Get your calendars out – exhilarating adventures, brunch and culture await.
It’s a new year, which means it’s a chance to try new things. Dubai is filled with concerts, new dining destinations, and plenty of entertainment options. Here are the best things to do in Dubai this week.
Monday 26 January
Check out the restaurants at 25 Jump Street
25 Jump Street has opened behind 25hours Hotel One Central, bringing dining, mixology and culture to one walkable strip. Created by 7 Management, the new hub spans multiple concepts, from Antika’s theatrical Lebanese nights and Cinema Akil’s indie screenings to Em Sherif Deli’s mezze, shawarma and mouneh corner. Expect tacos and DJs at Esco-Bar, viral smashed patties at Junk Burger, cocktails at Lady Bird, and laughs at Kris Fade’s Pepperoni Comedy Club, with year-round programming promised from day to night.
GO: Follow @25jumpstreetdxb on Instagram for more information.
Tuesday 27 January
Catch a Reel Palestine screening
Cinema Akil marks the 12th anniversary of Reel Palestine with a 10-day festival running until 1 February 2026, spotlighting Palestinian stories across 29 screenings of features, documentaries and shorts. The programme is paired with Q&As, workshops and community events. On 27 January, a series of short films will screen alongside The Voice of Hind Rajab. Directed by Kaouther Ben Hania, the film blends documentary urgency with dramatised reconstruction, tracing the final hours of Hind Rajab, a young girl trapped in a car under fire in Gaza as rescuers race to reach her. Built around recorded calls, it turns a real voice into the spine of the story, and a stark reminder of what gets lost in headlines.
GO: Visit www.cinemaakil.com for more information.
Wednesday 28 January
See Jason Momoa perform with Öof Tatata
Hollywood actor Jason Momoa is returning to Dubai, this time not for a film premiere or brand launch, but to perform live with his band, Öof Tatata. Taking place at The Agenda in Dubai Media City on 28 January, the show forms part of the debut Meili Festival, backed by the actor’s Meili Vodka brand. So, who is Öof Tatata? The group features Momoa on bass, alongside Mike Hayes on vocals and guitar and Kenny Dale on drums. While Momoa needs no introduction thanks to blockbuster roles in Aquaman and Game of Thrones, this performance marks his first time bringing his band to the region, offering Dubai audiences a new side of the multi-hyphenate star.
GO: Visit http://platinumlist.net for more information.
Thursday 29 January
Watch Wicked The Musical at Dubai Opera
Wicked The Musical is landing in Dubai for the first time, and Dubai Opera is rolling out the green carpet. The celebrated production will take over the venue for a limited 20-day season, marking the show’s long-awaited UAE debut. First performed in New York in 2003, Wicked has become a global theatre phenomenon, captivating audiences with standout numbers including “Popular”, “Defying Gravity” and “For Good”. Fans can also expect the show’s signature aerial moment, as a witch takes flight above the audience.
GO: Visit http://platinumlist.net for more information.
Friday 30 January
Rock out with Air Supply
Live Nation Middle East will welcome legendary soft rock duo Air Supply to Coca-Cola Arena in January 2026. Formed in 1975 when Graham Russell and Russell Hitchcock met in the chorus of the Australian touring production of Jesus Christ Superstar, Air Supply have spent nearly five decades soundtracking love stories with heartfelt ballads and unmistakable 80s hits. Their chart run includes five consecutive top-five singles: “Lost in Love,” “All Out of Love,” “Every Woman in the World,” “The One That You Love,” and “Here I Am.” The band has sold more than 20 million copies across their first three albums and Greatest Hits, while radio staples such as “Sweet Dreams” and “Making Love Out of Nothing At All” continue to resonate with new generations.
GO: Visit https://platinumlist.net for more information.
Saturday 31 January
Dance the night away at Ministry of Sound
Ministry of Sound brings its 35th Anniversary World Tour to Dubai with a day-to-night takeover at Ain Dubai on Saturday, 31 January 2026. It marks the first time the club stages its full experience in the UAE, pairing big production with its signature atmosphere. The lineup is led by Dennis Ferrer and Armand Van Helden, joined by DJ Tennis, HoneyLuv, Caiiro, Da Capo, Enoo Napa, Aline Rocha and Dubai duo Arcade 82. Ticket tiers include General Admission, VIP Elevation Decks, and a VVIP zone behind the DJ booth with complimentary beverages.
GO: Visit https://dubai.platinumlist.net for more information.
Sunday 1 February
Book a mangrove stay
Set among Umm Al Quwain’s mangroves, Luxeglamp Umm Al Quwain is a new high-end eco glamping resort designed for slow living. The boutique site features 10 glass-domed rooms connected by wooden walkways that weave through the wetlands. Each dome comes with a hammock, private plunge pool and patio, while the resort also claims the UAE’s first private sauna experience. On the dining front, Luxe Bistro is a Balinese-themed, glass-domed concept serving a fusion of flavours.
GO: Visit https://luxeglamp.com for more information.
