Food, comedy, Spider-Man? The weekend is looking exciting for UAE residents Last updated: July 31, 2026 | 09:244 MIN READOr...you can try fun, interactive dining this weekend. Looking for plans beyond the usual weekend routine? Dubai has plenty happening, from a one-day oyster celebration and a Riviera-inspired pop-up to interactive dining adventures, comedy shows and new cinema releases. Here are some experiences worth adding to your calendar.1. Enjoy complimentary oystersThe world's your oyster, so eat them too. Seafood lovers have a reason to head to Downtown Dubai this week as Amelia Dubai marks World Oyster Day with a special one-day dining offer.On Wednesday, August 5, guests dining at the Nikkei restaurant can enjoy complimentary freshly shucked oysters alongside its Japanese-Peruvian inspired menu. The evening combines seafood, dramatic interiors and an immersive dining setting inspired by the venue’s signature steampunk aesthetic.The offer is available for all dining guests, making it a midweek excuse to try one of Dubai’s more theatrical dining spots.When: Wednesday, August 5, 2026Where: Amelia Dubai, Address Sky View, Downtown DubaiPrice: Complimentary oysters for dining guestsOpening hours: 7pm–3am2. Take a summer trip to the Italian Riviera — without leaving DubaiDreaming of an Amalfi-style escape? City Centre Mirdif is bringing a slice of the Italian Riviera indoors with its summer pop-up, The Riviera.Visitors can explore an experience inspired by Italy’s coastal charm, featuring interactive games, beauty experiences, personalised merchandise, photo opportunities and food concepts.Shoppers spending Dh300 or more at the mall can also unlock access to rewards including mall gift cards, cinema tickets, retailer hampers and exclusive merchandise.When: Until August 9, 2026Where: City Centre MirdifTime: 2pm–10pmPrice: Free with Dh300 mall spend3. Step into a dining adventure How about some storytelling fun, folks...over dinner? Dinner gets a storytelling makeover at Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown Dubai, where families can become part of an interactive adventure.The 3 Crystals combines a meal with live storytelling, puzzles, projections and special effects as young explorers help solve challenges and collect three magical crystals to restore balance between dimensions.The family-friendly experience turns every course into part of the story, with guests following clues and characters throughout the evening.Two seating times are available, with regular and vegetarian menus featuring dishes such as smoked chicken starters, cauliflower steak, mashed potato creations and interactive desserts.When: Every Friday and SaturdayTime: 7pm–8pm or 8.30pm–9.30pmWhere: M Floor, Tunis 1 Event Room, Mövenpick Hotel Apartments Downtown DubaiPrice: Dh280 per adult | Dh190 per child4. Catch a stand-up comedy night with Saaniya AbbasNeed a laugh this weekend? Comedian Saaniya Abbas is taking over Pepperoni Comedy Club for a headline performance featuring her observational humour and personal storytelling.The intimate venue means audiences are close to the action, creating a more interactive comedy experience than a traditional theatre show.Doors open before the show, giving guests time to settle in before the performance begins.When: Saturday, August 1Time: Doors open at 8pm | Show starts at 9pmWhere: Pepperoni Comedy Club, 25hours Hotel One Central, DubaiPrice: From Dh1605. Try a tropical twist on afternoon teaAfternoon tea goes coastal at The Tea Room at Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel.The new menu moves beyond traditional sandwiches, featuring seafood-inspired savouries, black ink scones and desserts built around tropical flavours such as mango, coconut and passion fruit.Expect a colourful spread featuring ingredients like scallops, shrimp, smoked salmon and crab, alongside lighter sweet treats.When: Daily from Saturday, August 1 | 12pm–9pmWhere: The Tea Room, Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel, DubaiPrice: Dh150 per person6. Watch Spider-Man: Brand New Day on the big screenMovie fans can head to cinemas this weekend for the latest chapter in the Spider-Man franchise.Spider-Man: Brand New Day sees Tom Holland return as Peter Parker after the events of No Way Home, with the superhero navigating a new reality where his past has been erased from people’s memories.The film opens across UAE cinemas this weekend, with screenings available in multiple formats.When: From Thursday, July 30Where: Cinemas across DubaiPrice: Ticket prices vary by cinema7. Bring Spain to your Sunday with Barrafina’s new paella brunchBarrafina Dubai is adding a Spanish twist to Sundays with its new Paella Sunday Brunch.The weekly experience brings together unlimited tapas starters and a choice of signature paella dishes, including seafood, chicken and vegetarian options.Guests can share classic Spanish-inspired plates before choosing their main paella, making it a relaxed option for families, friends and couples.When: Every Sunday, starting August 2Time: 1pm–4pmWhere: Barrafina, DIFC, DubaiPrice: Dh250 per personAdditional options: Steak add-on available for Dh50Also In This PackageLakshana is an entertainment and lifestyle journalist with over a decade of experience. She covers a wide range of stories—from community and health to mental health and inspiring people features.