There is nothing more satisfying than finding a place to connect with people who share the same passions. Here’s where to go in Dubai for exactly that.
ANALOG THE ROOM
Analog The Room, a trailblazing analogue photography space in Dubai, is far more than just a shop for cameras. It’s a bustling community, thriving on the art, skill, and culture of film photography. Founded in 2019 with a focus on analogue media, the location champions creativity and connection by offering everything from film stocks and vintage cameras to film development services and hands-on workshops. Rooted in a diverse collective of artists, designers, students, and storytellers, Analog The Room hosts meet-ups, collaborations, and learning experiences that bring like-minded creators together to explore analogue techniques and visual expression.
BAYT AL MAMZAR
Establishing itself in 2021 from a family home in Dubai’s Al Mamzar neighbourhood, Bayt Al Mamzar is an independent creative sanctuary that seeks to nurture ideas, experimentation, and collective cultural exchange. Siblings Gaith and Khalid Abdulla founded this inclusive arts space with the belief that art flourishes through community and shared exploration rather than institutional barriers. It offers artist studios, co-working spaces, a growing library, public programs, exhibitions, and residency programs, among other amenities.
THE PINK MAJLIS
The Pink Majlis is a community-driven social club that offers a contemporary spin on the classic majlis by providing a platform for women to network, express themselves creatively, and feel empowered. What began as small-scale workshops and gatherings has blossomed into a vibrant hub where people with similar interests can connect through wellness classes, pop-up shops selling arts and crafts, entrepreneurial showcases, and meaningful conversations that promote wellness through dialogue and nurturing in an environment that is inclusive, friendly, and unabashedly feminine.
FRED’S COFFEE PARTY
Fred’s Coffee Party, which hosts exclusive, invite-only coffee-centric events, has completely altered Dubai’s daytime social scene. These gatherings combine elements of a party with a wellness meet-up, bringing together artisan coffee culture, DJ sets, energetic vibes, and sober community interaction. A hangout for coffee enthusiasts, influencers, and creative individuals, Fred’s provides an alternative to traditional drinking customs by way of espresso shots, music, and genuine human connection.
THE JAMJAR DUBAI
The Jamjar Dubai, located in Alserkal Avenue, is a long-standing creative arts environment that encourages artistic expression at all ages. The Jamjar, known for its workshops, open studio sessions, youth art programs, and community events, offers a welcome setting for artists, families, and interested members of the community to experiment with painting, craft, and other creative endeavors. It serves as both a learning environment and a creative incubator, where new ideas and collaborations emerge.
BOOTLEG GRIOT
Bootleg Griot transforms the library into a vibrant, ever-moving community hub. Here, tales and memories are exchanged, not just stored away.Taking a cue from the West African griot, the keepers of stories and cultural heritage, this initiative brings pop-up libraries and installations to life. The goal? To make literature, particularly African and diasporic print media, readily available to everyone. Bootleg Griot goes beyond just being a place for books. It also conducts discussions, film viewing sessions, storytelling events, and workshops, all designed to encourage conversations that span many
cultures and perspectives.
VINYL SOUK DXB
Founded in 2023, Vinyl Souk is the UAE’s leading community-driven platform championing alternative music, vinyl culture, and creative arts. It supports regional artists and subcultures through thoughtfully curated music and cultural experiences across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. From boutique hotels to big festivals, Vinyl Souk has seamlessly plugged into spaces like 25 hours Hotel, Sikka Art Festival, Sole DXB, Miza Abu Dhabi, Bayt Al Mamzar, and Manarat Al Saadiyat – adapting to each space while keeping the music and community at the heart of it all.
SUBCULTURE BY SUBKO
Subculture by Subko is the cultural extension of Subko’s immersive coffee and artisan experience on Alserkal Avenue. Beyond offering specialty coffee, artisanal bakes, and pod-to-bar chocolate, Subko puts community first with design-led goods, events, and gatherings that highlight storytellers, creators, and creative voices. Subko’s Subculture concept, founded on craft, traceability, and cultural narrative, transforms a café into a thoughtful social hub where coffee, art, debate, and shared discovery intersect.
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