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July 25, 2025 3 mins
Welcome to “Things to Do in Dubai” this Friday, July 25, 2025! The city is buzzing beneath blazing summer sun, with clear skies and temperatures pushing into the mid-40s Celsius. Stay hydrated and keep cool—indoor entertainment is in high demand. Air quality remains good this morning thanks to a subtle Gulf breeze, and anticipation is high for a weekend packed with cultural flair, vibrant nightlife, and family fun.

Let’s dive into today’s highlights across Dubai’s buzzing neighborhoods:

- The ‘Tomorrowland: Orbyz Livestream’ transforms Terra Solis into a dance music mecca all weekend. Jump into the party at Jebel Ali and catch legendary DJs like Martin Garrix and Armin van Buuren on giant screens, plus immersive night swim sessions. Tickets start at Dhs 300—absolutely unmissable for EDM lovers[1].

- For art enthusiasts, head to DIFC’s Opera Gallery for ‘Summer Vibes,’ a free exhibition running through Sunday. Marvel at works by world-famous artists including Takashi Murakami and KAWS—perfect for your Instagram feed or finding inspiration on a hot afternoon[1].

- Travel back in time at ‘Dubai Dates’ at Qalaat Al Remaal on Dubai-Al Ain Road. This interactive festival is all about the rich heritage of Emirati date farming, with family-friendly demos, artisan stalls, and plenty of sweet treats. It’s a celebration of local tradition and sustainable agriculture rolled into one[1].

- Families and creative souls will love the Boho Beach Pop-Up at Flat 12 Café near Port Rashid. Shop local vendors, join perfume and candle-making workshops, and try your luck in their mystery box game. Free entry and a cool antidote to the summer heat[1].

- Craving something serene? There’s a guided meditation at The Greens or skyline cruises along Dubai Marina to beat the heat in style[7][10].

Turning to city news: Dubai’s property market, still one of the hottest in the world, draws international investors and new expats at record pace. The latest trends show continued property innovation and steady growth, with population now at 3.7 million[2][5]. On the lifestyle front, new restaurants are popping up along Sheikh Zayed Road and in Al Quoz, bringing everything from fusion dining to vegan bakeries. Public transit is running smoothly—just note minor delays around Dubai Marina due to summer construction.

If you’re planning your day, don’t miss top attractions: the sky-high Burj Khalifa, thrilling Dubai Fountain shows, or cool off with indoor adventures at Ski Dubai or Dubai Mall’s aquarium[9]. For something unique, venture out to Love Lake in the Al Qudra desert—a tranquil escape with heart-shaped lagoons, perfect for sunrise walks or a sunset picnic[3].

Local tip: Taxis are busy during peak hours, so try the metro or ride-sharing apps for smart, air-conditioned travel. And here’s a fun fact—Dubai’s Love Lake isn’t just pretty from the ground; 16,000 trees spell out “LOVE” when seen from above, making it one of the city’s most romantic hidden gems[3].

Before we sign off, a sneak peek at tomorrow: Look forward to the Peruvian Brunch Bash at La Mar, more world music at Terra Solis, and special family shopping events at Mall of the Emirates[4][10]. Tune in again for the best ways to explore Dubai each day.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
This is your Things to Do in Dubai podcast. Welcome
to Things to Do in Dubai. This Friday, July twenty fifth,
twenty twenty five, the city is buzzing beneath blazing summer sun,
with clear skies and temperatures pushing into the mid forties Celsius.
Stay hydrated and keep cool. Indoor entertainment is in high demand.
Air quality remains good this morning thanks to a subtle

(00:21):
gulf breeze, and anticipation is high for a weekend packed
with cultural flair, vibrant nightlife and family fun. Let's dive
into today's highlights across to Bay's buzzing neighborhoods. The tomorrowland
Orby's live stream transforms Tara Solas into a dance music
mecca all weekend. Jump into the party at Jabella Lee
and catch legendary DJs like Martin Garrick's and Arman van

(00:43):
Buren on giant screens plus immersive night swim sessions. Ticket
start at three hundred to one hundred fifty dollars. Absolutely
unmissible for EEDM lovers. For art enthusiasts, head to difc's
Opera Gallery for summer vibes a free exhibition running through Sunday.
Marvel at works by world famous artists including Takashi Murakami

(01:04):
and Kaw's Perfect for your Instagram feed or finding inspiration
on a hot afternoon. Travel back in time at Dubai
Dates at koulat Al Ramakami and Kaw's Perfect for your
Instagram feed or finding inspiration on a hot afternoon. This
interactive festival is all about the rich heritage of Emorati
date farming, with family friendly demos, artisan stalls and plenty

(01:28):
of sweet treats. It's a celebration of local tradition and
sustainable agriculture rolled into one. This families and creative souls
will love. The Boho Beach pop up at Flat twelve
Cafe near Port Rashid Shop, local vendors join perfume and
candle making workshops and try your luck in their mystery
box game. Free entry and a cool antidote to the

(01:49):
summer heat. One. Craving something serene, there's a guided meditation
at the Greens or Skyline cruises along Dubai Marina to
beat the heat and style ten. Turning to City News,
Dubai's property market still one of the hottest in the
world draws international investors and new expats at record pace.

(02:10):
The latest trends show continued property innovation and steady growth,
with population now at three point seven million, two hundred
and thirty five. On the lifestyle front, new restaurants are
popping up along Shakesayad Road and an al Quas, bringing
everything from fusion dining to vegan bakeries. Public transit is
running smoothly, just note minor delays around Dubai Marina due

(02:33):
to summer construction. If you're planning your day, don't miss
top attractions the sky high burje Khalifa, thrilling Dubai Fountain shows,
or cool off with indoor adventures at Ski Dubai or
Dubai Mall's aquarium. Nine. For something unique, venture out to
Love Lake in the Alcudra Desert. A trenk will escape
with heart shaped lagoons perfect for sunrise walks or sunset picnic. Three.

(02:57):
Local tip taxis are busy during peak hours, so try
the metro or ride sharing apps for smart air condition travel.
And here's a fun fact. Dubai's Love Lake isn't just
pretty from the ground. Sixteen thousand trees spell out love
when seen from above, making it one of the city's
most romantic hitting gems. Three Before we sign off, a
sneak peek at tomorrow, look forward to the Peruvian brunch

(03:20):
bash at Lamar, more world music at Tara Solis, and
special family shopping events at Mall of the Emirates. Four.
Tune in again for the best ways to explore Dubai
each day
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