OK, so the football isn’t exactly the Euro summer we had in mind…but at least we’ve now got an excuse to rock the blokettecore aesthetic.
Dubai is celebrating all things football from June 14th with a ton of fun fan zone pop ups and activations across the city to celebrate the Euro 2024 Cup. Whether you’re looking to keep your mans entertained, looking for a man yourself, or simply want to hit up a fun night out with your besties, these sport zones are ones to bookmark.
ICYMI, TikTok’s fashion aesthetic multiverse recently birthed a surge in football jerseys, donned by every ‘it-girl’ as a playful nod to athletic chic. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just in it for the style, the internet’s consensus is clear: football jerseys are fair game. So, adorn yours with confidence at these Euro ’24 fanzones, perhaps even brandishing a yellow card for those who dare question your fashion choices.
Enter your sporty girl era at these Euro ’24 fanzones
Coca-Cola Fanzone by McGettigan’s in Dubai Media City
Every game from the Euros, shown live on a 200 sq m 4K LED screen. Dubai’s biggest fanzone, holding up to 5,000 guests.
Entry: Free – no minimum spend.
Offers: Daily offers, VIP deck, VIP lounges and VVIP boxes in the space.
Where: The Agenda, Dubai Media City.
Barasti
Every game from the Euros, shown live over multiple big screens from pool and air conditioned tent.
Entry: Free – no minimum spend.
Offers: If wearing your team’s football shirt you’ll be entitled to a free half-pint. Plus other daily drink offers.
Where: Barasti, Le Meridien Mina Seyahi.
The Palm Arena by Myami
Every game from the Euros, shown live over a big screen.
Entry: Free – no minimum spend.
Offers: Wear your fave team’s jersey, mention to the waiter the code ‘GAME ON’ – and you’ll receive a complimentary 250 ml carafe of rosé.
Where: The Palm Arena by Myami, Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah.
Hisense Fanzone, Arabian Ranches Golf Club
Every game from the Euros, shown live over multiple big screens.
Entry: Free – no minimum spend.
Offers: As the official sponsor of the Euro 2024, Hisense is dedicated to providing a premium viewing experience and top-notch entertainment.
Where: Hisense Fan Zone at Arabian Ranches Golf Club.
Belgian Beer Cafe
Every game from the Euros, shown live over multiple big screens.
Entry: Free – no minimum spend.
Offers: Grab a bucket of 5 Stella Artois bottled beers for Dhs155 and receive an additional bottle for free. On Belgian Match days, enjoy a free Belgian Waffle dessert with the purchase of a pot of mussels.
Where: Belgian Beer Cafe, Souk Madinat Jumeirah.
Garden on 8
Every game from the Euros, shown live over multiple big screens.
Entry: Free.
Offers: Get a huge hops tower for Dhs210 or a bucket of bottle hops for Dhs199. Plus other daily deals.
Where: Garden on 8, Media One Hotel, Dubai Media City.
Lock, Stock & Barrel
Every game from the Euros, shown live over multiple big screens.
Entry: Free.
Offers: Daily 2-for-1 Happy Hour Deal on select drink until 8pm. 5 Bottles of hops for Dhs150.
Where: Grand Millennium Hotel, Business Bay | Grand Millennium Hotel, Barsha Heights | Rixos Premium, The Walk, JBR, Dubai Marina.
Downtown Fanzone by JA
Every game from the Euros, shown at a fanzone pop up in popular kickabout spot Ballers, holding up to 1,000 fans in an air-conditioned tent with a view of the Burj Khalifa.
Entry: Dhs50, redeemable on beverages.
Offers: VIP lounges offering premium seating. This venue does not have alcoholic beverages.
Where: Ballers, Downtown Dubai.
Fluid Beach Club, Th8 Palm Dubai Beach Resort
Every game from the Euros, shown live over multiple big screens.
Entry: Dhs150 (fully redeemable) on weekdays, Dhs200 (fully redeemable) on weekends.
Offers: 20% off for each guest with the nationality of the country playing in the match, with further F&B deals from Dhs89.
Where: Fluid Beach Club at Th8 Palm Dubai Beach Resort.
Jumeirah Emirates Towers Football Lounge
Every game from the Euros, shown live over multiple screens.
Entry: Free.
Offers: Euro-themed delicacies from the menu.
Where: Jumeirah Emirates Towers, DIFC.
Le Petit Beefbar
Every game from the Euros, shown live over multiple screens.
Entry: Free.
Offers: Signature cocktails and house draft hops for Dhs39 during Happy Hour from 12:00pm to 8:00pm (Dhs49 after 8:00pm). The Happy Day menu also includes house grapes by the glass at only Dhs39, as well as discounted bites.
Where: Jumeirah Emirates Towers, DIFC.
Zabeel Social
Every game from the Euros, shown live over four giant screens.
Entry: Free.
Offers: Three beer bottles for Dhs95, one bottle of grape for Dhs210. Or dining packages including one main and three soft drinks for Dhs140, one main and three beer bottles for Dhs220, and one main and one bottle of house grape for Dhs320.
Where: Jumeirah Zabeel Saray hotel, Palm Jumeirah.
Wavehouse, Atlantis The Palm
Every game from the Euros, shown live over giant screens.
Entry: Free.
Offers: A dedicated football food menu and three brand-new football-themed milkshakes.
Where: Wavehouse, Atlantis The Palm.
The Stables
Every game from the Euros, shown live over multiple screens.
Entry: Free.
Offers: VIP areas available for up to 12 guests, priced at Dhs200. Throughout the month, the venue will also be giving away prizes, special offers and more.
Where: The Stables, 32 Sheikh Zayed Rd, Trade Centre 1, Dubai.
Zabeel House The Greens
Every game from the Euros, shown live at an exclusive pop up bar.
Entry: Free.
Offers: Happy Hour from 2pm to 7pm daily. Free-Flow Chicken Wings + Bucket of Beer special for Dhs199. The Greens Fanzone also offers four private rooms.
Where: Zabeel House The Greens by Jumeirah.
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