Bâoli celebrates its one-year anniversary with global DJs and signature rituals

This November, Bâoli Dubai; the city’s most magnetic dining and nightlife destination enters its defining month. A crescendo of experiences unfolds including world-class DJ performances, signature weekly rituals, and the long awaited celebration of Bâoli’s one-year anniversary. Set against the vibrant backdrop of  J1 Beach, each evening captures the energy of the season at its peak, with rhythm,  revelry and refinery taking center stage for a month that celebrates the essence of Bâoli. 

November DJ Line-Up

Gil Martin – Bâoli Circle

Tuesday, November 4 | Midnight – 2AM

Known for his refined house sound and soulful grooves, Gil Martin brings his signature blend of rhythm and emotion to Bâoli Circle. His disco-infused melodies and smooth, flowing energy create an atmosphere that feels both intimate and elevated, the perfect start to a defining month at Bâoli Dubai.

Darmon

Friday, November 7 | Midnight – 2AM

A U.S.-based DJ and producer of Middle Eastern heritage, Darmon crafts a sound that fuses Afro rhythms with melodic and indie-tech influences. With releases on Insomniac, Spinnin’, and Ultra, and support from icons like Black Coffee and Pete Tong, his music bridges continents. Expect a high-energy performance that moves between intensity and emotion.

Pete Tong

Friday, November 14 | Midnight – 2AM

A pioneer, a voice, a legacy. Pete Tong takes over Bâoli for one night only, bringing decades of dance music mastery to J1 Beach. His sets are a seamless blend of timeless groove and modern rhythm; a celebration of the craft that continues to shape global house culture.

DSF

Friday, November 21 | Midnight – 2AM

One of Greece’s leading melodic and organic house producers, DSF has built a global following through his emotive sound and textured arrangements. With releases on All Day I Dream and Sag & Tre, his set at Bâoli promises a night of warmth, rhythm and late-night connection.

1-Year Anniversary Weekend

A year since its debut at J1 Beach, Bâoli Dubai celebrates its first anniversary with a weekend of world-class performances and unforgettable atmosphere. Headlined by Shimza and Kaz James, the celebrations honour a year that has shaped Dubai’s dining and nightlife landscape.

Shimza – Anniversary Weekend Headliner

Friday, November 28 | Midnight – 2AM

Commanding, precise and deeply soulful, Shimza takes centre stage for the opening night of Bâoli’s first anniversary weekend. Known for his electrifying Afro-tech sets across Tomorrowland and Ibiza, Shimza’s sound unites energy and emotion, transforming the dance floor into a heartbeat shared by all.

Kaz James – Anniversary Weekend

Saturday, November 29 | Midnight – 2AM

Closing the month in signature Bâoli fashion, Kaz James brings his celebrated blend of soulful rhythm and effortless style. With residencies at Scorpios Mykonos and Alemagou, and releases on Rose Avenue and Kompakt, his set is a fitting finale, climaxing into a night of sound and celebration marking one unforgettable year at J1 Beach.

Anniversary Weekend – Finale

Sunday, November 30 | From 1PM

To close the anniversary weekend on a high note, the Bâoli family takes over with a signature blend of stylish energy and unforgettable music. Resident DJs command the decks, guiding the crowd through deep grooves and uplifting beats. It’s the perfect way to unwind and conclude an iconic celebration, the Bâoli way.

Signature Weekly Rituals

Bâoli Circle - Every Tuesday

An unspoken invitation to Dubai’s refined few. Bâoli Circle is a midweek ritual defined by the faces, the energy and the music. Guests dine and dive into an evening of sound and connection. It’s not about the crowd; it’s about the chemistry.

THERAPY - Every Sunday from 4PM

When sunlight softens into gold, THERAPY begins. A Sunday escape that flows from elegant daytime dining into open-air celebration. Led by Frederick Stone, this weekly ritual carries guests through Afro House and Indie Dance rhythms. Effortless, sunlit, and distinctly Bâoli.