9 minPlanning a night out in the city you love? When you live in Dubai, which is known for its vibrant nightlife scene, you’ll never run out of places to party on any given night. So, we thought of bringing you only the best party spots across the city, so you no longer need to wonder about where to go on a Friday night…
1OAK
Since its launch at the JW Marriott Marquis, 1 OAK has attracted the crème de la crème of Dubai’s nightlife scene, and for all the right reasons. Prepare to be drawn to the incredible sounds of some of the finest local and international DJs as they spin the latest hip-hop and urban tracks. Whether it’s a Sunday night or a Thursday night, you’ll be sure glad you ‘ended up at 1OAK’ with the squad.
Location: JW Marriott Marquis, Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay | Contact info: 052-881 8888
Armani/Privé
Planning to party in the world’s tallest building? You only need to head to Armani/Privé for a luxurious clubbing experience on your night out with the crew. Whether it’s a ladies’ night or a party dedicated to the best in commercial and house music, expect a steady flow of epic tunes and beverages coming your way as you groove on till the early hours of the morning.
Location: Burj Khalifa | Contact info: 052-176 9420
BASE Dubai
What’s not to love about a spot that hosts some of the hottest local and international artists every other week?! From bangin’ tunes to massive headliners, there’s a lot happening at the d3 nightclub which is known for throwing . Ladies can book a complimentary table with hubbly-bubbly So, the next time you’re in the area, you know where you got to be…
Location: Dubai Design District | Contact info: 055-313 4999
Billionaire Mansion
If you’ve ever wanted to party like a billionaire, head to this Business Bay party spot that’ll have you drinking and dancing until the wee hours of the morning. With champagne bottles being delivered to your table in miniature race cars and speed boats, you’ll be feeling like a million dirhams in no time–just make sure you’re looking like it too when you bump into one of our photographers.
Location: Taj Hotel, Business Bay | Contact info: 04-510 3100
BOA Club
Perched on the 32nd floor of the swanky V Hotel in Al Habtoor City, BOA Club will easily become your favorite place to party on the weekend. Open four nights a week (Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday), you can round up the girls for ‘High Heels Wednesday’ ladies’ night or party up a storm with world-renowned techno and house DJs at ‘AfterDark’ every Saturday. Sounds like a plan!
Location: V Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton - Al Habtoor City | Contact info: 056-501 2039
Cavalli Club
Having been awarded #1 Club in the MENA region and #2 Club in the whole world by 'The World's Best 100 Clubs’ last year, Cavalli Club remains a firm favorite amongst party lovers in Dubai. Order your favorite drink at the region’s first Robot Bar or make a beeline for the ice bar where temperatures drop to as low as -18 degrees–making it one ‘chilled’ party experience you can’t afford to miss!
Location: The Fairmont Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road | Contact info: 04-332 9260
Code DXB
Since its launch in the summer of 2019, Code DXB has gone on to become one of the hottest party spots in the Meydan area. Techno heads will love this venue even more as a host of electronic heavyweights take over the decks. Providing an immersive clubbing experience, don’t be surprised if you end up becoming a regular soon.
Location: Meydan Racecourse Grandstand | Contact info: 052-388 8849
Drai’s
Think Vegas’ magic meeting Dubai’s splendor. That’s what Drai’s Dubai, the famous nightlife destination, brings to the party-lovers of the city each night. Whether it’s watching your favorite hip-hop artists perform against the backdrop of mindblowing visuals, or enjoying a night of pure entertainment and good music, your night at Drai’s Dubai will be one you’ll remember for a long time.
Location: Meydan | Contact info: 052-388 8857
Hive DXB
Having opened its doors at another popular party spot Soho Beach DXB this year, Hive is as big and exciting as the other Meydan venues. As you make your way past the huge crowd milling around the entrance, you’ll immediately find yourself drawn to the high energy of the place. The location works out to be quite convenient as well–giving you plenty to look forward to on your night out.
Location: Meydan | Contact info: 052-388 8849
Industrial Avenue
Perhaps one of the only clubs in Dubai that encourages you to “come as you are”, Industrial Avenue at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina is purely about the music. The underground ‘industrial’ feel of the fuss-free venue will immediately make you fall in love with it. With pretty much the whole club being your dance floor, expect the night to only get crazier by the minute.
Location: The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort | Contact info: 052-912 9271
Mantis Dubai
DIFC’s only party spot hosts a string of high-profile performances each week. Having launched a number of parties dedicated to genres such as hip-hop and techno, the popularity of the venue continues to soar each night. What’s more, with plenty of ladies’ nights offer going on, we can’t think of a better place to party than Mantis Dubai on the weekends!
Location: Podium Level, Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC | Contact info: 058-892 2488
Sky2.0
If the name sounds familiar to you, it’s because of its association to the iconic SKYBAR in Beirut. As one of the region’s first outdoor party and dining spots, SKYBAR is a much-loved institution amongst Beirut’s socialites and club-goers. Located in Dubai Design District, its Dubai outpost brings some of that same unstoppable Lebanese energy to the city.
Location: Dubai Design District | Contact info: 04-587 6333
Soho Beach
From the world’s craziest party elrow to legendary DJs such as Solomun and Carl Cox, Soho Beach DXB continues to host some of the most epic parties you’ll find in Dubai. What’s more, you can also soak up amazing views of the city’s skyline while partying until the wee hours of the morning. Sounds like our kind of place!
Location: Meydan | Contact info: 052-433 3375
Soho Garden
Sprinkling London’s Soho magic in Dubai city, Soho Garden has become the go-to destination of the city’s hot and happening crowd. The venue is always ‘buzz’ing with events – from live music on weeknights to Café Mambo Fridays with legendary Mambo Ibiza resident DJs spinning funky tunes behind the deck. Expect plenty of Insta-worthy moments too!
Location: Meydan | Contact info: 052-388 8849
Toy Room
There’s never a dull night at this hugely popular venue that has everything you could ask for in a club – an energetic crowd, banging tunes and let’s not forget, a lovable, party-lovin' mascot called Frank The Bear. Don’t miss Toy Room’s weekly hip-hop and commercial nights with some of the city’s brightest DJs playing alongside major international artists such as Nelly and Omarion. You haven’t fully experienced Dubai nightlife until you’ve partied with Frank!
Location: Meydan Road, Racecourse, Grandstand | Contact info: 052-463 3338
WHITE
Not many clubs in Dubai can claim to have introduced the concept of outdoor rooftop clubbing to the nightlife scene. It’s not surprising that WHITE Dubai has been awarded numerous times by both local and international publications. The club is no stranger to big names with artists such as French Montana, Nelly and Akon having performed here in the past. Known to bring down major acts each season, look forward to having the time of your life in the world’s 16th best club and Dubai’s top club.
Location: Meydan Racecourse Grandstand Rooftop, Nad Al Sheba 1 | Contact info: 050-443 0933
1OAK
Since its launch at the JW Marriott Marquis, 1 OAK has attracted the crème de la crème of Dubai’s nightlife scene, and for all the right reasons. Prepare to be drawn to the incredible sounds of some of the finest local and international DJs as they spin the latest hip-hop and urban tracks. Whether it’s a Sunday night or a Thursday night, you’ll be sure glad you ‘ended up at 1OAK’ with the squad.
Location: JW Marriott Marquis, Sheikh Zayed Road, Business Bay | Contact info: 052-881 8888
Armani/Privé
Planning to party in the world’s tallest building? You only need to head to Armani/Privé for a luxurious clubbing experience on your night out with the crew. Whether it’s a ladies’ night or a party dedicated to the best in commercial and house music, expect a steady flow of epic tunes and beverages coming your way as you groove on till the early hours of the morning.
Location: Burj Khalifa | Contact info: 052-176 9420
BASE Dubai
What’s not to love about a spot that hosts some of the hottest local and international artists every other week?! From bangin’ tunes to massive headliners, there’s a lot happening at the d3 nightclub which is known for throwing . Ladies can book a complimentary table with hubbly-bubbly So, the next time you’re in the area, you know where you got to be…
Location: Dubai Design District | Contact info: 055-313 4999
Billionaire Mansion
If you’ve ever wanted to party like a billionaire, head to this Business Bay party spot that’ll have you drinking and dancing until the wee hours of the morning. With champagne bottles being delivered to your table in miniature race cars and speed boats, you’ll be feeling like a million dirhams in no time–just make sure you’re looking like it too when you bump into one of our photographers.
Location: Taj Hotel, Business Bay | Contact info: 04-510 3100
BOA Club
Perched on the 32nd floor of the swanky V Hotel in Al Habtoor City, BOA Club will easily become your favorite place to party on the weekend. Open four nights a week (Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday), you can round up the girls for ‘High Heels Wednesday’ ladies’ night or party up a storm with world-renowned techno and house DJs at ‘AfterDark’ every Saturday. Sounds like a plan!
Location: V Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton - Al Habtoor City | Contact info: 056-501 2039
Cavalli Club
Having been awarded #1 Club in the MENA region and #2 Club in the whole world by 'The World's Best 100 Clubs’ last year, Cavalli Club remains a firm favorite amongst party lovers in Dubai. Order your favorite drink at the region’s first Robot Bar or make a beeline for the ice bar where temperatures drop to as low as -18 degrees–making it one ‘chilled’ party experience you can’t afford to miss!
Location: The Fairmont Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road | Contact info: 04-332 9260
Code DXB
Since its launch in the summer of 2019, Code DXB has gone on to become one of the hottest party spots in the Meydan area. Techno heads will love this venue even more as a host of electronic heavyweights take over the decks. Providing an immersive clubbing experience, don’t be surprised if you end up becoming a regular soon.
Location: Meydan Racecourse Grandstand | Contact info: 052-388 8849
Drai’s
Think Vegas’ magic meeting Dubai’s splendor. That’s what Drai’s Dubai, the famous nightlife destination, brings to the party-lovers of the city each night. Whether it’s watching your favorite hip-hop artists perform against the backdrop of mindblowing visuals, or enjoying a night of pure entertainment and good music, your night at Drai’s Dubai will be one you’ll remember for a long time.
Location: Meydan | Contact info: 052-388 8857
Hive DXB
Having opened its doors at another popular party spot Soho Beach DXB this year, Hive is as big and exciting as the other Meydan venues. As you make your way past the huge crowd milling around the entrance, you’ll immediately find yourself drawn to the high energy of the place. The location works out to be quite convenient as well–giving you plenty to look forward to on your night out.
Location: Meydan | Contact info: 052-388 8849
Industrial Avenue
Perhaps one of the only clubs in Dubai that encourages you to “come as you are”, Industrial Avenue at The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina is purely about the music. The underground ‘industrial’ feel of the fuss-free venue will immediately make you fall in love with it. With pretty much the whole club being your dance floor, expect the night to only get crazier by the minute.
Location: The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort | Contact info: 052-912 9271
Mantis Dubai
DIFC’s only party spot hosts a string of high-profile performances each week. Having launched a number of parties dedicated to genres such as hip-hop and techno, the popularity of the venue continues to soar each night. What’s more, with plenty of ladies’ nights offer going on, we can’t think of a better place to party than Mantis Dubai on the weekends!
Location: Podium Level, Emirates Financial Towers, DIFC | Contact info: 058-892 2488
Sky2.0
If the name sounds familiar to you, it’s because of its association to the iconic SKYBAR in Beirut. As one of the region’s first outdoor party and dining spots, SKYBAR is a much-loved institution amongst Beirut’s socialites and club-goers. Located in Dubai Design District, its Dubai outpost brings some of that same unstoppable Lebanese energy to the city.
Location: Dubai Design District | Contact info: 04-587 6333
Soho Beach
From the world’s craziest party elrow to legendary DJs such as Solomun and Carl Cox, Soho Beach DXB continues to host some of the most epic parties you’ll find in Dubai. What’s more, you can also soak up amazing views of the city’s skyline while partying until the wee hours of the morning. Sounds like our kind of place!
Location: Meydan | Contact info: 052-433 3375
Soho Garden
Sprinkling London’s Soho magic in Dubai city, Soho Garden has become the go-to destination of the city’s hot and happening crowd. The venue is always ‘buzz’ing with events – from live music on weeknights to Café Mambo Fridays with legendary Mambo Ibiza resident DJs spinning funky tunes behind the deck. Expect plenty of Insta-worthy moments too!
Location: Meydan | Contact info: 052-388 8849
Toy Room
There’s never a dull night at this hugely popular venue that has everything you could ask for in a club – an energetic crowd, banging tunes and let’s not forget, a lovable, party-lovin' mascot called Frank The Bear. Don’t miss Toy Room’s weekly hip-hop and commercial nights with some of the city’s brightest DJs playing alongside major international artists such as Nelly and Omarion. You haven’t fully experienced Dubai nightlife until you’ve partied with Frank!
Location: Meydan Road, Racecourse, Grandstand | Contact info: 052-463 3338
WHITE
Not many clubs in Dubai can claim to have introduced the concept of outdoor rooftop clubbing to the nightlife scene. It’s not surprising that WHITE Dubai has been awarded numerous times by both local and international publications. The club is no stranger to big names with artists such as French Montana, Nelly and Akon having performed here in the past. Known to bring down major acts each season, look forward to having the time of your life in the world’s 16th best club and Dubai’s top club.
Location: Meydan Racecourse Grandstand Rooftop, Nad Al Sheba 1 | Contact info: 050-443 0933
Article published: 29th January, 2020
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