A guide to the best events in the UAE this March
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by Alice Holtham-Pargin
5 hours ago
It's March in the UAE, which means alfresco workouts, lovely iftars, and a stunning new hotel stay. Here are 10 brilliant new things to do in Dubai and Abu Dhabi in March 2025. From March 14: Check-in at a dazzling new address
Long-awaited Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab is open for stays from March 14. Promising elevated stays in an oceanic-inspired setting, the property is set in perfectly landscaped gardens and will house an array of room categories with balconies, pampering Talise spa and gourmet restaurants. A fine dining collection of almost a dozen places to drink and dine will include a sleek new steakhouse, The Cullinan; Japanese-Mediterranean fusion fare at Kira; and Kinugawa, a modern Izakaya that hails from the South of France. Room rates start AED4,465.
jumeirah.com From March: Tuck in at a new homegrown restaurant
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Opening this month at St Regis Gardens is Hanu, a new homegrown concept from Sunset Hospitality – the culinary creators behind Signor Sassi, Sushisamba and Mott 32 in Dubai. While the city may be saturated with Italian, Japanese and Mediterranean restaurants, Hanu promises a new take on contemporary Korean cuisine, a largely untapped market in Dubai's dining scene. At the culinary helm, chef Kyung Soo Moon, responsible for making Sushisamba one of Dubai's most talked-about dining destinations, who promises to present bold takes on Korean classics. Tables featuring charcoal grills will allow for interactive dining, where guests can grill their own meat to order.
@hanu_dubai Daily: Shop 'till you drop at a Sporty & Rich pop-up
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Started by influencer Emily Oberg a decade ago, Sporty & Rich is the elevated athleisure brand inspired by the images of the jet-set enjoying sporting pursuits from the 80s and 90s. Graphic logos and slogans adorn soft cotton pieces that include hoodies and sweats and sports and tees, ideally for dressing up or down. You've been able to shop Sporty & Rich at Bloomingdales online for some time, but you can also visit the brand's cafe and pop-up at Bloomingdales Dubai Mall for a limited time.
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From the team behind Iris comes Ruby Ru, a lovely new outdoor bar at Marriott Marquis Dubai, Jewel of the Creek. Gazing out over 180-degree views from the terrace, Ruby Ru is a relaxed ode to the cosy cafes that line pretty Parisian sidewalks with its laidback decor and charming feel. On the menu, enjoy French-Japanese plates designed to share, while the cocktail menu promises refreshing sips perfect for sunsets with friends.
@rubyrudubai Tuesdays and Sundays: Find your zen with yoga by the beach
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Take your workout alfresco this month with SEVEN Wellness. The emporium of all things fitness and wellness in Al Quoz is teaming up with chic Verde Beach to offer new yoga classes by the beach every Tuesday and Sunday. Wake up with a session so serious stretching backdropped by Burj Al Arab views and the sounds of the gently lapping waves with a 9am class on the beach. You'll need to bring your own mat and water, and can stick around afterwards for a healthy breakfast of avo toast or an acai bowl with coffee or healthy juices (paid separately). Book via the Seven Wellness app.
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Burj Al Arab's first ever Ramadan tent, Al Dina, promises to be a dazzling setting for iftar this Holy Month. A collection of three rotating iftar menus have been curated by chef Solayman Hasan, Al Iwan's head chef, and promise elevated Arabic cuisine laced with contemporary flair. Guests can look forward to live cooking stations serving chicken shawarmas and mixed seafood barbeques, plus regional dishes like vegetable tagine, chicken biriyani and veal harries.
@jumeirahburjalarab Daily: Stretch it out at a new Pilates studio
Newly opened in Jumeirah is Plume, a two-floor space that's transformed a whitewashed villa into a beautifully zen wellness studio. On the ground floor, quiet spaces for relaxation and remote work feature alongside a Bali-inspired plunge pool and yoga studio, while upstairs, reformer Pilates classes take place in a lovely and bright studio. There's also a space for private Pilates classes and sports massage. Get your first class for AED89, then AED190 thereafter.
@plumestudio.ae Until March 29: Enjoy suhoor at an open-air pop-up
Saadiyat Nights may be over, but the beautiful open-air venue in Abu Dhabi remains open this month for Layali Ramadan, a suhoor under the stars from 9pm to 3am. An array of dining options have been arranged for visitors to enjoy treats from Lento, Aptitude cafe, Glaze Bakehouse and more, as well as being able to shop at a souk-like experience and enjoy local performances and games. On weekends, activities like calligraphy and henna offer more local flavour.
@saadiyatnights March 21 to 23: Be amazed by an illusionist
America's Got Talent's logic-defying illusionist Rob Lake will perform at Dubai World Trade Centre for three nights this March. Prepare to be dazzled by the kind of tricks you never thought possible at the family-friendly show. Tickets start from AED195.
platinumlist.net March 8 + 9 & 15 +16: Be part of a creative community at Alserkal Avenue
For two weekends this Ramadan Alserkal Avenue presents Interrupting Patterns. Cutting across forms and genres of poetry, performance, film, and theatre, the programme explores what unfolds when you loosen your grip and break from routine. Expect live performances at The Yard, a tatreez circle where guests can stitch their own stories at Kave, special screenings at Cinema Akil, plus there's creative workshops for writing, illustration and photography. It's happening 8pm to midnight both weekends.
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