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Dubai Calendar, the city’s official event listings platform, has revealed an exhilarating summer line-up to delight residents and visitors alike.
As Dubai Summer Surprises kicks off, families can dive into a world of incredible deals and engaging activities, while fitness enthusiasts can stay active and beat the heat with a range of indoor sporting activities at Dubai Sports World.
Meanwhile, an array of concerts and comedy shows featuring top-tier talent promises to keep the city buzzing with live entertainment.
With something spectacular for every taste and passion, summer in Dubai is set to exceed all expectations.
Dubai Summer Surprises
- Date: Until 31 August
- Location: Citywide
- About: Dubai Summer Surprises returns for 66 days of incredible sales, staycation offers, and prize draws. Enjoy family adventures, concerts, dining, and more – your ultimate summer starts here!
Dubai Dates festival
- Date: 25 July – 1 August
- Location: Qalaat Al Remaal
- About: Organised by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Center, visitors can explore a range of date varieties, learn traditional harvesting practices, and enjoy family-friendly activities deeply rooted in Emirati heritage.
The Messi Experience
- Date: Until 31 December
- Location: Dubai Festival City Mall
- About: Step into the thrilling world of Lionel Messi, Argentina’s FIFA World Cup-winning captain. Relive his rise from a young talent in Rosario to football legend through interactive games, jaw-dropping moments, and unforgettable stories across nine dynamic zones.
Bikeera Saturday Al Qudra Community Ride
- Date: 5 July – 30 August
- Location: Al Qudra Cycling Track
- About: Bikeera’s BOTS Saturday Roll-Out invites cyclists to join group rides every Saturday morning and test their endurance along the scenic 86km cycling track.
Dubai Sports World
- Date: 3 August – 2 September
- Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
- About: DWTC is bringing back its popular indoor sports arena for its 16th edition this summer, offering a range of activities like football, basketball, cricket, badminton, and tennis. Located in the air-conditioned Za’abeel Halls 3, 4, 5, and 6, the state-of-the-art facility provides options for all skill levels and interests.
Adonis live
- Date: 3 July
- Location: Dubai Opera
- About: Lebanese indie band Adonis will perform at Dubai Opera, showcasing their unique poetic style that has redefined Arabic music since their formation in 2011. Fans can anticipate a night of cultural storytelling and sing along to tracks like Law Baddak Yani and Al Khafif.
Beat The Heat DXB Season 4
- Date: 4, 5, 11, 12, 13 July
- Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
- About: Beat The Heat DXB returns for its fourth season at DWTC’s Zabeel Hall 6 this summer, presenting an indoor concert series featuring Arabic indie, pop, rap, R&B, and Khaleeji fusion artists.
The powerhouse lineup includes:
- 4 July: Egyptian artist TUL8TE will perform hits like Habibi Leih, alongside the UAE’s Almas and her unique Arabic and English fusion tracks such as 3ala Bali.
- 5 July: Experience the vibrant sound of Egyptian band Sharmoofers with favourites like Zambahola. Jordanian singer-songwriter Aziz Maraka will captivate with melodies including Mafi Mennik, and Syrian artist Ghaliaa will perform heart-shifting tracks like 3abali.
- 11 July: Sudanese rapper Soulja takes the stage with tracks like Suits, joined by Montiyago and his style with songs like Ducati, and Mo Ali performing reggae-infused hits like Dance With Me.
- 12 July: Saudi pop sensation Bader Al Shuaibi will perform chart-toppers like Bravo Aleik. Kuwaiti artist Abdulaziz Louis brings smooth vocals with songs like Sukar, and Nasser Abbas will deliver hits like Fe Shay Gher.
- 13 July: The series concludes with Akhras, known for hits like Skaba, joined by Big Sam and Lana Lubany for a thrilling closing show.
TJ Monterde live
- Date: 13 July
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena
- About: Award-winning Filipino singer-songwriter TJ Monterde will bring his Sarili Nating Mundo World Tour to Coca-Cola Arena. Following a sold-out Manila concert, Monterde will perform hits like Ikaw at Ako and Mahika, which have more than one billion Spotify streams and earned him the title of Top OPM Artist.
Shreya Ghoshal live
- Date: 19 July
- Location: Dubai World Trade Centre
- About: Bollywood music enthusiasts can look forward to a performance by legendary singer Shreya Ghoshal as she performs chart-topping hits such as Dola Re Dola and Barso Re. With more than two decades in the industry, Ghoshal is the proud recipient of several accolades, including four National Film Awards and seven Filmfare Awards.
Spacetoon Memories
- Date: 2-3 August
- Location: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray
- About: Get ready for a blast from the past as Spacetoon Memories celebrates the beloved 90s Arabic-dubbed anime channel. Fans can sing along with Assem Sukkar, a key singer and composer for Spacetoon, as he performs iconic theme songs from classic shows like Dragon Ball and Hazeem Al-Ra’ad.
Sagar Wali Qawwali ft. Sagar Bhatia
- Date: 16 August
- Location: Coca-Cola Arena
- About: Get ready for a soul-stirring experience as Sufi maestro Sagar Bhatia takes fans on an immersive musical journey through classic and modern ‘qawwalis’, perfect for both long-time Sufi lovers and newcomers to the genre.
Natalie Imbruglia live
- Date: 23 August
- Location: Dubai Opera
- About: Australian star Natalie Imbruglia, celebrated for her 1997 global hit Torn, will grace the stage at Dubai Opera and deliver an evening of pop hits captivating audiences with her powerful vocals and enduring artistry.
Gaurav Gupta live
- Date: 30 August
- Location: Dubai College
- About: Dentist-turned-comedian Gaurav Gupta is returning to Dubai for two Hindi comedy acts on 30 August. Audiences can expect an evening filled with his signature humour, fresh jokes, and guaranteed laughter from start to finish.
Play: Suna’a Fi Al-Kuwait 2
- Date: 29-30 August
- Location: Dubai Opera
- About: Suna’a Fi Al-Kuwait 2, starring Shujoun Al-Hajri, offers a witty and whimsical theatrical journey into Kuwaiti culture through a playful clash between tradition and modernity.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
