The hot Dubai summer is finally drawing to a close. The busy season is just around the corner, and the bliss of traffic-free streets will vanish sooner than we would like — in just a couple of weeks. For now, we are cooled down, recharged, and keeping our batteries in safe mode, quietly bracing for the whirlwind of art, music, fun, and non-stop rush that is about to hit.

And the week’s events echo that very mood, almost like a carefully mixed playlist for the true melomaniac — one half upbeat and full of energy, hinting at the season ahead, the other half slow and laid-back, perfect for some well-deserved downtime. So, where to go and what to see? Keep scrolling.

Where? Various venues across City Walk

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Where? Abu Dhabi Louvre

Yes, this Wednesday I am offering you something special — a chance to draw at the Louvre! And no, this isn’t about vandalism — quite the opposite. It is a beautifully organised workshop led by Louvre Abu Dhabi.

With the guidance of a Museum Educator, you will learn the basics of different drawing techniques — from capturing the human figure to landscapes — and pick up expert tips along the way. After a 30-minute lesson, you will have time to put what you have learnt into practice, sketching right in front of the masterpieces themselves.

It is the kind of experience you would normally only dream of pinning to your Pinterest board or adding to a “someday” wishlist — but this time, it is here.

Where? Alserkal Avenue, Warehouse 47

Alserkal never fails to surprise with the number of exciting exhibitions it has in store. And while most places slow down and take a summer break, Alserkal only seems to accelerate its energy, moving at double pace.

One highlight worth catching is "Antevasin — The One Who Sits at the Border of Two Worlds" exhibition by Richi Bhatia, exploring the porous boundaries between life and death, body and commodity, human and non-human.

What is most fascinating is not only that Bhatia works between two countries — India and the UAE — but also the sheer range of mediums she weaves into her practice: drawing, performance, object-making, food interventions, and assemblage.

Where? Theatre of Digital Art, Souk Madinat Jumeirah

This Friday is the day for all Italian culture lovers — and no, it isn't about pizza and pasta this time. It is about music! After all, what better way to celebrate Italian culture than through its timeless songs?

Bibi, an Italian singer based in Dubai, will bring a fresh and engaging twist to iconic classics. Expect a wave of nostalgia — the kind that touches the heart while lifting your spirits. Get ready to sing, sway, and dance along!

As autumn edges closer, Dubai’s calendar is filling up fast — and this Saturday you will actually have to choose where to go.

Where? Deep Dive Dubai

Gahwa Beats has been one of this summer’s standout trends: coffee-fuelled parties for those who want to dance to their favourite beats yet still wake up fresh the next morning. This Saturday marks the final edition of the series — so if a coffee party is your vibe, don’t miss the chance to close out summer in style.

Where? Sun & Sands Sea View Hotel

On the other hand, Moist Party captures the very soul of Dubai nightlife — loud, fun, and unapologetically wild. This week behind the decks is Sonchauni (known to close circles as Assi Abogado), whose sets blend experimental electronic sounds with an unmistakable storytelling edge. If you are hoping for something more low-key, better keep scrolling — this one is anything but quiet.

This Sunday comes with options.

Where? Alserkal Avenue, The Junction

If Hindi is your language, head over to Alserkal where Vivek Samtani brings the hilarity of everyday struggles and heartfelt life stories to the stage. They say laughter is the best medicine (not sure who proved it, but I am fully convinced!).

Where? Cinema Akil

Prefer English? Then Cinema Akil has you covered with a line-up of classics we all secretly know by heart. Expect yourself mouthing along to iconic lines from "Singing in the Rain", "Dead Poets Society", "Memento", and "Before Sunset".

Traditionally, Mondays are made for staying in. But this week, I have got something better than rewatching your favourite film or staring at the ceiling. It is finally time to download our long-awaited STR app!

It brings together exclusive mixes, curated playlists, and podcasts on every theme — the perfect soundtrack for whatever you are doing.