Our picks of Dubai’s best cultural offerings this month.
1 August: Catch a Classic
The Summer of Classics festival continues (almost) daily at Cinema Akil throughout the month of August, with the independent cinema platform in Alserkal Avenue hosting a flawlessly curated selection of – you guessed it – classics. On the roster are the likes of Four Weddings and a Funeral, City of God, and The Sixth Sense, as well as titles that are celebrating anniversaries this year. Learn more here.
2 August: Journey to Lebanon
Have dinner with a difference at the Mediterranean Fusion Private Dining experience that’s hosted by Oliver Chedid and available to book through the BreakBread platform. The chef blends the flavours of his childhood with gourmet, seasonal ingredients from the Mediterranean, resulting in a four-course menu that consists of dishes such as duck ravioli and grilled red snapper. Learn more here.
3 August: Immerse in Wonderland
Go down the rabbit hole with Alice in Wonderland 360° at the Theatre of Digital Art in Souk Madinat. Based on the 1865 novel loved worldwide, it will transport visitors to a whimsical world that pairs cutting-edge technology with the book’s fascinating characters like the eccentric Mad Hatter and mischievous Cheshire Cat to transform this classic story into a groundbreaking 360° experience unlike any other.
Learn more here.
10 August: Show Solidarity
Dive into the vibrant culture of Palestine with the two-hour Painting for Palestine workshop at Kave in Alserkal Avenue. Guided by expert instructors, you’ll learn the basics of freehand painting on fabric and explore essential techniques, while designing unique tote bags and T-shirts inspired by Palestinian heritage and colours. Learn more here.
11 August: Tell a Story
Bring your narrative to life with the kids in tow at the thoughtfully designed Speaking with Images with Rashid Almheiri workshop at Jameel Arts Centre. Following a tour of Jameel Library, families will work together to create stories exploring various storytelling elements such as setting, characters and themes, thereby encouraging communication, imagination and teamwork among family members.
Learn more here.
17 August: Laugh Aloud
Culture junkies are in for a treat as the National Theatre screening of Fleabag returns to Courtyard Playhouse. This award-winning one-woman show by the brilliant Phoebe Waller-Bridge that inspired the hit TV series of the same name is nothing short of unmissable. See what all the fuss is about by registering for a membership to Courtyard Playhouse’s NT Live programme. Learn more here.
18 August: Play in the Dark
Sip and paint in the dark as Neon Brush brings its signature retro-futuristic atmosphere to Alliance Française. With a brush in one hand, and a glass in the other, you’re sure to unleash your inner artist over the course of 90 minutes in the session’s neon-lit setting as a professional guides you through the whole process. Learn more here.
24 August: Celebrate Adele
We may still be awaiting an Adele concert in Dubai, but the Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele hosted by Candlelight Concerts is a glowy consolation prize until that day comes. Taking place at Raffles The Palm, this live, multi-sensory musical experience played by flickering candlelight will span 65 minutes and feature the English singer-songwriter’s biggest hits like “Hello” and “Rolling in the Deep”.
Learn more here.
29 August: Skip the Food Court
Now’s your chance to see the world’s largest mall through a new lens with the Dubai Mall Food Tour by Frying Pan Adventures. Combining homegrown culinary talent, global flavours, and more than ten tastings, this four-hour food tour is a great way to both escape the heat and expand your palate, discovering spots you never knew existed. Learn more here.
