The Sandy Times

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, August 26–September 1

The last week of summer is here

by Dara Morgan

25 Aug 2025

Entertainment

How To Celebrate Emirati Women’s Day 2025 In Dubai

Not a usual Thursday: celebrate August 28 in style

by Dara Morgan

21 Aug 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, August 12–18

From a great dinner to an exhibition with an intriguing name — The Boys Are Alright

by Alexandra Mansilla

12 Aug 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, August 5–11

From trying a new coffee place to hitting the best parties in the city. Or… maybe just chill

by Alexandra Mansilla

4 Aug 2025

Cultural Code In Motion: Russian Seasons Arrives In Dubai

Festival founder Daria Matsievskaya reflects on heritage, innovation, and cultural dialogue

by Dara Morgan

1 Aug 2025

A First Look At Dubai Design Week 2025: What We Know So Far

What is the theme this year, and what can we actually expect from the Middle East’s biggest design festival?

by Alexandra Mansilla

29 Jul 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, July 29–August 4

We have seen the future — and your week is packed with art, sport, dance, and… oud

by Barbara Yakimchuk

28 Jul 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, July 22–28

Pottery for your mental health, a new Secta party, music at Honeycomb Hifi, and more

by Alexandra Mansilla

22 Jul 2025

Fashion

Fashion Events To Watch In the MENA Region (2025 Calendar)

If all the upcoming events feel like a total blur, save this calendar

by Alexandra Mansilla

22 Jul 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, July 15–21

For those who want their week full of impressions, but don’t want to waste time planning it

by Barbara Yakimchuk

14 Jul 2025

Your Week In Dubai: What To Do, July 8–14

We planned out the week so you don’t have to waste time looking for places to go

by Alexandra Mansilla

8 Jul 2025

UAE Cultural Digest: July 2025

For those whose lifestyle can't be slowered by scorching heat

by Dara Morgan

26 Jun 2025

Lifestyle

My Flight Is Cancelled: What To Do Next

Quick answers on what to do if your flight is cancelled, which airlines offer refunds, and which routes remain suspended

by Barbara Yakimchuk

25 Jun 2025

Interview

‘I Am Inviting the Public To Trespass’: Priyanka Mehra On ‘No Trespassing’

Meet the show that is an explosive blend of white-cube minimalism and the raw energy of the street

by Alexandra Mansilla

24 Jun 2025

Father’s Day In Dubai 2025: Where To Celebrate And What To Gift

Special treats that your dad will sure appreciate

by Dara Morgan

18 Jun 2025

Lebanon

We Design Beirut — Edition Two: When, Where, What, And Why

Trust us: you must see it, hear it, and feel it — it is unlike anything else

by Alexandra Mansilla

18 Jun 2025

Restaurants

Food

Hop On a Culinary World Tour, But Without Leaving Dubai

The real travelling starts with the cuisine — and thanks to Restaurant Month, you won’t need to leave Dubai to do it

by Sandy Staff

30 May 2025

Music

UAE Cultural Digest: June 2025

Top cultural, art, and music events this month — the ones you simply can't miss

by Barbara Yakimchuk

28 May 2025

Architecture