Top 10 Best Movies Hall In Dubai

Dubai's entertainment industry has developed above the belt in recent decades. Here is a brief overview about the history of Entertainment Options in Dubai, UAE. 

Early Influences (Pre 20th Century) - 

Before the 20th century, Dubai's entertainment sector was specifically linked to the maritime and trading heritage of the city, slowly and gradually it started turning to media and stuff. Pre 20th century, traditional forms of entertainment options were available among residents and visitors such as local music, storytelling, poetry recitals, local dance and such more. 

Cinema and Theatres (20th Century) - 

Introduction of Cinema in the Dubai entertainment industry was a benchmark of rising fame. The first cinema, 'Dubai Cinema', was established in the 1960s, it allowed visitors to experience international films, graphics and more for the very first time. By the growth and wide fame of Cinema's and Theatre's, its branches grew vividly over the years. 

Global Influence (20th Century-Early 21st Century) - 

Dubai's economy and rapid transformation by the early 21st century was the major base of the city's emergence as a global entertainment destination. In 1999, Dubai established an annual event named 'Dubai Shopping Festival', which included a wide range of  entertainment options such as events, concerts, and cultural displays all over the city. 

Dubai's main aim is to become a premier entertainment hub with all facilities and amenities available to the residents and visitors. By the mid 21st Century, Dubai partially established itself as a global entertainment hub with luxurious projects. 

Popular Attractions - 

Dubai's idea of successful establishment as a global entertainment hub was beautifully executed because of the ye iconic attractions mentioned below - 

The Palm Jumeirah - 

It is an artificial archipelago with luxury seated resorts, lounge, bars, pools, and such more.
 
Burj Khalifa - 

It  is one of the most leading as well as loved attractions in Dubai and across the globe, it is also the tallest building in the world.

The Dubai Mall - 

It is one of the most leading tourist destinations with dining, retail and serving a full pack of entertainment to its residents and visitors. It is globally popular for its versatile nature

Beyond the modernization and developments, Dubai also focused on the authentic cultural roots. Dubai Opera, inaugurated in 2016, is a home to various artists, dancers, aspiring talent showcases etc. The very famous Design District named Dubai Design District (D3) is globally popular for art, design and creativeness.

COVID 19 Pandemic hit its peak across the world, Dubai adapted the digital and virtual technology rapidly to engage audiences from their own space remotely. This shows the city's ability to adapt innovations and technology with rapid speed.

Dubai hosted Expo 2020, as a platform to showcase talent, culture, and creative innovations for the young and aspiring talents. This event helped Dubai in gaining position as a global intermediate business and entertainment hub across the globe.

As we discussed and mentioned above, Dubai is constantly expanding and evolving in terms of entertainment industry and interest. It has now become a hub for international talents, musicians, artists and stuff. Dubai offers a wide range of options in terms of entertainment. Here, we would be discussing top 10 of them :

Roxy Outdoor - 

It is an open air cinema located in the heart of Dubai, it offers customers a VIP experience at Roxy Cinemas with luxurious ambience and breathtaking views. It is an ideal location for viewing latest blockbuster films, it is one of the leading outdoor cinemas with new concepts in Dubai.

Location - AI Barsha Galleria Mall

Vox Outdoor - 

It is one of the leading single screen outdoor theaters located in the widely famous Galleria Mall of Dubai. It offers visitors its privacy and entertainment at their own cozy place. Vox Cinema is specifically focusing on bringing the authentic 'drive-in' option at Mall of the Emirates. Especially after the pandemic, they are more focused on bringing the old school style. 

Location - The Galleria Mall, Aloft City Centre Deira, Mall of the Emirates. 

Zero Gravity - 

It is a perfect outdoor cinema in Dubai with breathtaking views and luxurious spacious ambience. It offers you an aesthetically pleasing open air cinema in Dubai, also the independent film screening in the Zero Gravity is talk of the town. 

Location - Dubai Marina, Skydive Dubai Drop Zone

La Mer - 

La Mer, It has been ruling visitors' hearts since 2016, on the shoreline of Dubai. It is an open air cinema in Dubai, opens up three times a week specifically focusing on weekends friendly destinations. The main charm of La Mer is classic kid's movie screenings such as Home Alone 1: Lost in New York, Frozen, Finding Nemo. 

Location - 2 ASt Jumeirah, Jumeirah 1

Souk Amphitheatre 

Souk Amphitheatre is an chique movie place with an open air cinema serving a cozy pleasant environment. Variety of food options are available in Souk Amphitheatre ranging from soft drinks to nachos and popcorn too. 

Location - AI Sufouh 2 

Snow Cinema - 

Snow Cinema's popularity has been fantastically changed upon adding a brand new open air cinema in Dubai, It offers you a feeling of watching movies underneath the stars surrounded by real snow and skiing experience. 

Location - Mall of the Emirates AI Barsha 

Nikki Beach - 

Nikki Beach cinemas is specifically for the beach themed lovers, you can enjoy screening of the smash hit films with the advantage of this no strings attached offer and enjoy the luxurious spacious seating at hip beach resort. 

Location - Pearl Jumeirah

The Pointe - 

The Pointee, it is one of the leading open cinemas in Dubai, it offers to host enchanted cinemas events every month and so. The charm of The Pointe is the stroke of midnight on New Year's Eve.

Location - Palm Jumeirah

Dive-In Cinema - 

It is one of the most unique open cinemas with a widely popular concept of Dive-in Theatres. It offers a family - friendly environment to let visitors enjoy their movie night held at The Green Room in Sports City on every weekend.

Location - The Green Room, Sports City

Cinema Akil - 

Cinema Akil is one of the leading air cinemas in Dubai, it offers a cinematic platform that is responsible for bringing world famous films to screening platforms for its viewers. It offers a conventional layout of movie theaters to provide top notch outdoor screening experiences in Cinema Akil. 

Location - Warehouse 68, AI Serkal Avenue 

We have discussed the detailed introduction and rich history of the evolution of entertainment in Dubai. Also, we have discussed 10 most leading entertainment cinemas in Dubai with top notch facilities and amenities on priority list with dining and fooding hubs.

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