As the heat ramps up, it’s time to slowly say au revoir to weekends outdoors, and start looking at where to cool off.
But as the heat builds, so does our excitement for what’s coming up this month, from iconic concerts to some stunning staycations.
Eid Al Adha is also in the diary (pending moon sightings), when there will be plenty on, from dinner deals to family-friendly fun.
So, get that calendar open and start pencilling in those plans for the month ahead.
Here’s our recommendations on the best things to do in Dubai in June.
25 amazing things to do in Dubai this June
June 1
Palazzo Pyjama Pool Party
You can roll straight out of bed into this one. The chic PJ pool party at Palazzo Versace will be running all afternoon on Saturday, giving you the perfect excuse to lounge about in your comfiest clothes.
Offering free-flowing drinks and a brunch spread from 1pm to 4pm, you can dance by the pool or swap into your swimwear and enjoy a cold one at the swim-up bar.
Dhs350 (house beverages). Sat 10am (pool access), 1pm-4pm (brunch). Palazzo Versace Dubai, Al Jaddaf, palazzoversace.ae (04 556 8805).
Escape to Italy at Cinema Akil
Take a fleeting trip to the winding streets of Rome or the scenic Amalfi Coast with Italian Film Week at the Alserkal Avenue cinema. Screening the works of some incredible Italian directors from the ’50s and ’60s, get the popcorn out for the showing of Adriano Valerio’s Casablanca on Saturday.
Or head along on Sunday to watch a group of young Italians try to achieve their dreams (or ‘chimeras’) in Alice Rohrwacher’s Chimera.
Various timings. Until June 6. Cinema Akil, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz, cinemaakil.com (056 995 1225).
Visit Miracle Gardens
The stunning outdoor gardens will close for the summer on June 2, so make sure to squeeze in a trip before then.
Home to 150 million flowers, snap a selfie next to the huge floral Emirates A380, let the little ones run around Smurf Village, and keep an eye on the time at the gigantic flower clock.
A top Dubai attraction, you won’t be able to visit again for a few months – don’t say we didn’t warn you.
Open Mon-Fri 9am-9pm, Sat-Sun 9am-11pm, closes June 2. Dubai Miracle Garden, Al Barsha South. Dubaimiraclegarden.com (04 422 8902).
Make a gorgeous flower arrangement
Freshen up your home for summer with a beautiful bouquet of flowers, but this time… you’ll be arranging the bouquet yourself. Get your craft on and piece together a selection of petals perfect for you, all the while being guided by the Floral Manager of BloomingBox. After all that floristry, sit back and relax with a coffee and breakfast from Villa Naas, before taking your floral creation home.
Dhs490. Sat June 1, 10am-noon. Villa Naas, Al Habtoor Polo Resort, bloomingbox.com (052 620 6060).
June 2
Try a new Italian brunch
Escape to the Sicilian countryside for the afternoon and celebrate Italian National Day at the Evviva brunch. Launching on June 2, you’ll be singing that’s amoré after nibbling away on a burrata bruschetta or the homemade truffle ravioli. Offering up a huge Italian spread, be sure to save some room for the tiramisu.
Dhs425 (soft), Dhs545 (house), Dhs775 (bubbly). From Sat June 2, 1pm-6pm, Signor Sassi, The St. Regis Gardens Palm, Palm Jumeirah, signorsassidubai.com (04 278 4848).
Watch Russel Kane live
The British comedian will be making audiences sides split on June 2 when he takes to the stage at the Theatre by QE2. Last in Dubai in 2023, the award-winning presenter will be sharing some of his latest material, and it’s sure to be hilarious. Although you won’t be able to get targeted in a front row seat (they’re sold out), there are still plenty available for you to head along and have a good laugh.
From Dhs175, Sun Jun 2, from 6.30pm. Theatre by QE2, Port Rashid, dubai.platinumlist (058 838 3107).
June 3
Try out Wellness Week at ICD
You’re about to get spoilt to not just one day, but one whole week of free fitness classes and challenges at ICD Brookfield Place.
Get your sweat on at lunchtime with a sculpt and strength session at Reform Athletica, or push yourself with a burpee challenge at 1Rebel. If you need a little TLC afterwards, the recovery suite experience at Embody Fitness has 50 per cent off – we’ll just leave that there.
Timings vary (classes should be booked directly through gyms). June 3 – June 8. ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC, Icdbrookfieldplace.com (04 222 9398).
June 4
Gorge on free pizza at Café Society
Give us a slice of that. Book in that long overdue catch-up with a mate and get two sizzling pizzas for the price of one at Café Society. You can even get a buy-one-get-on-free on soft drinks to wash down all that cheesy goodness. If you’re making the most of the deal, share the Mediterranean and the Spicy – they’re too good not to indulge in both!
Every Fri-Sun, noon-8pm. Tamani Hotel, Dubai Marina, cafescoeity.ae (04 318 3755).
June 5
Enjoy the Hops and Burgers Festival
Fancy a burger a week for the next year? If you’re all about the patty, make sure you get down to The Stable’s Hops & Burger Festival this weekend. Running until June 8, you have plenty of time to take on the eating challenge, and if you get the fastest time, the year’s supply is all yours.
What’s the challenge, you ask? Devour three classic beef sliders, three BBQ chicken sliders, one portion of onion rings, one chocolate mousse cup and a pint of hops in the quickest time. Sounds like light work? Let’s see you give it a go.
From Dhs99. Running daily noon-3am until June 8. The Stables Dubai, 32 Sheikh Zayed Road, Trade Centre 1, Thestablesduabi.com (054 417 7028).
June 6
Watch The Menu with Movie Eats
If you haven’t seen The Menu, get this booked in the diary. A cinema experience like no other, dine alongside characters Tyler Ledford and Margot Mills on their private island, and feast on exactly what is being served up in the film.
Featuring seven perfectly-timed courses, start with the ‘welcome aboard’ oyster mignonette, and end with the ‘last one standing’ double cheeseburger and fries to go.
Dhs429, June 6, 7pm. Teatro Dubai, Rotana Towers, movieeatsuae.com (04 312 2202).
June 7-8
Get soaked at WATERBOMB Festival
Ever taken part in a competitive water fight? Well, now is your chance. Battle against the opposite team as a host of huge K-pop artists take to the stage to perform at the Korean festival. Expect to get drenched from head to toe, which is bound to be seriously refreshing given the current outdoor temperatures. Running over June 7 and 8, be sure not to miss what might be the last outdoor event before summer.
From Dhs275. Fri Jun 7 – Sat Jun 8. Dubai Festival City, @waterbomb_dubai_official. waterbombdubai.com. platinumlist.net
June 8
Spend the day at DRIFT
A staple of the cooler months, DRIFT beach club will be closing over the hotter period from mid-June, so take your last chance to sunbathe and dip in that iconic pool. Enjoy views over the Marina as you soak up the rays, and be sure to try and get a pool-front lounger if you want to snap the best Instagram shots before summer.
Open Mon-Thurs 9am-9pm, Fri-Sun 8am-9pm. One&Only Royal Mirage, driftbeachdubai.com (04 315 2200).
June 9
Pop into Alserkal Avenue’s latest culinary addition
The all-day Mexican dining spot has just touched down in Alserkal following the success of its sister restaurant Lila Taqueira.
Creating a unique space to haul up for the day, browse and shop the home-roasted coffee beans or freshly grown chilli peppers. Then head upstairs to the calming and open-plan café, where you can work remotely over an espresso, or tuck into everything from enchiladas to freshly baked tortilla chips.
Open Tues-Sun 8am-6pm. Warehouse 18 Alserkal Avenue, lilamolino.com (04 388 5600).
June 10
Enjoy Prime 68’s extended deal
Prime68, Time Out Dubai’s award-winning steakhouse, located on the 68th floor of JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai, has introduced a special offer on its business lunch. You can enjoy a delicious three-course meal priced at an unbeatable Dhs125 per person, available until June 31.
Every Thursday and Friday from noon-3pm, diners can try a delicious menu featuring Prime68’s signature starters, main courses, and desserts, all against a pretty breath-taking backdrop of Dubai’s skyline from the lofty heights of this sky-high venue.
Dhs125 (three courses). Thu-Fri, noon-3pm. JW Marriott Marquis Dubai, Business Bay, Marriott.com (04 414 3000).
June 12
Go to LEGOLAND Waterpark for less
Spend a day in the pool at LEGOLAND Waterpark playing sponge toss, building a Lego brick castle or even playing your part in a water cup relay.
Offering fun family activities on the weekend, the park also has an ongoing offer for UAE residents until the end of June.
Able to redeem four tickets for the price of three, those who take part in the group activities can win ice lollies and Lego sets. What more do you need?
Dhs330 (at gate), Dhs295 (online). The 4-for-3 offer applies to UAE residents only. Open daily, 10am-6pm. Dubai Parks & Resorts, Sheikh Zayed Road, Legoland.com (04 820 3123).
June 13
Quiz night at Chalco’s Cantina
Get your game face on for a bit of healthy competition at Chalco’s for the return of its popular quiz. Tuck into a few tacos or feast on some fajitas as you try and remember all those general knowledge facts you swatted up on over the years. If all else fails, just sit back and give your best guess as you’re served up free-flowing drinks and Mexican food platters.
Dhs220. Thurs June 13, 8-11pm. Chalco’s Cantina, Marina Gate 2, chalcoscantina.ae (052 112 8923).
June 14
Start watching the Euros
It’s the tournament you’ve been waiting for. The Euros will be shown all around Dubai, so you can watch the games from wherever you are. Kicking off with the first match on June 14 between Germany and Scotland, head to the huge McGettigan’s fan zone at Media City to really soak up that atmosphere.
14 Jun-14 Jul. The Agenda, Media City, mcgettigans.com/fanzone
June 15
Watch Jason Derulo live
American singer-songwriter Jason Derulo is set to perform at the Coca-Cola Arena this month. His Dubai show will be the final date on his global tour this year. The star has sold more than 200 million records globally and has been a constant on playlists since bursting onto the scene in 2009. Tickets start from Dhs199 for the show.
From Dhs199. Sat Jun 15, 8pm. coca-cola-arena.com (800 223 388).
June 16
Feast at an Eid Al Adha buffet
Although the dates are yet to be officially confirmed, we can expect Eid Al Adha to fall around June 17. To start the celebrations, the Village Bistro has announced a live BBQ and buffet to get you in the mood for the special public holiday. Celebrating the event, special dishes will be on offer as well as a selection of festive entertainment to enjoy during the evening.
Dhs99. Sun June 16, from 630pm. Village Bistro, The First Collection Hotel, JVC, thefirstcollection.ae (04 275 6621).
Have a Father’s Day Sunday Roast at The Nine
You can’t go wrong with a Sunday roast. Get the whole family over to The Nine at the Sofitel on June 16 for an afternoon of traditional dishes and flavours. Chow down on some impressive Yorkshire puddings, and choose between succulent roast beef, chicken or lamb.
The special father’s event also includes two hours of free-flowing afternoon house beverages, so the meal should go down a treat.
From Dhs95 per person, Dhs199 (house). Sun June 16, 12.30pm-4pm. The Nine, Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk, Wafi, sofitel-dubai-theobelisk.com (04 281 4111).
June 17
Have a staycation at Al Habtoor Polo Resort
Take advantage of some of the incredible staycation deals in the UAE, and spend a few days escaping the city at Al Habtoor Polo Resort. Offering Dhs999 per night for two people, the luxury hotel will include a complimentary upgrade to an Executive Suite, a daily breakfast buffet, Dhs250 credit to spend on food and a late checkout of 5pm.
All about unwinding and roaming the resort care-free, the offer is on until the end of September, so you have plenty of time to get that trip in the diary.
Valid until end of September. Al Habtoor Polo Resort, Wadi Al Safa 5, habtoorpoloiresort.com (04 435 4444).
June 19
Take part in a cooking class with the kids
Wagamama is hosting weekly cooking classes specially created for ladies and children. Whether you’re a seasoned foodie or a curious beginner, these sessions are designed to spark creativity and foster a love for cooking.
The ladies’ cooking class offers a rotating menu of dishes, including firecracker curry, chicken and prawn pad Thai, and yaki soba, with a different dish featured each week. While the kids will either learn to make the chicken katsu or the yaki soba. After the cooking class, everyone can enjoy one main and one drink.
Dhs99. Wed 6pm-7pm. Golden Mile, Palm Jumeirah wagamama.ae (04 551 0192).
June 22
See French Montana live
French Montana, with his electrifying energy and chart-topping hits like Unforgettable, Pop That, and No Shopping, will set the stage ablaze. Joining him in this line-up are international sensations Mustafa Ceceli, the heartthrob of Turkey’s music scene, and December Avenue, the beloved Filipino pop/alternative stars, alongside the sensational Amanda Maalouf.
From Dhs199. Sat Jun 2024. Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, coca-cola-arena.com (800 223388).
June 23
Have a swing at Topgolf brunch
Bring the whole family to the Sunday brunch and settle into one of the attraction’s air-conditioned bays. Practice your best shot as you’re served some classic comfort foods, from nachos to mac and cheese bites and pepperoni pizza. To finish, choose one of three flavoured syringes to customise your donut filling.
Children under seven go free (minimum of 4 guests), Dhs130 (junior), Dhs200 (soft), Dhs350 (house). Emirates Golf Club, Al Thanyah, topgolfdubai.ae (04 371 9999).
June 25
Dine for less at Dubai Creek
Enjoy an entire set menu for as little as Dhs109 at some of Dubai Creek Resort’s restaurants whilst enjoying views over the rippling waters.
Offering special discounts across all of its restaurants throughout June, why not make the most of it during Eid Al Adha, and enjoy a set menu at Twiggy for only Dhs220. For a cheaper option, you can dine for Dhs199 at Boardwalk, or for Dhs109 at QD’s.
Including dishes from steak frites and grilled salmon, treat yourself over the long weekend and have a meal out (or two) for less.
From Dhs109, (participating restaurants only). From June 1 – June 30. Dubai Creek Resort, dubaicreekresort.com (04 602 1234).
