6 completely free events to experience in Dubai this September
Dubai is offering residents and visitors a range of free activities and events in September, from a K-pop concert and outdoor cinema to yoga and salsa classes and complimentary beauty services.
Here are six free events and activities to enjoy in Dubai in September 2026.
Dubai K-Fest
Dubai will celebrate South Korean culture this month with a free K-pop concert at Dubai Festival City Mall on September 25. The programme begins at 7pm, with the IMAGINE laser show giving way to live performances from 8pm. Kwon Eunbi and boy band ONEUS are among the artists set to perform.
The concert is only the start of the festival, with more activities to be announced, including Korean cinema nights and beauty product pop-up events.
Free | September 25, from 7pm | Dubai Festival City Mall | visitdubai.com
Free Beauty Services at Ulta Beauty
Ulta Beauty offers Aura Rewards members one complimentary beauty service every week.
Aura Rewards membership is free. Once registered, members can choose from more than 30 services, including facials, manicures, eyebrow shaping and make-up.
The benefit is available at Ulta Beauty stores in Dubai Mall, Dubai Hills Mall and Mall of the Emirates.
Ongoing offer | Dubai Mall, Dubai Hills Mall and Mall of the Emirates | Website: ulta.ae
Free Outdoor Yoga Class
A free outdoor yoga class is held beneath The Gate at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) on the last Wednesday of every month.
The session begins with meditation, followed by a series of yoga poses and time for reflection and setting personal goals.
At the end of the class, participants will receive a small gift bag from YOFit and its partners.
Free | September 25, 7pm | DIFC
Complimentary Ladies’ Night at Gitano
Gitano restaurant and beach club at J1 Beach in Jumeirah offers complimentary drinks for women every Thursday from 8pm to midnight.
The event takes place beneath a giant glittering disco ball, with live music on the venue’s lush terrace.
Table reservations are also available, with a minimum spend of AED 245 per person.
See the full list of complimentary ladies’ nights here.
Free entry and drinks at the bar | Thursdays, 8pm to midnight | J1 Beach, Jumeirah
(058 566 2320) gitano.com
Free Salsa and Bachata Classes
Lucky Voice hosts free salsa and bachata classes every Thursday, with Project Baila instructors teaching the basic moves from 19:00 to 21:00.
No partner or previous dance experience is required. Complete beginners are welcome to join, meet new people and learn new moves.
Free | Thursdays, 19:00 to 21:00 | Grand Millennium Hotel Barsha Heights
(800 58259) luckyvoice.ae
Free Outdoor Cinema
Outdoor cinema season has returned to Dubai, with Dubai Holding Community Management hosting its Movie Under the Stars programme across several residential communities.
The programme is exclusively for residents of selected communities, including JVC, Bluewaters, JVT, JBR, Jumeirah Park, Jumeirah Islands, Villanova and several other areas.
Alongside family-friendly films screened on the big screen, the event will feature games, entertainment activities and appearances by familiar characters.
In September, residents of Bluewaters, Sur La Mer, Meydan Master Community and Port De La Mer can enjoy films outdoors under the stars.
Free, residents only | September 19, 25, 26 and 27 | Various locations across Dubai