Welcome to Things to Do in Dubai! It’s Sunday, November 16, 2025, and Dubai is buzzing with blue skies, sunshine, and an electric pulse that says “why not go wild today?” Whether you’re a globe-trotting sports nut or just here for the epic eats and jaw-dropping sights, the city’s got something for every kind of adventure-seeker.

Today, the weather is classic Dubai—warm, bright, and impossible to ignore. The big news is the closing day of the DP World Tour Championship over at Jumeirah Golf Estates. Top golfers like Rory McIlroy and Matt Fitzpatrick have been duking it out on the greens, with Fitzpatrick bagging the championship in a tense playoff, and McIlroy clinching the Race to Dubai title, making both fans and Caddyshack enthusiasts lose their minds. Apart from the mind-blowing golf, there’s live music, kid-friendly zones, and enough brunch stations to keep your taste buds on their toes.

If you’ve got a thing for quirks and culture (who doesn’t, right?), you’ve landed smack in the middle of Alserkal Art Week at Alserkal Avenue—a huge celebration of art, film, and performances wrapped around themes of transformation and resilience. Don’t miss screenings like “Dahomey” tracing Benin’s royal artefacts, or let your inner art hound loose on exhibitions from local legends and international icons. There’s even live experimental performances that’ll bend your mind faster than a camel race at sunset.

Feeling the need to move? Last night’s Music Run at Meydan Racecourse left runners dancing, sweating, and cheering to the beat of Sam Withers and Black Murphey, with folks still riding the high today—so don’t be shy, take the 5km Sound Track for a spin, or crash the afterparty vibes lingering in the air.

Families, don’t miss the final day of DIFC Art Nights, where over 200 artworks light up the district and immersive installations keep kids and grownups wide-eyed. Or step out to the 7th National Tolerance Festival and join the Tolerance Walk, celebrating diversity, unity, and multicultural performances. Even the UAE’s Fursan al-Emarat aerobatic team is parading their brand new jets at the Dubai Airshow, so watch the sky for aerial wizardry worthy of a Marvel cameo.

Hungry for more? Among Dubai’s delicious new additions, there are rumors swirling about a debut restaurant turning the traditional shawarma into a five-star feast—if you spot a swanky spot with long lines, odds are good it’s a fresh opening. For those getting around, transit’s running smooth as silk, with the Metro and water taxis gliding through the city. No strikes, no snags, just hop on for easy exploring.

Ollie’s must-do list for today? Get lost in the souks of Deira where every spice stall is a new world, grab sunset views from Dubai Frame or the new private canalside dinner cruise, and if you dare, test your nerve with a dune buggy rally on the edge of the desert. For some indoor magic, check out local cafés hosting chess tournaments or spontaneous jazz jams—ask any barista, Dubai loves a curveball.

Here’s a local tip to level up your Dubai cred: Always haggle in the markets, but wear your cheekiest grin—it’s all about the banter! And if you’re stuck at a crosswalk wondering why traffic suddenly stops, look up—odds are, a royal motorcade is passing or there’s a parade that involves at least one dancing robot camel.

Looking ahead, tomorrow’s got the launch of a weeklong independent film fest at Cinema Akil and more art mayhem—and rumor has it a street food crawl is shaping up for Monday night, with secret maps passed from foodie to foodie.

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