Triathlons, Art Festivals, and Camel Hospitals: An Epic Saturday in Dubai

Welcome, listeners, to “Things to do in Dubai”—your daily passport to adventure, straight from the electric heart of one of the world’s most dazzling cities! It’s Saturday, November 15, 2025, and this is Oly Bennet, your globe-trotting sports fanatic who’s convinced even camel racing should be an Olympic sport. I’m here to turn your day into an epic!Dubai is basking in glorious sunshine, the kind of weather that makes you question winter’s very existence. The city’s buzzing with energy—imagine Formula One meets a souk: fast, vibrant, absolutely unmissable. Tourists and locals are flocking to events, restaurants are serving up culinary wild rides, and the city’s nightlife is warming up for another legendary Saturday.So, what’s pumping up the pulse of Dubai today? First, it’s the 2025 T100 Triathlon World Tour at Dubai Islands! That’s right—top athletes from around the world are swimming, biking, and running like caffeinated cheetahs. Get ready for some Olympic-level feats of endurance and more Lycra than you’ll ever unsee.If you’re more about dancing and less about sweating, Kisstory Saturdays at O Beach Dubai is the place to be. Poolside DJs, throwback tunes, and the sort of dance moves that should probably come with a safety warning—if your sprinkler move hasn’t had an outing in a while, now’s the moment!Culture vultures, glide over to Expo City for Dhai Dubai, the light art festival illuminating Al Wasl Plaza. Seven Emirati artists have transformed the plaza into a luminous wonderland. It’s free, family-friendly, and if you love your art with a side of eye-popping LEDs, you’ll glow with happiness.Museums fans: you’re in luck! The International Council of Museums (ICOM) is hosting its global conference at Dubai World Trade Center, drawing over 4,500 cultural experts and 400 speakers. Fancy rubbing elbows with museum bigwigs and soaking up workshops on heritage, technology, and youth engagement? This is your spot.For families, The Music Run is sprinting through Dubai. Think of it as a fun run with the added bonus of a live concert at the finish. Whether you’re running or cheering, you’ll be riding a wave of music-fueled joy—plus, it’s perfect for kids with energy levels that defy physics.Now for some local news to keep you in-the-know and on-the-go! According to Dubai Culture, new pop-up restaurants featuring Korean and Thai street food have debuted in Media City and Downtown; bring your appetite for everything from spicy kimchi to mango sticky rice. If you’re commuting, the RTA has rolled out upgraded shuttle routes to Dubai Islands for the triathlon—no excuses, hop a bus, catch the action!Must-do activities for today? Zip up to the observation deck at Burj Khalifa—see the city from above, then Instagram your awestruck face. For something offbeat, hit the camel hospital in Mushrif Park (yes, Dubai treats its camels like royalty), or explore street art in La Mer for a splash of color and some killer selfie backdrops.Here’s your local tip: in taxi rides, always ask if they’re taking the “new scenic route”—Dubai drivers love showing off the city’s latest architectural marvels, and you’ll get a sightseeing tour thrown in for free.And before you dash off—get pumped for tomorrow’s family-friendly pool parties, another night of dazzling light art, and the revelation of a brand-new Italian concept restaurant opening at JBR. So, pack your curiosity, dial up the fun, and tune in again tomorrow for your guide to Dubai’s wildest, weirdest, and most wonderful happenings.Thanks for listening, please subscribe, and remember—this episode was brought to you by Quiet Please podcast networks. For more content like this, please go to Quiet Please dot Ai.For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/and make sure to...