09 January 2026
Christmas season in the UAE has finally come to an end. The month of January for locals calls for incredible weather and buzz all around the city. Outdoor dining experiences, beach days and adventure is what you should look forward to. If yoou need help with your travel itenerary, here’s a list of events and spots in the UAE, you shouldn’t miss.
If art and fashion interests you, e& MOTB might be just wahat you need to kick off the new year. Expect pop ups from 56 brands, and huge artistic displays along with street food & performances around the clock.
This year, the "Midnight Obsidian" theme gives it a bit of an edgy, late-night vibe. Open till the 11th of January.
If your new year’s resolution is to live luxury and spoil yourself more often, dining at the UAE’s third location for Nobu is set to launch this month. Opening this January, it’s not just a restaurant; it’s a design marvel with 360-degree views of the skyline. It features a late-night bar and lounge that stays open until 3:00 AM on weekends, making it the ultimate spot to see and be seen.
On January 24, the mood shifts to something more soulful. Tom Odell is bringing his Wonderful Life Tour to the Coca-Cola Arena. Before you head in to hear his iconic piano ballads like "Another Love," take some time to dine at one of the many restaurants in City Walk right next door. It makes for the perfect "dinner and a show" evening in the heart of the city’s most walkable district.
On the last weekend of January (24–25), head to Alserkal Avenue. Quoz Arts Fest is where Dubai gets its hands dirty. It’s gritty, industrial, and incredibly cool.
• Don't Miss: The TAPE project—it’s essentially a giant cocoon made of tape that you can actually walk through. It’s bizarre, immersive, and perfect for your feed.
• The Sound: Watching DAM or Yasmine Hamdan perform in that industrial setting is a reminder of how diverse the Middle Eastern music scene really is.
Experience Dubai like a local this January! Book your stay at livbnb.com for check-in dates between Jan 1–14 and use coupon code LIV26 to save 10% on your booking. Instead of a standard hotel room, why not stay in an actual home? Browse our curated collections in Downtown Dubai and City Walk to be right in the heart of the action.
It’s much nicer to wake up in a designer apartment, make your own coffee, and be just a short Uber ride away from the d3 waterfront or the galleries in Al Quoz. It makes the whole trip feel less like a "vacation" and more like you actually live in the heart of the action.