5 Fun Things to Do in Dubai With Friends This Weekend

Summary:

Planning your weekend with friends in Dubai? Whether you're into quizzes, adrenaline, sunsets or just a good laugh, here are 5 unforgettable activities to make your weekend totally buzz-worthy. Spoiler alert: Quiz Room is coming in hot at number 1. 🔥

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1. 🎤 Buzz In and Battle It Out at Quiz Room Dubai

Let’s kick things off with the ultimate combo of fun, competition and total chaos (the good kind). If you haven’t tried Quiz Room Dubai yet, it’s time to book your buzzers.

Step onto a TV-style quiz set with lights, music, real buzzers and even jokers. You and your friends play in teams, answering hilarious and unexpected questions — from pop culture to logic traps and even custom categories.

Curious how it all works behind the scenes? See how the Quiz Room concept works and why it’s unlike anything else in Dubai.

Don’t worry, no one needs to be a trivia geek. With jokers, sabotage and just the right level of competition, everyone ends up laughing their way through the game. Whether it’s your first time or your fifth, every session is unique.

Ready to battle it out with your crew? Don’t wait — book your session at Quiz Room Dubai and let the buzzer wars begin.

📍 Centrally located
👥 4 to 18 people per session
🕒 ~1 hour of pure entertainment
💬 "Honestly, we haven't laughed that hard in ages." – Everyone who tries it

2. 🧗 Climb Together at Rock Republic

Get active with your crew at Rock Republic, Dubai’s epic indoor bouldering gym. Whether you're all-out athletes or just want a fun challenge, the space is welcoming, energetic, and full of Instagrammable walls.

No experience needed — just grab your rental shoes, stretch a bit, and try not to fall too hard (into the soft mats, of course).

👉 Ideal for groups of 3–6
👉 A full-body workout with a side of banter
👉 Bonus: they have a cool café for post-climb chats

3. 🍜 Slurp and Chill at a Hidden Ramen Spot

Ramen night, anyone? Skip the fancy brunches and head to a cosy ramen bar for a warm, chill evening with your squad. Favourites include YUi in D3, Kinoya in The Greens, or Daikan in JLT.

It's the perfect stop before or after your activity — because nothing brings people together like steaming bowls and mouth-watering gyoza.

🥢 Great for casual hangs
🔥 Vegan options available
💡 Pro tip: ask for extra egg, always.

4. 🎮 Retro Fun at Arcade Cafés

Ready to beat your bestie at air hockey or relive the glory of Mario Kart? Hit up a retro arcade or board game café and unleash your inner child.

Try:

• GLITCH at Al Ghurair: classic and new-gen games
  
  
• Unwind Café: massive board game collection
  
  
• Street Maniax: mix of trampolines and tech games
  
  

🎯 Great for groups
🍕 Food + games = win
💡 Tip: bring that competitive friend to spice things up

5. 🌅 Watch the Sunset From The Palm

Sometimes, the best moments are the calmest. For a chilled end to your day, head to The View at The Palm and soak in the skyline + sea + sunset magic.

Grab drinks, snap skyline selfies, and just enjoy the view. Because after the quiz battles and ramen slurps, your squad deserves that main character moment.

📍 Level 52, Palm Tower
🕒 Go around 5:15pm for golden hour
💡 Book in advance for better rates

So... What’s Your Vibe This Weekend?

Dubai’s got it all — buzzers, noodles, walls to climb and views to die for. Whether you're the quizmaster of the group or just tagging along for the vibes, there’s a plan in here with your name on it.

But let’s be real: if you want laughs, competition, and a bit of chaos in the best possible way, Quiz Room Dubai should be your first stop. 🎤

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🙋‍♀️ FAQ – Fun Things to Do in Dubai With Friends

1. What’s the best indoor activity to do with friends in Dubai?
→ Quiz Room is hands down the most fun and interactive indoor activity — like a TV game show with your friends!

2. Where can I play games with friends in Dubai?
→ Check out Quiz Room, GLITCH arcade, or Unwind Café for non-stop group fun.

3. What’s a fun Saturday night plan in Dubai for a group?
→ Start with a Quiz Room session, grab ramen after, then finish with rooftop views.

4. Can we book a private quiz room for our group?
→ Yes! Private sessions for groups of 4 to 18 people are available at Quiz Room.

5. Do I need to be good at trivia to enjoy Quiz Room?
→ Nope! It’s all about fun, jokers, surprise questions, and clever teamwork.

👨‍👩‍👧 Bonus: Bringing younger players along?

Planning a weekend with younger players too?
Discover our kids quiz experience — specially designed for children aged 8+.

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