8 brilliant things to do in Dubai this weekend

The Flying Cup
Looking for a completely different way to spend Iftar and Suhoor this month? How about breaking your fast while hovering 40 metres in the air on Dubai’s latest attraction? With 360° panoramic views from your lofty position in the sky, it’s the perfect spot for an Instagram shot with a stunning background thanks to Ain Dubai looming in the distance. Indulge in dates, baklava, croissant sandwiches and a soft drink of your choice as you dangle in the air.
Where: The Beach, JBR
When: 3pm-3am, Saturday to Friday
Price: From AED80
Contact: +971 50 414 0655,

Ramadan Nights with Alserkal Lates
The region’s most recognised art hub, Alserkal Avenue, is hosting a month long community-based festival for Ramadan nights. To foster genius, create dialogue and simply enjoy your time there, the festival boasts a range of great activities, workshops, exhibitions, and screenings. Think Japanese-inspired iftars, curated art trails of contemporary galleries by writer Egerton and films about food evolution. There’s a lot going on. It’s all housed in the specially designed warehouses that the area is known for, and comes with a real sense of togetherness, which is in keeping with this special time of year. Oh, and there are food trucks to help break your fast, too.
When: Until June 15
Where: Alserkal Avenue
Contact: +971 50 556 9797,

Iftar Cooking Classes at Top Chef Dubai
Learn to prepare the perfect Iftar meal for your friends and family from culinary experts who’ll teach you the necessary skills and techniques required. Each session is two hours long and will teach you everything you need to know to impress your Iftar guests, from starters to desserts.
Where: Top Chef Cooking Studio
When: 5pm on June 1, June 2, June 9
Price: AED415
Contact: +971 4 385 5781,

NAS Night Challenge
From climbing to crawling and swinging, you’re bound to get all dirty and sweaty but it’ll all be worth it. The challenge starts after dark and all UAE nationals, residents and international participants are allowed to participate. We recommend signing up because there are some great cash prizes to be won. First place in the individual’s category would get you AED10, 000 and first place in the team’s category would get you AED15, 000. Those who finish in second and third place will also recieve a generous amount of money.
Where: NAS Sports Complex, Nad Al Sheba
When: 7pm on May 31 (individuals) and June 2 (teams)
Contact: +971 54 394 8228,

World Burger Tour 2018
With tons of options, the world tour is here to offer some juicy burgers from around the world with special food and beverages promotions. Choose between a Schnitzel burger from Germany, a Tennessee BBQ burger from the US, a Satay burger from Singapore or a Santiago Quinoa burger from Chile. Be sure to have a taste before the end of the month.
Where: Hard Rock Café
When: 12pm-12am, June 1
Price: AED49 for drinks, AED69 for burgers
Contact: +971 4 232 8900,

Veere Di Wedding
This Bollywood movie sees four childhood friends navigate through typical desi society and their expectations at a wedding. The comedy stars Kareena Kapoor, Swara Bhaskar, Sonam Kapoor and Shikha Talsania.