Dubai Calendar unveils an exciting August lineup filled with unforgettable experiences

Rashad Iskandrni 

Great dining, top-tier entertainment and family fun set the tone for this summer in Dubai

Dubai, United Arab Emirates – 30 July 2026: Throughout August, visitors have even more reasons to experience Dubai, with a packed programme of shopping, dining, and live entertainment taking place across the city. From Dubai Summer Surprises to performances by acclaimed artists and indoor sporting events, the month is set to deliver endless ways to make the most of the summer.

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

Beat The Heat DXB Season 5 ft Rasha Rizk

About: Beat The Heat DXB continues its fifth season with a special performance by acclaimed Syrian singer Rasha Rizk. Widely recognised for her work on some of the Arab world's most memorable animated theme songs, Rizk brings her distinctive vocals to the stage for an evening celebrating music that has resonated across generations.

The Laughter Factory

About: The Laughter Factory returns this August with five international and UAE-based comedians performing at venues across Dubai. Headliner Ricky Balshaw, an award-winning British comedian and Paralympic silver medallist, is joined by American comic Tevin Everett, a Leicester Square New Comedian of the Year finalist. The line-up also features Emirati comedian Abz Ali, UAE favourite Miqdaad Dohadwala and Dubai-based Andrea Brooks, a Survival of the Funniest finalist.

A Night of Love and Tears

About: Egyptian singer Ramy Gamal and Lebanese artist Wael Jassar come together for a live performance celebrating contemporary Arabic music. Featuring two of the region's best-known performers, the concert combines live vocals, large-scale production and a repertoire of popular hits for an evening of live entertainment.

Beat The Heat DXB Season 5 ft Al Shami

About: Syrian artist Al Shami takes to the Beat The Heat DXB stage with a performance featuring some of his best-known tracks, including Doctor, Sabra, Wein and Ana Baadak. Known for combining heartfelt lyrics with contemporary Arabic sounds, the singer brings his signature stage presence to Dubai for a summer concert as part of Dubai Summer Surprises.

Beat The Heat DXB Season 5 ft Marwan Moussa & Hleem

About: Beat The Heat DXB continues with a collaborative performance by Egyptian artists Marwan Moussa and Hleem. Bringing together two contemporary voices from the region's music scene, the concert offers audiences an evening of live performances spanning rap and modern Arabic music.

Beat The Heat DXB Season 5 ft Sultan Al Murshed & Talal Sam

Date: 21 August 2026

Location: Dubai World Trade Centre

About: Beat The Heat DXB continues with a performance by Saudi singer Sultan Al Murshed and Kuwaiti artist Talal Sam. Bringing together two leading names in contemporary Khaleeji music, the concert features a selection of the duo's best-known songs, offering audiences an evening of modern Gulf pop.

Beat the Heat Season 5 ft Aziz Maraka, Big Sam and Lege-cy live

Date: 22 August 2026

Location: Dubai World Trade Centre

About: Beat The Heat DXB wraps up its summer concert series with an evening celebrating contemporary Arabic music with performances by Leg_cy, Jordanian singer-songwriter Aziz Maraka and Lebanese rapper BigSam. Blending hip hop, alternative Arabic music and Maraka's signature Arabic rock-jazz sound, the concert brings together three distinctive artists for one night of live performances.

Rami Jbr Live

Date: 28 August 2026

Location: Jafza One Auditorium

About: Syrian comedian and actor Rami Jbr makes his Dubai debut with a stand-up show featuring sharp observations, witty storytelling and relatable takes on everyday life. Known for his popular TV appearances and viral online content, Jbr brings an evening of Arabic comedy to audiences in Dubai.

Miami Show 3.0

About: Kuwait's legendary Miami Band returns to Dubai with Miami Show 3.0, presenting a fresh interpretation of its much-loved live performances. Featuring new musical arrangements, interactive moments and many of the band's best-known songs, the concert celebrates more than three decades of music that continues to resonate with audiences across the region.

SPORT

Ibn Battuta Mall Indoor Run Series 3/5

About: The Ibn Battuta Mall Indoor Run Series returns for its third event of the season, starting at 7:00am and bringing together runners of all ages and abilities in an indoor community race. Participants can choose from 1km, 2.5km, 5km and 10km routes, with the event offering a welcoming environment for experienced runners, beginners and families alike.

Dubai Sports World

About: Dubai Sports World offers residents and visitors the opportunity to stay active throughout the summer at one of the region's largest indoor sports venues. Taking place in a fully air-conditioned setting, the space includes facilities for football, basketball, cricket, badminton, tennis, and more. Visitors also have the opportunity to rent a pitch for a casual game with friends or join a sports academy to level up their game.

About: Dubai Mallathon transforms participating shopping malls across the city into indoor walking and running tracks. Open to all ages and fitness levels, the free initiative allows participants to choose between walking or running distances of 2.5km to 10km at their own pace, providing an accessible indoor fitness experience throughout the summer.

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About the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET)

With the ultimate vision of making Dubai the world’s leading commercial centre, investment hub and tourism destination, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) is mandated to support the Government in positioning the emirate as a major hub for global economy and tourism, and in boosting the city’s economic and tourism competitiveness indicators, in line with the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, which aims to double the size of the emirate’s economy by 2033 and further consolidate Dubai’s position as a leading global destination for business and leisure.

Under this remit, DET is driving efforts to further enhance Dubai’s diversified, innovative service-based economy to attract top global talent, deliver a world-class business environment and accelerate productivity growth. Additionally, DET is supporting Dubai’s vision to become the world’s best city to visit, live and work in by promoting its diverse destination proposition, unique lifestyle and outstanding quality of life, overall.

DET is the principal authority for planning, supervising, developing and marketing Dubai’s business and tourism sectors. It is also responsible for licensing and classifying all types of businesses, including hotels, tour operators and travel agents. DET’s portfolio includes Dubai Economic Development Corporation (DEDC), Dubai Business Registration and Licensing Corporation (DBLC), Dubai Corporation for Consumer Protection and Fair Trade (DCCPFT), Dubai SME, Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) and Dubai College of Tourism (DCT).