5 anti-Valentine’s parties to try in Dubai

Single this Valentine’s? No problem. Get out and enjoy yourself like, it’s just like any other night anyway. Here are five places in Dubai promising an outing with no Cupid, no flowers…just like-minded singles.

Q43
Ladies listen up! The New York loft style venue’s anti-Valentine’s party motto is double the fun for single ones. Think twice the usual number of beverages on ladies’ night this Tuesday. So put on your heels, gather the girls and get ready to party.
When: Tuesday, February 13
Where: Media One Hotel
Contact: +971 4 443 5403, website

on Nov 12, 2017 at 2:06am PST

Cook Hall
Westin Dubai’s gastropub has everyone sorted this Valentine’s Day. Ladies will get three free drinks from 8pm to 11pm, while guys will get a free hop with every main course ordered. There’s more. Guests will also be treated to a 25 percent discount on food and beverages – nice!
Where: The Westin Dubai, Al Habtoor City
Contact: +971 4 435 5577, website

on Feb 4, 2018 at 5:45am PST

Lock Stock & Barrel
Single but don’t mind a little mingle? Make your way to this popular industrial bar in Barsha Heights where mushy stories and soppy love songs are a no-no. Ladies will be treated to three free beverages, and there’ll be a massive party from 6pm onwards on February 13.
When: Tuesday, February 13
Where: Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights
Contact: +971 4 514 9195,

on Nov 23, 2017 at 2:33am PST

Pure Sky Lounge
For those who’d rather spend Valentine’s with the girls, Hilton’s the spot for you. The rooftop lounge is offering ladies free-flowing bubbles and nibbles for AED150 on February 14. The views of the Arabian Gulf views set the scene while the saxophonist and DJ set the mood.
Where: Hilton Dubai The Walk
Contact: +971 4 374 7888, website

on Oct 27, 2017 at 2:29am PDT

Tamanya Terrace
Tamanya Terrace will be serving up beverages for just AED19 this Valentine’s Day. And the DJ has made a pledge not to play a single love song, we like.
Where: Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City
Contact: +971 4 366 9131, website

on Jan 11, 2017 at 5:33am PST