Dubai is absolutely buzzing with activity this week and you’re going to want to get out and experience all the excitement. First up, if you’re into fitness, then Expo City is where you need to be. The Dubai Muscle Show 2025 is taking place from today through Sunday at the South Halls, Dubai Exhibition Centre. This is the Middle East’s biggest and most influential fitness event, where two top American sports nutrition brands—Core Nutritionals and Unmatched—are making their official UAE debut. Don’t miss the chance to sample their new Transformers-inspired flavors, meet IFBB Pro Farouk Al Ketbi, and get all the inspiration you need to crush your goals. There will be plenty of opportunities for fitness enthusiasts and athletes to check out the latest in supplements, equipment, and performance tech. According to Gulf News, this show is the hot spot for anyone looking to catch the future of fitness in action, and it’s running all weekend long.

On the literary side, Saturday brings the Bookends AED 1 Carnival to Dubai Digital Park. If you love a good story or just want to spend the afternoon browsing through over 5000 secondhand books starting at just one dirham, this event is for you. It’s not just about bargain books; there are fun games like Guess the Book, Pin the Tail, and Hook-A-Book, live music, and a great chance to connect with fellow book enthusiasts. According to Platinumlist, this free event kicks off at three in the afternoon and runs through six, making it an ideal outing for families or anyone who wants a literary adventure without breaking the bank.

For horse racing fans, Saturday also brings world-class thoroughbred and Arabian racing to Meydan Racecourse, the crown jewel of UAE racing. Gold Circle reports that the 2025/26 season is shaping up to be as competitive as ever and this weekend’s races are part of the build towards the famed Dubai World Cup happening next year. For those who want the thrill of live sports and a taste of UAE tradition, this is the perfect way to soak in some Dubai culture.

The city is also hosting the Fellowship in Cosmetic and Functional Gynecology from today through Sunday, offering a unique opportunity for specialists and professionals in the field to network and learn in the heart of Dubai.

Whether you’re craving high-energy fitness vibes, literary adventures, the rush of the races, or something more specialized, Dubai has you covered this weekend. Thanks for tuning in and don’t forget to subscribe. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.

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