6 things to do in Dubai this week: October 12 to 15

Who says you have to wait until the weekend to make plans? There’s a lot happening around Dubai over the next few days, with new places to check out, good food, music and a few spots worth leaving the house for. Here are 6 things to do in Dubai this week to add to your plans. Give your usual lunch break an upgrade with The Guild’s two-course business lunch at ICD Brookfield Place. For Dhs119, choose a starter such as burrata tartine, Wagyu beef carpaccio or wood-fired prawns, followed by beef bourguignon, grilled salmon, roasted baby chicken or porcini mushroom risotto. Where: The Guild, ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC A Wednesday morning workout with a beach day thrown in? Nikki Beach Dubai is hosting weekly Pilates sessions at 9am, followed by some well-earned time by the pool or on the sand. For Dhs250, you’ll get a sun lounger, pool and beach access, a main dish and three selected drinks. And you won’t even need to leave your lounger to order, with food and drinks brought straight to you. 11 outdoor wellness and fitness classes in Dubai to feel your best Your usual sound bath, with a little change of scenery. Talise Spa at Jumeirah Al Qasr is hosting The Floating Ritual, an hour-long sound healing session where you’ll lie back on an individual floating bed in the spa pool as Szilvia Timar of The Mindful Paths guides you through calming sounds and vibrations. Sessions take place every Thursday in October, with only 14 spots available each evening. Where: Spa Pool, Talise Spa, Jumeirah Al Qasr When: Every Thursday in October (15, 22 and 29), 7pm to 8pm