Emirati Women’s Day is an annual celebration held on August 28th to honor the significant contributions of Emirati women to the nation’s development.
This special day was initiated in 2015 by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation, to recognise the achievements of Emirati women and inspire future generations.
This year, there’s a plethora of exciting experiences curated specifically for the occasion, offering a chance to pamper yourself or the special women in your life.
Book a calming experience at Guerlain Spa
In honour of Emirati Women’s Day, Guerlain Spa at One&Only The Palm presents the “Path to Calm,” a three-hour sanctuary of beauty and tranquillity designed to celebrate the grace, strength, and spirit of Emirati women. Set within Dubai’s most exclusive beachfront oasis, the ritual begins with the Dubai Harmony Treatment with Ice Bubbles, a revitalising therapy that blends hot and cold sensations to regenerate the skin, oxygenate tissues, reactivate circulation, and ease muscle tension, followed by the Aura Nobile Face Treatment, which harnesses the rare Gold Nobile orchid from the Himalayas to deliver lifted features, a radiant glow, and a youthful aura. Priced at Dhs1,985 per person and available exclusively until 30 September 2025, the experience is complemented by Afternoon Tea at The Lounge, where guests can indulge in seasonal flavours, including smoked eggplant tartlets, freshly baked scones with clotted cream, and elegant pastries, served daily from 3 pm to 6 pm for Dhs195 per person.
Celebrate at The Iconic Inside Burj Al Arab Tour
This Emirati Women’s Day, the Inside Burj Al Arab Tour invites guests to celebrate 50 years of women’s achievements with an immersive journey through Emirati heritage and luxury. In line with the 2025 theme Hand in Hand, the 60–90 minute guided experience offers access to the hotel’s most iconic spaces, from the Royal Suite to the Experience Suite, before culminating at the 25th-floor Observation Lounge with sweeping views of Dubai’s skyline and a complimentary beverage, including the famed gold cappuccino. Priced at Dhs299 per guest and available year-round, the tour runs daily from 10 am to 7 pm.
Pamper yourself at Alkemy Salon
This Emirati Women’s Day, ALKEMY Salon – the world’s first independent carbon-neutral salon – is celebrating women with two exclusive hair experiences available from 28–31 August 2025. Guests can indulge in the Emirati Women’s Radiance Ritual (Dhs800), featuring the Lux Hair Mask with a wash and blow-dry or style, or opt for the Emirati Women’s Chic Refresh (Dhs500), which includes a trim and fresh blow-dry for effortless elegance. Available across ALKEMY Woman at Atlantis The Royal and Atlantis, The Palm, the experiences combine beauty, empowerment, and self-care, with limited slots requiring advance booking. To continue the celebration, guests are invited to dine at one of Atlantis The Royal’s award-winning restaurants, from Ariana’s Persian Kitchen to The Royal Tearoom.
Savour an Afternoon tea at Gerbou
This Emirati Women’s Day, Gerbou in Nad Al Sheba invites guests to experience Afternoon Fwala, a modern take on the Emirati tradition of afternoon hospitality. Presented as a beautifully arranged tray, the spread includes Chebab with Honey, Khameer with Cheese, Mini Lobster Rolls, Chicken Mango Bites, and indulgent desserts such as Hibiscus Macarons, Kunafa Aseeda Tart, and Chocolate Cardamom Truffles. Available daily from 3 pm to 6 pm, the Fwala experience is priced at Dhs195 per tray.
Indulge in a sweet treat at Carine
This Emirati Women’s Day, carine at Emirates Golf Club is celebrating with a thoughtful gesture on Thursday, 28 August, all Emirati women dining during lunch service will receive a complimentary Sticky Date Pudding with Toffee Sauce, a golden, heartwarming treat rich in flavour and sentiment. Set in a bright, breezy space overlooking the greens, carine’s French-Mediterranean menu brings together seasonal ingredients with refined flair, from tuna tartare with truffle dressing and cauliflower salad with blood orange and Manchego to grilled seabass with fennel salad and strozzapreti Bolognese. Whether it’s a solo pause, a catch-up with friends, or a celebratory lunch, the occasion offers the perfect reason to indulge in something sweet and meaningful.
Unwind at The Chedi Al Bait
This Emirati Women’s Day, The Chedi Muscat invites guests to unwind with a 60-minute Balinese massage at The Spa, followed by a refined lunch at Nomani or The Restaurant. Priced at Dhs500 per guest and valid until 31 August 2025, the experience also includes entry into an exclusive draw to win a luxurious stay at The Chedi Muscat or the soon-to-open The Chedi Hegra making it a celebration of relaxation, gastronomy, and timeless Chedi charm.
Book a relaxing spa at Banyan Tree
This Emirati Women’s Day, Banyan Tree Dubai invites guests to celebrate strength and grace with a serene experience combining the signature Rainforest Experience at Banyan Tree Spa and Afternoon Tea at Tocha. Available from 23–31 August 2025 and priced at Dhs450 per person for groups of up to six, the journey begins with a 60-minute hydrothermal ritual in a private spa suite, featuring a shower walk, steam room, sauna, vitality pool, jacuzzi, and heated loungers, ensuring complete privacy and comfort. Guests are then welcomed to Tocha, the resort’s refined tea lounge, to savour a Japanese-inspired Afternoon Tea with savoury delights like Beef Sando and Langoustine Nigiri, alongside sweets such as Matcha Roll Cake, Chocolate Mochi, and Roasted Rice Tea Cheesecake, paired with sparkling date juice and fine teas. With ocean views and tranquil surroundings, the experience offers a thoughtful way to pause, reflect, and celebrate womanhood.
Take a coffee break at Risen Café & Artisanal Bakery
This Emirati Women’s Day, Risen Café & Artisanal Bakery is celebrating with a one-day-only offer of 50 percent off the entire menu for Emirati women across all seven Dubai locations. On Thursday, 28 August 2025, guests can enjoy everything from buttery croissants and wholesome sandwiches to specialty coffees and indulgent desserts at half the price, whether for a quick coffee, a cozy breakfast, or an afternoon catch-up. Recently voted Favourite Café, Risen blends artisanal craft with community spirit, making it the perfect place to gather and celebrate the inspiring women in your life.
