Things to do in Sharjah this weekend
A locals-first shortlist of what's worth your time in Sharjah this weekend — from outdoor escapes to standout food and live music.
Top spots in Sharjah
Al Qasba Canal
FamilyAl Qasba
1 km canal with Eye of the Emirates wheel and dhow rides at sunset.
Sharjah Aquarium
FamilyAl Khan
Local reef sharks, rays and a walk-through Gulf tunnel — great heat-day plan.
Heart of Sharjah
CultureAl Mureijah
Largest heritage restoration in the Gulf — calligraphy houses, art spaces, courtyards.
Al Noor Mosque
CultureKhalid Lagoon
Ottoman-style mosque on the lagoon with guided non-Muslim tours.
Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization
CultureMajarrah Waterfront
Astrolabes, Qurans and Abbasid gold inside a restored Souk Al Majarrah.
Where to eat
Ratios Coffee Roastery
$$Café · Al Majaz
Specialty roastery overlooking the lagoon — quiet workday hours.
Shababeek
$$$Lebanese · Al Qasba
Canal-side terrace, mezze tower and live oud Thursday nights.
Al Fanar Restaurant
$$Emirati · Al Qasba
1960s Emirati village set — machboos, harees and karak chai.
Live & on stage
Sharjah Biennial
City-wide art spaces · Feb 6 – Jun 15 · Contemporary Art
Sharjah International Book Fair
Expo Centre Sharjah · Nov 5–16 · Literature / Talks
Sharjah Light Festival
Heritage Area · Feb 4–15 · Light Show / Free
Frequently asked
- Locals' favourites right now: Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization, Heart of Sharjah, Al Noor Mosque. The full list is curated weekly and balances outdoor, food, culture and live music picks.