Practical information : Going out Dubai
Timetable
We go out late in Dubai, that is to say from midnight on weekends even if the nightclubs close at the latest at 4 am. If you are looking for afters: forget it, it doesn't exist. If Thursday, Friday and Saturday are the busiest days, we start going out on Wednesday. Some discos are closed during the week. On the other hand, for those which remain open, go on their sites to know the evenings with topics which enable them to attract world, whatever the day.
Budget & Tips
You need to have a certain budget to go out at night, but good news for girls, because ladies night allow you to get away with a lot of discounts and even drink without paying. To know where, when and how, go to the web page: www.ladiesnightdubai.com
Night transport
The metro closes at 1am every day.
Buses start at 4 a.m. and on most routes close at 1 a.m.
In 2022, RTA, the transport authority, launched a night bus service from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., route N30, which runs from Dragon Mart 2 to Terminal 2 of the international airport.
All night long, you can also easily find cabs via the Careem or Uber app.
Note that if you've been out driving to friends' houses and have been drinking, you can use the Comfort Drive service, which will arrange for a driver to collect you and your car and take you home safely. It's a lot better than going to prison!
Age restrictions
The legislation in Dubai is very strict. It is impossible to go out under 21 years old.
What's very local
It is necessary to be rather well dressed when you go out in the evening. If the outfits are mostly casual, sportswear is not tolerated; and for you ladies, think of putting in your luggage, high heels and dresses. Accessories, make-up, here nothing is too much to go out!