The nominees are locked in across 28 awards celebrating the very best of Dubai nightlife – and for six of them, the power is entirely in your hands. Today, we’re thrilled to reveal the official shortlist for the What’s On Nightlife Awards 2026 – our annual celebration of the bars, clubs, brunches, venues and events that make Dubai one of the greatest nightlife destinations in the world. How the What’s On Nightlife Awards 2026 workHere’s what you need to know – and, crucially, where you come in. Editor’s Choice awards (22 categories): The vast majority of our awards are decided by the What’s On editorial team. Six awards – Best Cocktail Hour, Best Happy Hour, Best Ladies’ Day, Best Ladies’ Night, Best Live Music Venue and Best Restaurant Bar – will be decided entirely by public vote.