The GRAZIA Dubai Weekend Guide: December 26 To 28, 2025

With the last weekend of the year upon us and New Year’s celebrations just around the corner, Dubai is bursting with standout plans to savour.

GRAZIA has rounded up the best events, experiences and moments to help close out 2025 in true weekend style.

IN OUR INFRARED LIGHT ERA

The latest fitness trend has dropped, promising to leave you feeling even more worked-out that your usual go-tos: infrared light workouts. From easing muscle pain and improving mobility to stimulating collegan and boosting mental health, the benefits of LED right therapy are paramount. Dubai’s new ultra-luxury workout and lifestyle space, The Gray, conviently located in Kempinski Mall of the Emirates (hello, valet parking) offers an infrared pilates class.

HOLIDAY SEASON RETAIL THERAPY

Neous has quietly become the footwear brand to watch this winter, and GRAZIA is here for it. Known for its minimalist yet elevated designs, Neous boots strike the perfect balance between functionality and fashion-forward appeal – exactly what your winter wardrobe needs.

Sea Fu’s new beachfront breakfast at Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach is redefining slow mornings by the sea. Available daily, from 9am to 11am, à la carte highlights include Eggs Royale, French toast and golden waffles, plus detox juices, chia pudding and egg white omelettes for lighter options. An effortlessly chic and serenely coastal way to start the weekend.

You know we’re a sucker for a Pilates and matcha morning, so get ahead of the January fitness rush and book yourself in for a wellness morning at Rehsape. Located in both DIFC and Dubai Marina, the fitness studio boasts a whole heap of workout classes, including mat Pilates, boxing, stretching, yoga, Reformer, and so much more.

WINTER STAYCAY AT SOFITEL

Weekends are all about that much-needed R&R – and what’s the place to be? Sofitel The Obelisk. A guaranteed way to have your weekend soaked in bliss, the hotel offers a slew of must-try experiences set to top your 2025 as we head into 2026. From a French Saturday brunch at Brasserie Boulud – where GRAZIA’s top picks include the Filet de Boeuf Rossini, a pan-seared Black Angus tenderloin, and the Crêpes Suzette – to indulgent spa rituals with L’Occitane, it’s the perfect way to ease into the new year.