Get your calendars out – exhilarating adventures, brunch and culture await.
As the summer heat creeps in, Dubai is keeping things chill with an incredible lineup of dining and cultural events. The final week of May brings plenty of reasons to head out across the UAE. Dubai’s dining scene leads the way with Piehaus’ limited-edition Eid Al Adha collaboration, Jun’s new seven-course tasting menu and Harajuju by Reif at House of Hype. Elsewhere, music lovers can look forward to ARTBAT at Be Beach, while wellness enthusiasts can discover The Bay Health Club at Al Barari. Whether you are planning a memorable meal or a restorative reset, these are the experiences to have on your radar.
Monday 25 May
Check out the Counter Culture Series
Piehaus has launched its Counter Culture Series, an ongoing collaboration bringing together chefs, creatives and homegrown brands through limited-edition pies. The first edition, available for Eid Al Adha, sees Piehaus team up with acclaimed Emirati pastry chef Sahar Al Awadhi on the Chebab Pie. Inspired by traditional Emirati chebab, the pie features saffron and freshly ground cardamom-infused dough, filled with cream cheese and date syrup. Available for dine-in and takeaway, the limited-edition pie can be enjoyed with karak chai, with a family-sized version also available for pre-order.
Where: Piehaus, Warehouse 22A, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, Dubai
When: 26 May to 7 June 2026 from 9am to 6pm
Contact: @piehaus.dubai
Tuesday 26 May
Feast at Gerbou
Meaning “Welcome to my humble abode” in Arabic, Gerbou reimagines Emirati cuisine through a modern lens while celebrating local artistry and craftsmanship. The restaurant invites diners to discover the flavours of the UAE this Eid Al Adha with its Gerbou Emirati Experience. The limited-edition menu celebrates Emirati-inspired cuisine through dishes that showcase the flavours, textures and traditions of the region. One of Gerbou’s most captivating features is its underground pit cooking technique, inspired by age-old Emirati methods that infuse dishes with rich, smoky depth, offering diners a taste of the UAE’s culinary heritage.
Where: Gerbou, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai
When: Open daily from 9am to 11pm
Price: AED 249 per person
Contact: www.gerbou.com
Wednesday 27 May
Sip on the FACT x HOOF matcha collab
FACT has teamed up with Emirati-owned, equestrian-themed speciality café HOOF for a limited-edition Matcha Menu. The FACT x HOOF collaboration celebrates World Matcha Day with four creative drinks. Highlights include the Berry Coconut Breeze Matcha with strawberry and toasted coconut, the vivid Blue Tropical Cooler with blue matcha and vanilla, and the floral Pink Blush Cooler topped with edible flowers. For something richer, the Toasted Coconut Hojicha offers roasted, nutty notes with cacao. The menu is available at HOOF branches in Dubai Mall, Misk Sharjah and Grove Village in Ras Al Khaimah.
Where: HOOF, Fashion Avenue, Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai
When: Available daily from 8am to midnight until 17 May 2026
Contact: @hoof.cafe
Thursday 28 May
Experience Harajuju by Reif
House of Hype at Dubai Mall is serving up a hidden Eid Al Adha experience with Harajuju by Reif. Taking place for one day, the Tokyo-style speakeasy will host a six-course omakase menu by Chef Reif Othman. Tickets include unlimited day access to House of Hype’s 25 immersive worlds, a welcome drink and reserved counter seating. With only 10 seats per sitting, the intimate experience will run at 5pm, 6.30pm, 8pm and 9.30pm, combining secret doors, immersive entertainment and inventive dining.
Where: House of Hype, Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai
When: Thursday, 28 May 2026
Price: AED 299 per person
Contact: www.house-of-hype.com
Friday 29 May
Visit the KAYALI x Bonbon Café collab
Bonbon Café at The Lana – Dorchester Collection has launched a limited-edition pop-up with fragrance house KAYALI to celebrate the arrival of Eden Sweet Peach | 35 and Eden Plush Pear | 23. Inspired by the bright, fruity notes of the Eden fragrance collection, Executive Pastry Chef Romain Castel has created four artisanal sorbets that translate scent into flavour. Designed to feel joyful, nostalgic and refreshing, the sorbets offer a playful reason to visit the elegant café.
Where: Bonbon Café, The Lana – Dorchester Collection, Marasi Drive, Business Bay, Dubai
When: Available daily until 7 June 2026
Price: AED 30 per scoop or AED 50 for two scoops
Contact: www.dorchestercollection.com
Saturday 30 May
Hit the sand with ARTBAT
ARTBAT will take over Be Beach Dubai this weekend for the venue’s official season closing party. Set against the backdrop of Dubai Harbour, the beachfront night will bring the Ukrainian electronic duo’s deep, melodic sound to the sand, with immersive production and a high-energy atmosphere by the sea. The line-up also features Stylo B2B Eli & Dani, adding to an evening built around world-class music and late-night momentum.
Where: Be Beach, Dubai Harbour, Dubai
When: Saturday, 23 May 2026 at 7pm
Price: AED 200
Contact: http://platinumlist.net
Sunday 31 May
Luxuriate at The Bay
The Bay Health Club has opened in Dubai, bringing a holistic approach to wellness and the city’s longest swimming pool. Set within the greenery of Al Barari, The Bay Health Club is a members-only wellness destination built around movement, restoration and community. Centred around a 350-metre swimmable lagoon, the club features a panoramic AI-driven gym, Pilates and yoga studios, boxing and functional training spaces, private sessions and a ladies-only area. Outdoors, members can enjoy aqua fitness, swimming classes and guided meditation, alongside rooftop padel courts, tennis and volleyball.
Where: The Bay Health Club, Wadi Al Safa 3, Al Barari, Dubai
When: Daily from 6am to 10pm
Contact: www.thebayhealthclub.com