3 Alternative Things to Do This Weekend for Under AED 100

On the hunt for unique things to do in Dubai this weekend that are affordable? From karaoke nights to indoor food truck festivals, we’ve got your weekend plans covered.

1. Indoor Food Truck Festival at Truckers Summer Warehouse

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Beat the heat this weekend and head down to Dubai World Trade Centre for the Truckers Summer Warehouse. An indoor food truck festival complete with an open mic night hosted by Anghami (25th August and 1st September) and stand-up comedy night (26th August), this event is one not to miss. Running until the 2nd of September every Wednesday through to Saturday (from 4pm to 11pm), you’ll come across a number of popular food trucks, from Clinton St. Baking Company and GObai to Wingsters and Ka’ak Al Manara.

Price: Entry fee is around AED 10 per person and children under 12 years can enter for free

Location: Hall 8, Dubai World Trade Centre

insydo tip: Be sure to check out the other food trucks making an appearance; these include the likes of Frings, Mr. Brisket, Pinza, Saj2Go, Sir Loin & Sons, Swag Truck, The Shebi and more.

2. Karaoke at Lucky Voice Dubai

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A killer karaoke joint that knows how to party, Lucky Voice has quickly become one of Dubai’s most popular nightlife destinations. Serving up quirky drinks based on chart-topping mixes – think Dirty Pop, Bananarama and Tokyo Drift – this hotspot offers private karaoke rooms, making it the perfect choice for a birthday party. Take your pick from 11 soundproof booths – all of which come with a menu of over 15,000 tracks.

Price: Signature drinks range anywhere between AED 45 and AED 85

Location: Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights

insydo tip: Head down on Tuesdays for Ladies Night and enjoy free-flowing drinks and 50% off of food.

3. X-Park Adventure Challenge Course at Bounce Dubai

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Suitable for all ages and abilities, the X-Park Adventure Challenge Course at Bounce Dubai features 18 exciting elements. From a zip line to a bouldering wall, expect a number of different obstacles and challenges that cater to all. Measuring 330m2 across two levels, you’ll find everything from a parkour area to other adrenaline-fuelled experiences.

Price: Around AED 100 for a 1-hour session in X-Park and all trampoline areas

Location: Building 32, Al Quoz

insydo tip: Unlike Bounce’s trampoline areas where you can enter in socks, X-Park requires you to wear trainers.