8am-9am. Atlantis The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, atlantis.com (04 426 1000). Time to tee off Perfect your swing at JA The Resort Summer’s here, and so are the deals. Avid golfers can try JA Golf’s Summer Swing Package, valid until the end of September. Giving you unlimited rounds on the scenic nine-hole course, you’ll also enjoy free pool access, a golf lesson, gym passes and 25 percent off dining. Sunhats at the ready. O From Dhs4,250 (per person). Until Tue Sep 30. JA The Resort, Jebel Ali, jaresortshotels.com (04 814 5555). slug ITC Franklin Gothic st - Heavy - 11pt TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM MONTH 2025 7 to do Book a table Oh-so-sweet (and new) Tuck into treats at Parka Bakehouse Listen up, as there’s a banoffee brûlée pastry calling your name. Now in Nad Al Sheba Mall, the cabinets at Parka Bakehouse are packed with sweet treats that’ll live rent-free in your head. O Open Mon-Thu 10am-10pm, Fri-Sun 10am- midnight. Nad Al Sheba, @parkabakehouse (052 476 6484). Global eats in Downtown Dubai Time Out Market’s where it’s at No travel this summer? No worries. Whether you’re after a flavour of Mykonos at à la grecque or a taste of an authentic street food market at Café Isan Thai, you’ll find it at Time Out Market Dubai. O Open Mon-Thu noon-midnight, Fri noon-1am, Sat 10am-1am, Sun 10am-midnight. Souk Al Bahar, Downtown Dubai, timeoutmarket.com (054 375 2421). Shake up your dessert choice A cheesy-chocolate fix at Shvili You probably haven’t tried a khachapuri like this before. Swapping out the traditional Georgian egg yolk and butter for melted chocolate, the mixture is poured over the bread and mozzarella cheese. Is it a yes from you? You’ll just have to try it. O Dhs49. Open Sun-Thu 8am-midnight, Fri-Sat 8am- 1am. Dubai Hills Mall, shvili.ae (052 929 2088). Sip for less this summer It’s happy hour at Sexy Fish Known for its sushi (and gorgeous bathrooms), Sexy Fish has an after-work deal that you’ll want to check out. The Kanpai happy hour is offering light bites from spicy tuna maki to takoyaki croquettes and crispy duck bao from Dhs49. Wash it down with some special mixed drinks for the same price. Stick it in the group chat. O From Dhs40. Mon-Fri 4pm-7pm. Innovation One, DIFC, sexyfishdubai.ae (04 381 9000). Parka Bakehouse Shvili Cloud 22slug 8 MONTH 2025 TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM Mary J Blige Live and loud Embrace your inner popstar Sing along at Natalie Imbruglia We’d be *very* surprised if you haven’t belted out Torn at least once in your life. But now you can stop singing in front of the mirror and watch the artist herself. Performing at Dubai Opera on Saturday August 23, the Australian pop-star will taking to the stage for one-night-only, so be sure to put the date in your diary. O From Dhs295. Sat Aug 23, 7.30pm. Dubai Opera, Downtown Dubai, dubai.platinumlist.net (04 440 8888). Groove to a hip-hop legend Mary J Blige is live in Dubai Massive fan of hip-hop? You’re in the right place if you’re in Dubai in June. One of the Dubai Summer Surprises Deals, prizes and more Dubai Summer Surprises returns in style for 2025 It’s back. Kicking off on Friday June 27, Dubai Summer Surprises will take over the city until the end of August – and you don’t want to miss out, trust us. From special sales to super offers, live entertainment and more, keep close to timeoutdubai.com for everything happening this summer. O Fri Jun 27-Sun Aug 31. Various locations around Dubai. most iconic names in hip-hop and soul is bringing her live show to Dubai and you’re going to want to get tickets. That’s right, Mary J Blige is set to return to the UAE for the first time in more than a decade. Known for hits like No More Drama and Family Affair, you’re not going to want to miss this. O From Dhs295. Tue Jun 24, 8pm. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, coca-cola-arena.com (800 223 388). Dance to TJ MONTERDE A one-night-only event Ready to dance and sing like the super fan that you are? Filipino superstar TJ MONTERDE will be coming to Dubai this summer as he brings his world tour to the city in July. With more than one billion streams on Spotify, the star will be performing some of his most popular tracks alongside his wife, KZ Tandingan. O From Dhs199. Sun Jul 13, 8pm. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, coca-cola-arena.com (800 223 388).slug ITC Franklin Gothic st - Heavy - 11pt TIMEOUTDUBAI.COM MONTH 2025 9 Things to do Family fun Be Pac-Man for the day Get a dose of nostalgia If this was one of your faves as a kid, then you need to step inside the game with the real-life Pac-Man. Now at Active Games, the 45-minute maze will get your heart rate up as you dodge hungry ghosts, collect power pellets and chase a high score. O From Dhs160. Open Mon-Wed 1pm-11pm, Fri-Sat 11am-midnight. Al Quoz, feverup.com. Bring out your competitive side Get gaming at Ground Control The new attraction is all about entertainment – you could spend all day in here. From a few strikes on the ten-lane bowling alley to a spin on the racing simulators, this will keep you more than occupied. Whether you’re taking the little ones or not, get stuck into some jet pong and finish the day with a round of digital darts. O Prices and times vary. Dubai Festival City Mall, dubaifestivalcitymall.com (800 332). Shop in the cool AC Ripe Market goes inside for the summer The balmy winter months might have passed but you can still shop at incredible home-grown vendors at The Ripe Market. The much-loved market heads indoors for the summer to Times Square Center and you can enjoy local produce, family workshops and more. O Sun 10am-7pm. Times Square Center, Sheikh Zayed Road, @ripemarket. Splash around at the pool Chill out at Twiggy Family Ready for a fun day out for the whole gang this summer? The younger sister of Twiggy Dubai is about as chic as they come when it comes to family-friendly beach clubs. With sugar-soft sand and comfy loungers, plus a splash pad for the kids and plenty of pool toys, it has all the holiday feels. O Dhs200 (Mon-Fri), Dhs250 (Sat-Sun). Open daily 9am-sunset. Park Hyatt Dubai, Deira, twiggy.ae (04 602 1105). In the comments What’s got you talking on Instagram... 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