New spots, eats, events & everything happening around the city, so you know what’s on in Dubai this week
Some cities sparkle; Dubai glows from the inside out. New spots, cool things happening everywhere, calendars already filling up. If you’re wondering what’s on in Dubai this week – from new restaurants and pop-ups to events everyone is talking about – this is your heads-up so you don’t end up with serious FOMO by Sunday.
Nobu One Za’abeel
Nobu aka the new place to be in Dubai has officially opened at The Link in One Za’abeel, bringing its Japanese-Peruvian menu to one of the city’s most striking addresses. This will be the brand’s third location in Dubai, set high above the skyline with a spacious dining room, private areas, a lounge and a bar framed by floor-to-ceiling windows. The design stays true to Nobu’s signature style with a more futuristic edge, and for the first time in Dubai, the restaurant will introduce live entertainment as part of the experience. Founded by chef Nobu Matsuhisa with Robert De Niro and Meir Teper, this opening is already one to watch for 2026.
Where: Nobu, The Link, One Za’abeel
Contact: @nobuonezaabeel
Matcha Club Dubai
If you’re looking for new ways to move, stretch and reset, Matcha Club Dubai brings warm and heated classes in Sculpt, Power Pilates, Yin, Deep Stretch and Vinyasa Flow. Each 50-minute session happens in a softly heated studio that loosens muscles, improves mobility and encourages fluid, controlled movement. Whether you’re going all out for a full-body burn, focusing on core and lower-body work, or settling into a slower restorative stretch, there’s a class to match your mood – and you’ll leave energized and ready for the week ahead.
Where: Matcha Club Dubai, Al Quoz
When: Daily classes from 8am to 7pm – See full schedule at matcha-club.com
Cost: Discovery class Dhs95; single class Dhs115; 5-class pack Dhs475 (interchangeable across all classes)
Contact: @matchadxb
25 Jump Street
For anyone not doing Dry January… 25 Jump Street has just landed at One Central, quickly becoming the go-to for after-work hangs and midweek catch-ups. With a dozen licensed restaurants and bars under one roof, you can grab dinner, stay for drinks, and see where the night takes you. One destination, endless options – perfect for making the most of any evening.
Where: Dubai World Trade Centre, One Central – The Offices 4-5
Contact: @25jumpstreetdxb
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Hero Dubai Desert Classic
Golf fans, it’s back… the Hero Dubai Desert Classic returns in 2026. Dubai’s longest-running tournament is teeing up some of the biggest names in the game, including Rory McIlroy, who’s back and hungry for the trophy. With a multi-million-dirham prize up for grabs, get ready for four days of world-class golf and top-tier on-course action.
Where: Majlis Course, Emirates Golf Club, Dubai
When: Thursday, January 22 to Sunday, January 25, 10am to 11pm
Contact: dubaidesertclassic.com
HANU x Mari
If you love Korean food, this is not to be missed. HANU at St. Regis Gardens is teaming up with Michelin-starred New York restaurant Mari for a two-night pop-up. Chef Kyung Soo Moon and Chef Sungchul Shim will serve a 15-course set menu featuring hand rolls, Korean classics, and inventive desserts.
Where: HANU, St. Regis Gardens, Palm Jumeirah
When: January 21 & 22, 6pm & 9pm
Cost: Dhs895 per person
Contact: (0)4 278 4844 @hanu_dubai
TATTU Dubai x SEVEN Wellness Club
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Start your Saturday with Pilates above the city at TATTU Dubai’s Sky Pool. SEVEN Wellness Club leads a focused, energising class that stretches, strengthens, and resets you with stunning city views all around. Round off with a refreshing drink, and if you’re feeling indulgent, stick around on a sunbed by the pool and enjoy light bites and sips.
Where: TATTU Dubai, Sky Pool
When: Every Saturday, 8.15am
Cost: From Dhs175 (Pilates + drink); Dhs425 (Pilates + drink + single sunbed 9.30am to 1.30pm, Dhs100 redeemable on F&B)
Contact: @tattudubai @sevenwellness
Sausage making workshop at Fin & Bone
If you’re up for something a little different, Fin & Bone in Al Barari is launching a hands-on sausage making workshop that’s ideal for families or small groups of friends. Led by Head Butcher Richard Douglas, you’ll learn the full process – from choosing ingredients to filling casings – and make your own sausages along the way. Workshops run Monday to Saturday, 2–5pm, last around 90 minutes, and are limited to four people per session, keeping things relaxed and personal. No experience needed, just an appetite for trying something new.
Where: in & Bone, Seventh Heaven, Al Barari
When: Monday to Saturday, 2–5pm
Contact: @finandbone.ae
Tom Odell
BRIT Award-winning singer-songwriter Tom Odell brings his A Wonderful Life Tour to Dubai for an evening of raw emotion and piano-led storytelling. Best known for the global hit Another Love, Odell’s intimate performances blend vulnerability, intensity and beautifully crafted melodies, drawing from a catalogue that explores love, loss and hope with striking honesty.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai
When: Saturday, January 24; Doors 8pm
Tickets: From Dhs295, Platinumlist.net
Pizza Week
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For anyone who loves pizza (and a bit of hands-on fun), The Coop House at Mirdif City Centre is hosting a DIY Pizza Week from January 19–25. Grab the artisan dough, pick your toppings, and watch your creation cook in the restaurant’s traditional wood-fired dome oven. Chefs are on hand to guide you, so it’s easy, interactive, and fun for all ages – perfect for a playful midweek treat or a weekend pizza adventure.
Where: The Coop House, Mirdif City Centre
When: January 19 to 25
Cost: From Dhs69 per pizza
Contact: @thecoophousedubai
Vibe at FIVE
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At ReFIVE, it’s all about focused, results-driven reformer Pilates. Small classes guide you through movements that sculpt, strengthen, and energise, with instructors who pay attention to every detail. Sundays are for Soulful Sunday – the perfect way to move, reset, and unwind with Pilates followed by spa access, ice baths, and steam. Pair your session with a matcha, protein shake, or cold-pressed juice from Detox Me Café, making it a workout that leaves you feeling good inside and out.
When: Monday to Friday, 7am to 10am and 5pm to 7pm; Saturday & Sunday, 8am to 10am and 5pm to 7pm
Where: ReFIVE Pilates Studio, FIVE Palm Jumeirah
Cost: Group classes from Dhs165 (Single class); 3–20 class packs from Dhs480; private classes from Dhs450; Soulful Sunday experiences from Dhs295
Contact: @moveatfive
Dance above the city with HVMZA
If your weekend plans need a soundtrack, HVMZA is taking over Skyline Saturdays at The Penthouse Dubai. Expect a smooth blend of Afro, Latin and Organic House, layered with Turkish and Arabic influences that keep the energy flowing all night. Known for building long, immersive sets, HVMZA’s sound is made for the perfect rooftop nights.
Where: The Penthouse, FIVE Palm Jumeirah
When: Saturday, January 24
Contact: @thepenthousedubai
