7 things to do in Dubai this weekend: August 21 to 23

This weekend has a bit of everything: start with an early-morning run, take your bestie out for afternoon tea and a catch-up, try Amelia’s new menu with great music, or make Saturday a proper brunch day with the fam. In between, there’s yoga, a cooking class and more reasons to get out and about, so here are 7 things to do in Dubai this weekend. Get your Friday off to a good start with New Balance and Common Grounds’ Summer Run Series at Dubai Hills Mall. The free 5km indoor run brings the running community together for an early-morning session, followed by a high-protein breakfast, coffee and a first taste of Common Grounds’ new limited-edition electrolyte popsicle. The first 100 runners get the full post-run spread, with three flavours to try: Pineapple & Blue Spirulina, Peach & Yuzu, and Watermelon & Strawberry. Where: New Balance store, Dubai Hills Mall A post shared by L’AVENUE DUBAI (@lavenuedubai) Need a break from shopping or somewhere nice to catch up with friends? L’Avenue Dubai’s Afternoon Tea brings together a French-inspired spread of savoury bites and sweets, served with Mariage Frères teas, coffee and its signature hot chocolate. Expect truffle Croque Monsieur, smoked salmon blinis, a lobster roll and mini club sandwiches, followed by lemon meringue pie, chocolate tart, macarons, berry tartlets and millefeuille. Where: L’Avenue Dubai, Fashion Avenue, Dubai Mall Why August is one of Dubai’s best months A post shared by Eataly at The Beach (@eatalyatthebeachdubai)