Rave's Top Weekend Picks in the UAE: January 23–25, 2026
by Layla Hassan
23 Jan 2026
This weekend, the UAE comes alive with a diverse lineup of experiences that promise to make your days off truly memorable. From wellness initiatives that reward your active lifestyle to immersive dining adventures that blur the lines between magic and gastronomy, there's something for everyone. Whether you're looking to explore heritage sites with a coffee in hand, celebrate a birthday bash with epic prizes, or indulge in alpine-inspired cuisine under the desert stars, these handpicked events capture the best of what the Emirates has to offer right now. Here are our top picks for an unforgettable weekend.
Hola Zero Sugar Café's "You Move, We Brew" Wellness Challenge
Start your weekend on an active note with this feel-good initiative that rewards healthy living. Hola Zero Sugar Café is encouraging Dubai residents to hit their fitness goals with a simple challenge: complete 10,000 steps in a single day and earn yourself a complimentary coffee. Located within Times Square Centre's Picnic Square, this homegrown café is all about mindful eating and community wellness, offering a menu of keto-friendly, zero-sugar treats that prove clean eating can be delicious.
Location: Hola Zero Sugar Café, Times Square Centre, Dubai
Time: Ongoing challenge during café operating hours
Price: Free coffee upon showing 10,000 steps on any fitness/health app
How to Claim: Track your steps, visit the café, show your step count at the counter, and enjoy your complimentary brew
More Info: visit www.timessquarecenter.ae or follow @timessquaredxb and @hola_keto.ae on Instagram
MOLI by SHI x Wear That: The Stylish Ladies' Night
Elevate your Tuesday evenings with the most fashion-forward Ladies' Night of the season. MOLI by SHI has partnered with Wear That, the Middle East's leading personal styling platform, to create an experience where contemporary Chinese cuisine meets personalised fashion styling. Ladies dining on Tuesday nights receive access to a free personal styling session and a special one-time subscription offer of just AED 5 (regularly AED 109/month) using code MOLI26.
Location: MOLI by SHI, Dubai Hills Business Park
Time: Every Tuesday, 8:00 PM – 11:00 PM (running until 20 February 2026)
Price: AED 150 per person for unlimited drinks and selected bites
What's Included: Live DJs, vibrant atmosphere, plus exclusive Wear That styling offer
Special Offer: Use code MOLI26 for an AED 5 subscription (includes unlimited styling sessions)
More info: visit MOLI By SHI
Peet's Coffee Drive-Thru Launch with Number Plate Discounts
This is your chance to score up to 99% off your coffee order. Peet's Coffee is celebrating its first-ever Drive-Thru locations in Motor City, with a brilliant promotion: your discount equals the last two digits of your car's license plate number. If your plate ends in 99, you get 99% off; if it's 45, you save 45%. It's premium craft coffee made convenient, fast, and incredibly affordable this week only.
Location: Motor City Drive-Thru locations, Dubai
Time: January 23–29, 2026
Price: Discount based on the last two digits of your number plate (up to 99% off)
New Addition: Try the Honey Cloud Matcha, made with organic ceremonial matcha
More Info: Visit www.peets.com
Puro Café Pop-Up at Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village
Experience refined flavours in a setting steeped in history. Puro Café has returned to one of Ras Al Khaimah's most iconic cultural destinations with a limited-time pop-up that runs until February 8. Set within the atmospheric Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village, this is your chance to savour curated food and beverage offerings while exploring one of the UAE's best-preserved historic sites—ideal for relaxing afternoons and sunset visits.
Location: Al Jazeera Al Hamra Heritage Village, Ras Al Khaimah
Time:
· Wednesday to Thursday: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM
· Friday to Sunday: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Duration: Until 8 February 2026
Bookings: reservations1484@puro.ae | +971 56 500 3669 | 04 815 7333
More Info: www.visitjebeljais.com
Topgolf Dubai's 5th Birthday Celebration
Join the ultimate month-long birthday bash where every swing could win you incredible prizes. Topgolf Dubai is marking five years with the interactive Topgolf Passport experience—collect five stamps from different venue hotspots and enter to win a Bahrain Grand Prix Paddock Experience for two. Plus, watch for Golden Balls during gameplay that unlock instant prizes. The celebrations culminate in a special birthday party on January 29 with exclusive packages, live entertainment, and a surprise finale.
Location: Topgolf Dubai
Time: 1–29 January 2026 (Birthday Party: 29 January)
Price: Regular play rates apply; birthday party packages available on the top level
Special Features:
· Topgolf Passport challenge (collect 5 stamps)
· Golden Balls for instant prizes
· Grand prize: Bahrain Grand Prix Paddock Experience
Bookings: Topgolf Turns 5 | Dubai
The Winter Nest: Alpine Magic in the Desert
Escape to an intimate winter wonderland just steps from Sonara Camp. Returning for its second season, The Winter Nest offers an alpine-inspired dining experience featuring fondue, raclette, and pierrade under a canopy of desert stars. Begin with a signature winter drink as the sun sets over the dunes, then settle in for comfort food meant for sharing and lingering. Private chalets are available for an even more exclusive experience with glowing lanterns and dedicated service.
Location: Near Sonara Camp, Dubai Desert
Time: until 28 February 2026 (evenings)
Price: Starting from AED 650 per person; private chalets from AED 4,000
Experience Includes: Winter drinks, sunset viewing, alpine-inspired dinner, stargazing
Bookings: Email: info@sonara.ae
For more info: Visit www.nara.ae
The Magic Table: Immersive Dining Experience
Witness the world's most captivating culinary concept at Andaz Dubai, The Palm. Created by The Clairvoyants (runners-up on America's Got Talent), The Magic Table transforms dinner into a two-hour journey of interactive magic, live illusions, and 3D visuals projected directly onto your table. With only 40 guests per show, this intimate experience combines a specially curated 5-course menu with mind-bending entertainment that makes you an active participant in the story.
Location: Andaz Dubai, The Palm
Time: Wednesday to Sunday, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM and 9:00 PM – 11:00 PM sittings
Duration: Limited six-month residency
Price:
· The Grand Illusion: AED 725 per person (Premium menu)
· The Wizard Feast: AED 595 per person (Classic 5-course)
· The Garden of Illusions: AED 545 per person (Vegetarian)
· The Little Trick: AED 310 per child (Kids menu)
Menu Highlights: Crab Salad, Smoked Duck Breast, A5 Wagyu Short Ribs, Chocolate Marquise
Fire & Feast BBQ at Lapita, Dubai Parks™ & Resorts
Cap off your weekend with flame-seared flavours at Kalea Restaurant's Fire & Feast BBQ. This laid-back island dining experience features live cooking stations, smoky aromas, and expertly grilled favourites in a relaxed, vibrant atmosphere. Perfect for those who love bold flavours and an unforgettable evening under the stars, this is casual dining elevated with serious grilling skills.
Location: Kalea Restaurant, Lapita, Dubai Parks™ & Resorts
Date: 24 January 2026
Time: 6:30 PM – 11:00 PMPrice: From AED 199 per person
Features: Live cooking stations, grilled specialities, island-inspired atmosphere
Bookings: Call 04 810 9421 or email ak.dxbak.restaurant.reservations@autographhotels.com
Mission Play! by Mattel: International Playdate Day Celebration
Celebrate the power of play with your family at this special four-day event perfect for the weekend. Mission Play! by Mattel is hosting interactive activities that bring children and parents together through creativity, movement, and self-expression. Inspired by Mattel's Shape of Play study, three new limited-time playdate activities span across the Hot Wheels, Barbie, and MEGA zones. From building Abu Dhabi's skyline with blocks to racing remote-controlled cars across painted canvases and creating custom artwork together, these hands-on experiences foster teamwork, imagination, and connection.
Location: Mission Play, The Galleria Mall, Abu Dhabi
Dates: 22–25 January 2025 (Thursday to Sunday)
Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PMPrice: Access via Mission Play card (prices as per venue)
Special Offer: First 30 visitors each day receive a complimentary toy with a card purchase
Activities Include:
MEGA Maker - Build the Skyline: Collaborative large-scale city building
Hot Wheels - Stunt City: RC car racing with painted canvas creation
Barbie You Can Be Anything - Artist Studio: Guided parent-child painting session
What's Included: All-day play pass includes additional Play Day activities
For more info: visit: https://missionplaybymattel.ae/