Halloween, kids' camps, new restaurants: Best things to do in the UAE this October 2026
October in the UAE is when the calendar gets properly busy again. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are filling up with outdoor dinners, live music, comedy, circus shows, family days out, fitness sessions and enough food events to make staying home feel slightly irresponsible. Global Village is back, Dubai Safari Park reopens for the season, and there are concerts, brunches, art pop-ups, kids’ camps and…
October in the UAE brings a variety of activities to enjoy. La Petite Ani is celebrating International Coffee Day with single-origin Ethiopian Arabica coffee and a Coffee Caramel Brownie pastry. Sonara Camp is reopening with sunset falconry, live performances, fire shows, and an overnight stay option at The Nest by Nara. The Green Planet, City Walk, Dubai, is hosting games, African drummers, mascot appearances, kids' activities, and special performances to celebrate its 10th anniversary.
Saadiyat Beach Club is offering a farm-to-beach brunch with sushi, live barbecue, fresh pasta, seafood, and salads built around locally sourced ingredients. LOOP is serving breakfast all day with a Mediterranean and Turkish menu, including the Turkish Breakfast, Çılbır, Salmon Tartine, Croissant Benedict, granola, pancakes, and French toast.
Beach Bar & Grill is back at One&Only Royal Mirage, offering lunch with a side of sea views and freshly grilled seafood. Brasserie Boulud at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk is offering a business lunch with seasonal two- or three-course menus rooted in French tradition. Dubai Parks and Resorts is reopening for the season, bringing back rollercoasters, football, LEGO, and family bragging rights.
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