This Week in Dubai: Where to Eat, Shop and Play

Dubai never really slows down, not even in the thick of summer. Between air-conditioned malls, evening dining destinations and pop-up events popping up all over the city, there is plenty to fill your week without ever breaking a sweat.

Here is your guide to the best of what is happening, from cocktail evenings to cinnamon rolls.

1. Sip and Stay Late at MiMi Mei Fair

Head to Downtown Boulevard for an evening that starts with contemporary Chinese cuisine and ends somewhere far more glamorous. MiMi's Dinner Set Menu runs daily from 6pm, offering a three-course tasting experience at AED 228 per person, paired with a choice of signature cocktails. Afterwards, slip into Moon Bar by MiMi for its Art Deco interiors and Thursday to Saturday free-flowing cocktail sessions.

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2. Celebrate 25 Years of Cinnabon at Ibn Battuta Mall

Cinnabon is marking a quarter century with a scratch and win celebration running until August 31. Every AED 75 spent earns a Scratch & Win card, with prizes including an iPhone 17, an iPad and vouchers from Kalyan Jewellers and Wagjish. Everyone walks away a winner, so it is worth swinging by for a cinnamon roll and a bit of luck on the side.

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3. Travel the Silk Road at Silk Lantern

Silk Lantern, tucked inside Jebel Ali Recreation Club, is taking guests on a flavour-packed journey through Tibet, South India, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Thailand and China as part of Summer Restaurant Week. Chef Satheesh Sadanandan has curated menus that make sampling it all effortless, with lunch priced at AED 80 and dinner at AED 120. The offer runs until August 2, so there is little time left to catch it.

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4. Go All Out with a SPArty at Circle Mall

StarKids Salon & Spa in Circle Mall, JVC is turning birthdays into full-blown celebrations this summer. The SPAtacular SParty Package covers six girls for AED 1,500, complete with nail art, princess or mermaid braids, face gems, spa robes and party games, all wrapped into a two hour session. Not celebrating just yet? There is 20 percent off select services until August 30 too.

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5. Cool Down with New Lassis at Rohini

Rohini at Mövenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers has introduced two new lassis for the season, the Very Berry Lassi and the Khoya and Coconut Lassi. One brings a bright, tart edge from fresh berries, while the other leans into rich, creamy indulgence. Both are designed to complement Rohini's bold, spice-forward Indian menu, offering a cooling contrast as the temperatures climb across the city.

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6. Step Into Japan at Times Square Center

Speedy Comics brings "Celebrate Japan" to Times Square Center on August 1-2, a free-entry weekend packed with gaming, cosplay, food and family fun. Expect a marketplace of local creators, a trading card community area, the BIZ KIDZ youth entrepreneur showcase and stage entertainment throughout the day. It runs from 12pm to 10pm and welcomes anime fans, collectors and curious families alike.

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7. Toast World Oyster Day at Amelia Dubai

On Wednesday August 5, Amelia Dubai is marking World Oyster Day with complimentary freshly shucked oysters for every dining guest. Set against a steampunk-inspired backdrop, the oysters are paired with Amelia's signature Nikkei cuisine and standout mixology for a one-day-only treat. It is a small indulgence with a big payoff, perfect for anyone looking to make a Wednesday feel a little more special.

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8. Dine Your Way Through Summer Restaurant Week

Summer Restaurant Week, part of Dubai Summer Surprises, is in its final stretch, wrapping up on Saturday August 2. More than 55 restaurants across the city, including Leña Dubai, Piehaus, NETTE, Nought Pizza and Sal's Bistro, are offering curated lunch menus at AED 80 and dinner menus at AED 120. It is the last chance this year to sample some of Dubai's best tables without the usual price tag.

9. Shop Homegrown at Nad Al Sheba Mall

The Summer Edit brings homegrown fashion, beauty and lifestyle brand It Girl to Nad Al Sheba Mall across two weekends, from July 30 to August 2 and again from August 6-9. Highlights include The Bloom Bar, where every AED 300 spent earns a complimentary flower, plus a charm bar for personalised jewellery and a photobooth built for summer snapshots. It is a cool, curated way to spend a weekend indoors.